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DeSantis Defends Florida Tourism Amid Ontario Boycott Plans

12/22/2025

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized Ontario Premier Doug Ford for planning a Florida boycott over U.S. tariffs.
Ford said he would skip his winter vacation to Florida and urged others not to let U.S. President Donald Trump dictate their choices.
DeSantis highlighted rising Florida tourism and noted Canadian visitors remain significant.
Ford suggested families may continue visiting Florida and urged support for Canadian tourism.

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized Ontario Premier Doug Ford for planning a Florida boycott over U.S. tariffs.
Ford said he would skip his winter vacation to Florida and urged others not to let U.S. President Donald Trump dictate their choices.
DeSantis highlighted rising Florida tourism and noted Canadian visitors remain significant.
Ford suggested families may continue visiting Florida and urged support for Canadian tourism.