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Florida politicians take aim at social media companies
Read full article: Florida politicians take aim at social media companiesRon DeSantis and other politicians announce they want to take on social media companies like Facebook and Twitter. pic.twitter.com/KUfFQUZgNx — Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) February 3, 2021Florida Senate President Wilton Simpson said it is evident social media platforms are censoring conservatives. “No one should be excluded, but let’s be clear they are targeting conservatives.”DeSantis is proposing legislation that would, in part, fine social media companies $100k per day if they de-platform a political candidate during an election. Ad“The claim of anti-conservative animus on the part of social media companies is itself a form of disinformation: A falsehood with no reliable evidence to support it,” researchers wrote in the report. If Florida eventually passes legislation trying to regulate big tech companies, the state should be prepared for legal challenges, Kramer said.
Governor touts I-4 Ultimate construction milestones amid coronavirus
Read full article: Governor touts I-4 Ultimate construction milestones amid coronavirusRon DeSantis was in Orlando Monday to talk about advancements in construction projects, including the I-4 Ultimate Project, amid the slower traffic due to the coronavirus. DeSantis was in Orlando to announce the opening of State Road 408 and I-4 interchange and five new flyover ramps. FDOT Secretary Kevin Thibault joined the governor along I-4 for the announcement. As for when the 21-mile I-4 Ultimate project will be complete, Thibault said the target is sometime next year. More details about I-4 construction and closures can be found here.
Gov. Ron DeSantis to make announcement about Florida gyms reopening Friday
Read full article: Gov. Ron DeSantis to make announcement about Florida gyms reopening FridayRon DeSantis to make announcement about Florida gyms reopening FridayPublished: May 15, 2020, 7:12 amGov. Ron DeSantis said he would likely make an announcement Friday about whether gyms can reopen in Florida.
ClickO on the Go: What new proposal could mean for college athletes; Epic Universe update
Read full article: ClickO on the Go: What new proposal could mean for college athletes; Epic Universe updateClickO on the Go: What new proposal could mean for college athletes; Epic Universe updatePublished: October 25, 2019, 11:54 amFollow @News6WKMG on Snapchat and Instagram for all your weekday news and weather from ClickO on the Go in two minutes or less.