Coverage dated May 2, 2023

Florida GOP legislators agree to shield DeSantis travel records

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“These are not changes made to benefit all Floridians. They are changes made to benefit one man and his political ambitions," said one Democrat.

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Politico
Florida GOP legislators agree to shield DeSantis travel records (opens Politico)
Published May 2, 2023
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“These are not changes made to benefit all Floridians. They are changes made to benefit one man and his political ambitions," said one Democrat.
New York Times
Florida Legislature Moves to Shield DeSantis’s Travel Records (opens New York Times)
Published May 2, 2023
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The law includes a sweeping retroactive clause that would block the release of many records of trips already taken.
Talking Points Memo
Florida State House Votes To Hide DeSantis’ Travel Records As He Preps 2024 Announcement (opens Talking Points Memo)
Published May 2, 2023
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The Florida state legislature moved this week to allow Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) and other officials to hide their travel records from the public. It’s just one of several moves made in recent weeks…
Seattle Times
Florida Legislature moves to shield DeSantis’ travel records (opens Seattle Times)
Published May 2, 2023
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The Florida Legislature passed a bill Tuesday that would shield the travel records of Gov. Ron DeSantis and other top elected officials from public view.
NBC News
Florida GOP lawmakers pass bill to shield DeSantis' travel records (opens NBC News)
Published May 2, 2023
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The bill's passage comes after the GOP-controlled Legislature changed state law to clear the way for DeSantis to run for president without having to resign.