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Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two Successful Lawyers to Judicial Positions in Seminole and Sarasota Counties

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Sanford, FL – Two lawyers with proven track records have recently been appointed as judges in Seminole and Sarasota Counties, respectively, by Governor Ron DeSantis. These appointments come as replacements for judges who have been promoted from county courts to circuit courts. In Seminole County, Sylvia Grunor, a former donor to Governor DeSantis’ presidential campaign, has been granted the position. Grunor, who hails from Sanford, has a long history in the legal field. She was interviewed by the Supreme Court Judicial Nominating Commission in 2016 and previously ran for the trial bench in 2000. Grunor … Read more

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Bill Unlocking Jeffrey Epstein Grand Jury Testimony, Ensuring Transparency and Pursuit of Justice

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Palm Beach, Florida – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill allowing the release of grand jury testimony in the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein, a wealthy resident of Palm Beach, was investigated by local authorities in 2006 for allegations of sexually abusing young girls at his mansion. He later avoided federal charges through a plea deal, pleading guilty to state prostitution charges instead. The bill, sponsored by Representative Peggy Gossett-Seidman and Senator Tina Polsky, expands the exception to a prohibition on the disclosure of grand jury testimony. During a bill-signing … Read more

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Landmark Law Allowing Public Release of Secret Grand Jury Testimony in Cases Involving Epstein and Other Alleged Sexual Crimes Against Minors

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Palm Beach, Florida – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a new law allowing secret grand jury testimony in cases involving sexual crimes against minors to be made public, including evidence related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The law, which will take effect on July 1, only applies to cases where the suspect is deceased. Two of Epstein’s accusers will join the governor for the signing ceremony in Palm Beach. Epstein, who died in 2019, was accused of sexually exploiting underage girls. The signing of this law comes as a group of Epstein’s accusers … Read more

Judge dismisses Disney’s lawsuit against Ron DeSantis, setting potential precedent for free speech battles

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Orlando, Florida – In a blow to Disney’s ongoing dispute with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a federal judge has dismissed the company’s lawsuit against him. District Judge Allen Winsor, nominated by former President Donald Trump, ruled that Disney “lacks standing” to sue the governor, prompting a strong reaction from both sides. The conflict between Disney and DeSantis began when the governor tightened control over the Florida amusement park in response to the company’s criticism of his ‘Don’t Say Gay’ legislation. However, Winsor cited previous rulings that stated plaintiffs could not challenge a “constitutional” law change … Read more