'We made promises to the people of Florida and we have delivered on those promises, and so today after four years, people have delivered their verdict - freedom is here to stay," said Ron DeSantis after getting re-elected in Florida.

US Midterm Elections: Republican Ron DeSantis re-elected in Florida, addresses media

<p>As the voting day for US midterm elections approaches, former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis lead the pack of likely Republican presidential hopefuls for 2024. While DeSantis has earned the label of 'Donald Trump incarnate' from President Joe Biden, Donald Trump has also christened the Florida governer 'Ron DeSanctimonious'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump claims to have a loyal following among the conservatives, while&nbsp;DeSantis is often praised by the Republicans as 'a more disciplined and less chaotic leader'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>DeSantis was endorsed by Trump in 2018 for Florida's governorship. The tables, however, have turned in 2022 for what is foreseen by the two top Republican presidential hopefuls of 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Trump, DeSantis to maintain distance in Florida</strong></p>

<p>Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a rally on Sunday, November 6 in Florida's Miami in which DeSantis has not been invited. Miami is DeSantis' home turf. DeSantis himself, however, is scheduled to campaign hundreds of miles away the same day, exposing the growing difference between the two leaders with respect to galvanising the Republican base for the midterms.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"DeSantis would have lost in 2018 by 10, 20, maybe 30 points without Trump's endorsement. He definitely owes Trump. Big Time," outgoing Florida GOP state Rep. Anthony Sabatini was quoted as saying by Politico.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>We are going to take back the White House: Donald Trump</strong></p>

<p>After calling out his potential political rival 'Ron DeSanctimonious', Donald Trump in a Saturday rally in Pennsylvania, also teased his own run for the White House in 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This is the year we are going to take back the House. We’re going to take back the Senate. And we are going to take back America. We are going to take it back,” Trump said. “And in 2024, most importantly, we are going to take back our magnificent, oh-so beautiful White House.”</p>

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As the voting day for US midterm elections approaches, former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis lead the pack of likely Republican presidential hopefuls for 2024.

As the voting day for US midterm elections approaches, former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis lead the pack of likely Republican presidential hopefuls for 2024. While DeSantis has earned the label of 'Donald Trump incarnate' from President Joe Biden, Donald Trump has also christened the Florida governer 'Ron DeSanctimonious'. Trump claims to have a loyal following among the conservatives, while DeSantis is often praised by the Republicans as 'a more disciplined and less chaotic leader'. DeSantis was endorsed by Trump in 2018 for Florida's governorship. The tables, however, have turned in 2022 for what is foreseen by the two top Republican presidential hopefuls of 2024. Trump, DeSantis to maintain distance in Florida Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a rally on Sunday, November 6 in Florida's Miami in which DeSantis has not been invited. Miami is DeSantis' home turf. DeSantis himself, however, is scheduled to campaign hundreds of miles away the same day, exposing the growing difference between the two leaders with respect to galvanising the Republican base for the midterms. WATCH | US Midterm Elections: Donald Trump says, 'Red wave will sweep through USA once again' × "DeSantis would have lost in 2018 by 10, 20, maybe 30 points without Trump's endorsement. He definitely owes Trump. Big Time," outgoing Florida GOP state Rep. Anthony Sabatini was quoted as saying by Politico. We are going to take back the White House: Donald Trump After calling out his potential political rival 'Ron DeSanctimonious', Donald Trump in a Saturday rally in Pennsylvania, also teased his own run for the White House in 2024. “This is the year we are going to take back the House. We’re going to take back the Senate. And we are going to take back America. We are going to take it back,” Trump said. “And in 2024, most importantly, we are going to take back our magnificent, oh-so beautiful White House.” Trump is widely expected to announce his presidential bid, soon after the mid-term election results. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

US Midterms 2022: Ron DeSantis not invited to Trump's Miami rally, former president teases 2024 bid

<p>As the US midterm elections approach their end, former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis lead the pack of likely Republican presidential hopefuls for 2024. While DeSantis has earned the label of 'Donald Trump incarnate' from President Joe Biden, Donald Trump has christened Florida governer 'Ron DeSanctimonious'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump claims to have a loyal following among the conservatives. DeSantis is often praised by the Republicans as 'a more disciplined and less chaotic leader'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>DeSantis was endorsed by Trump in 2018 for Florida's governorship. The tables, however, have turned in 2022 for what is foreseen by the two top Republican presidential hopefuls of 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Trump, DeSantis to maintain distance in Florida</strong></p>

<p>Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a rally on Sunday, November 6 in Florida's Miami in which DeSantis remains has not been invited. Miami is DeSantis' home turf. DeSantis himself, however, is scheduled to campaign hundreds of miles away the same day, exposing the growing difference between the two leaders with respect to galvanising the Republican base for the midterms.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"DeSantis would have lost in 2018 by 10, 20, maybe 30 points without Trump's endorsement. He definitely owes Trump. Big Time," outgoing Florida GOP state Rep. Anthony Sabatini was quoted as saying by Politico.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>We are going to take back the White House: Donald Trump</strong></p>

<p>After calling out his potential political rival 'Ron DeSanctimonious', Donald Trump in a Saturday rally in Pennsylvania, also teased his own run for the White House in 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This is the year we are going to take back the House. We’re going to take back the Senate. And we are going to take back America. We are going to take it back,” Trump said. “And in 2024, most importantly, we are going to take back our magnificent, oh-so beautiful White House.”</p>

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As the US midterm elections approach their end, former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis lead the pack of likely Republican presidential hopefuls for 2024.

As the US midterm elections approach their end, former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis lead the pack of likely Republican presidential hopefuls for 2024. While DeSantis has earned the label of 'Donald Trump incarnate' from President Joe Biden, Donald Trump has christened Florida governer 'Ron DeSanctimonious'. Trump claims to have a loyal following among the conservatives. DeSantis is often praised by the Republicans as 'a more disciplined and less chaotic leader'. DeSantis was endorsed by Trump in 2018 for Florida's governorship. The tables, however, have turned in 2022 for what is foreseen by the two top Republican presidential hopefuls of 2024. Trump, DeSantis to maintain distance in Florida Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a rally on Sunday, November 6 in Florida's Miami in which DeSantis remains has not been invited. Miami is DeSantis' home turf. DeSantis himself, however, is scheduled to campaign hundreds of miles away the same day, exposing the growing difference between the two leaders with respect to galvanising the Republican base for the midterms. WATCH | US Midterm Elections: Donald Trump says, 'Red wave will sweep through USA once again' × "DeSantis would have lost in 2018 by 10, 20, maybe 30 points without Trump's endorsement. He definitely owes Trump. Big Time," outgoing Florida GOP state Rep. Anthony Sabatini was quoted as saying by Politico. We are going to take back the White House: Donald Trump After calling out his potential political rival 'Ron DeSanctimonious', Donald Trump in a Saturday rally in Pennsylvania, also teased his own run for the White House in 2024. “This is the year we are going to take back the House. We’re going to take back the Senate. And we are going to take back America. We are going to take it back,” Trump said. “And in 2024, most importantly, we are going to take back our magnificent, oh-so beautiful White House.” Trump is widely expected to announce his presidential bid, soon after the mid-term election results. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

US Midterms 2022: Former president Trump teases 2024 bid, Ron DeSantis not invited to Miami rally

US President Joe Biden is all set to hold a rally in Florida next week, where he lost in 2020. He also takes an aim at the Florida governor, Ron DeSantis. Biden is expected to offer his sharpest attack yet on DeSantis, a governor who has used the power of his office to rise to national prominence.

US President Joe Biden to hold rally in Florida next week

<p>A tussle seems to be brewing between the Republican and Democratic-ruled states over the issue of immigration.</p>

<p>Republican-ruled border states of Texas and Arizona have reportedly sent thousands of immigrants to New York, Chicago and Washington cities—all governed by the Democrats.</p>

<p>Blaming Democratic-governed states for encouraging immigration, they contend that these areas should take more immigrants because the Democrats have failed to enforce immigration laws.</p>

<p>The latest to join is the Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis, who on Wednesday took credit for sending two planes carrying 50 immigrants to the wealthy island of Martha's Vineyard.</p>

<p>Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts is a traditional summer destination for Hollywood stars and a farm area with a year-round population of only 20,000, according to Reuters.</p>

<p>"It is part of the state's programme to send migrants to sanctuary destinations," the statement issued by the governor's office stated.</p>

<p>These sanctuary cities are those areas that have policies aiding illegal migrants and do not strictly adhere to federal immigration policies, including those brought by former president Donald Trump.</p>

<p>"Florida can confirm the two planes with illegal immigrants that arrived in Martha's Vineyard today were part of the state's relocation programme to transport illegal immigrants to sanctuary destinations," governor DeSantis's communications director Taryn Fenske said in a statement.</p>

<p>Massachusetts state representative Dylan Fernandes on Twitter slammed the Florida governor describing&nbsp;the move as an "evil and inhumane" plot to use "human lives — men, women and children — as political pawns".</p>

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<p>A report by MassLive.com on Wednesday claimed that these immigrants, mostly from Venezuela and Colombia, who landed in Martha's Vineyard didn't even know where they have been sent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Under US laws, states need the consent of immigrants before they are moved out.&nbsp;But some voluntarily decided to shift because it takes them closer to their intended destinations.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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A tussle seems to be brewing between the Republican and Democratic-ruled states over the issue of immigration. Republican-ruled border states of Texas and Arizona have reportedly sent thousands of immigrants to New York, Chicago and Washington cities—all governed by the Democrats.

A tussle seems to be brewing between the Republican and Democratic-ruled states over the issue of immigration. Republican-ruled border states of Texas and Arizona have reportedly sent thousands of immigrants to New York, Chicago and Washington cities—all governed by the Democrats. Blaming Democratic-governed states for encouraging immigration, they contend that these areas should take more immigrants because the Democrats have failed to enforce immigration laws. The latest to join is the Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis, who on Wednesday took credit for sending two planes carrying 50 immigrants to the wealthy island of Martha's Vineyard. Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts is a traditional summer destination for Hollywood stars and a farm area with a year-round population of only 20,000, according to Reuters. "It is part of the state's programme to send migrants to sanctuary destinations," the statement issued by the governor's office stated. These sanctuary cities are those areas that have policies aiding illegal migrants and do not strictly adhere to federal immigration policies, including those brought by former president Donald Trump. "Florida can confirm the two planes with illegal immigrants that arrived in Martha's Vineyard today were part of the state's relocation programme to transport illegal immigrants to sanctuary destinations," governor DeSantis's communications director Taryn Fenske said in a statement. Massachusetts state representative Dylan Fernandes on Twitter slammed the Florida governor describing the move as an "evil and inhumane" plot to use "human lives — men, women and children — as political pawns". Republicans who call themselves Christians have been plotting for some time to use human lives - men, women, and children - as a political pawns. It is evil and inhumane. — Dylan Fernandes (@RepDylan) September 15, 2022 × A report by MassLive.com on Wednesday claimed that these immigrants, mostly from Venezuela and Colombia, who landed in Martha's Vineyard didn't even know where they have been sent. Under US laws, states need the consent of immigrants before they are moved out. But some voluntarily decided to shift because it takes them closer to their intended destinations. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Florida governor Ron DeSantis has criticised Disney for being ''woke'' and claimed it has cozy&nbsp;ties with communist China.</p>

<p>“Disney is in far too deep with the communist party of China and has lost any moral authority to tell you what to do,” he said.</p>

<p>“Companies that have made a fortune catering to families should understand that parents don’t want this injected into their kid’s kindergarten classroom,” DeSantis said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Our policies will be based on the best interest of Florida citizens, not the musing of woke corporations.”</p>

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<p>Rick Wilson, a former Republican operative now part of the Lincoln Project, said “The weird hypocrisy of Florida politics right now is DeSantis has been happy to take Disney’s money but to pass a bill that’s anathema to the values of their customers and their institution.”</p>

<p>It comes after Walt Disney Co paused all political donations in Florida due to facing employee outcry over "anti-gay" legislation called 'Don't say gay' bill.</p>

<p>The Florida Senate passed the legislation Tuesday which would prohibit classroom discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in the state's primary schools, but also prohibits teachings "not age appropriate" for other grades.</p>

<p>The measure, which its opponents labeled the "Don't Say Gay" bill, passed the state House last month and is headed to Governor Ron DeSantis for approval. DeSantis has indicated his support for the measure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Opponents and LGBTQ rights activists lobbied against what they call the "Don't Say Gay" law, which will affect kids in kindergarten through third grade, when they are eight or nine years old.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/disney-faces-backlash-after-emerging-as-fund-donor-for-dont-say-gay-bill-461676">Also read |&nbsp;Disney faces backlash after emerging as fund donor for 'Don't Say Gay' bill</a></strong></p>

<p>On Friday chief executive Bob Chapek told them he was sorry the company had let them down.</p>

<p>"It is clear that this is not just an issue about a bill in Florida, but instead yet another challenge to basic human rights," he wrote in an email, published by Variety.</p>

<p>"You needed me to be a stronger ally in the fight for equal rights and I let you down. I am sorry."</p>

<p>Chapek said Disney would be bolstering its support for campaigns aimed at preventing similar legislation in other states as part of an effort to "ensure our advocacy better reflects our values."</p>

<p>Disney, which has a huge presence in the southern state in the form of its Walt Disney World resort, had faced weeks of criticism both internally and externally over its lack of public response.</p>

<p>Disney pledged to increase support for advocacy groups to combat similar legislation in other states. It also is re-examining its political contributions.</p>

<p>The Florida legislation, championed by possible presidential nominee DeSantis, is part of nationwide effort by Republicans who feel they are wresting back control from liberal policies they say undermine traditional family values.</p>

<p>Similar moves are afoot in other Republican-led or Republican-leaning states, chiefly in the south.</p>

<p>They include a plan by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to label as "child abuse" medical treatments considered in progressive states to be standard care for transgender teenagers.</p>

<p>The political fight leaves businesses in the often-uncomfortable position of having to take sides on an issue that may pit one group of customers or staff against another.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Florida governor Ron DeSantis has criticised Disney for being ''woke'' and claimed it has cozy ties with communist China. “Disney is in far too deep with the communist party of China and has lost any moral authority to tell you what to do,” he said.

Florida governor Ron DeSantis has criticised Disney for being ''woke'' and claimed it has cozy ties with communist China. “Disney is in far too deep with the communist party of China and has lost any moral authority to tell you what to do,” he said. “Companies that have made a fortune catering to families should understand that parents don’t want this injected into their kid’s kindergarten classroom,” DeSantis said. “Our policies will be based on the best interest of Florida citizens, not the musing of woke corporations.” Also read | A bill 'based on hate & discrimination': Florida passes archaic 'Don't Say Gay' school bill Rick Wilson, a former Republican operative now part of the Lincoln Project, said “The weird hypocrisy of Florida politics right now is DeSantis has been happy to take Disney’s money but to pass a bill that’s anathema to the values of their customers and their institution.” It comes after Walt Disney Co paused all political donations in Florida due to facing employee outcry over "anti-gay" legislation called 'Don't say gay' bill. The Florida Senate passed the legislation Tuesday which would prohibit classroom discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in the state's primary schools, but also prohibits teachings "not age appropriate" for other grades. The measure, which its opponents labeled the "Don't Say Gay" bill, passed the state House last month and is headed to Governor Ron DeSantis for approval. DeSantis has indicated his support for the measure. Opponents and LGBTQ rights activists lobbied against what they call the "Don't Say Gay" law, which will affect kids in kindergarten through third grade, when they are eight or nine years old. Also read | Disney faces backlash after emerging as fund donor for 'Don't Say Gay' bill On Friday chief executive Bob Chapek told them he was sorry the company had let them down. "It is clear that this is not just an issue about a bill in Florida, but instead yet another challenge to basic human rights," he wrote in an email, published by Variety. "You needed me to be a stronger ally in the fight for equal rights and I let you down. I am sorry." Chapek said Disney would be bolstering its support for campaigns aimed at preventing similar legislation in other states as part of an effort to "ensure our advocacy better reflects our values." Disney, which has a huge presence in the southern state in the form of its Walt Disney World resort, had faced weeks of criticism both internally and externally over its lack of public response. Disney pledged to increase support for advocacy groups to combat similar legislation in other states. It also is re-examining its political contributions. The Florida legislation, championed by possible presidential nominee DeSantis, is part of nationwide effort by Republicans who feel they are wresting back control from liberal policies they say undermine traditional family values. Similar moves are afoot in other Republican-led or Republican-leaning states, chiefly in the south. They include a plan by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to label as "child abuse" medical treatments considered in progressive states to be standard care for transgender teenagers. The political fight leaves businesses in the often-uncomfortable position of having to take sides on an issue that may pit one group of customers or staff against another. (With inputs from agencies)

Florida governor DeSantis criticises 'woke' Disney, claims it has cozy ties with China

<p>Disney is facing backlash after it was revealed that the company was donating funds to Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill.</p>

<p>The entertainment and theme park giant has been under fire for failing to take a public stand against the measure, which opponents of the legislation say will harm the lesbian, gay, transgender and queer community.</p>

<p>The company employs more than 65,000 people at the sprawling Walt Disney World resort in Orlando.</p>

<p>Staff at Disney-owned Pixar Animation Studios said they were "disappointed, hurt, afraid and angry" over their company's silence on the Florida legislation.</p>

<p>Employees joined with advocacy groups such as Color of Change in calling on Disney to withdraw funding from politicians who support the Florida bill.</p>

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<p>The Florida Senate passed the legislation Tuesday which would prohibit classroom discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in the state's primary schools, but also prohibits teachings "not age appropriate" for other grades.</p>

<p>The measure, which its opponents labeled the "Don't Say Gay" bill, passed the state House last month and is headed to Governor Ron DeSantis for approval. DeSantis has indicated his support for the measure.</p>

<p>As a result of the rebuke, the entertainment and theme park giant has is pausing all political donations in Florida, Chief Executive Bob Chapek said in a memo to staff.</p>

<p>"It is clear that this is not just an issue about a bill in Florida, but instead yet another challenge to basic human rights," he wrote in an email, published by Variety.</p>

<p>"You needed me to be a stronger ally in the fight for equal rights and I let you down. I am sorry."</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-bill-based-on-hate-discrimination-florida-passes-archaic-dont-say-gay-school-bill-460434">Also read |&nbsp;A bill 'based on hate &amp; discrimination': Florida passes archaic 'Don't Say Gay' school bill</a></strong></p>

<p>Chapek said Disney would be bolstering its support for campaigns aimed at preventing similar legislation in other states as part of an effort to "ensure our advocacy better reflects our values."</p>

<p>"And today, we are pausing all political donations in the state of Florida pending this review."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chapek said the company had to do more, but insisted he had the backs of sexual minority staff.</p>

<p>"I truly believe we are an infinitely better and stronger company because of our LGBTQ+ community.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I missed the mark in this case but am an ally you can count on, and I will be an outspoken champion for the protections, visibility, and opportunity you deserve."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dont-condemn-gay-children-pope-francis-urges-parents-447874"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Don't condemn gay children, Pope Francis urges parents</strong></a></p>

<p>Chapek thanked the company's employees for "sharing your pain, frustration and sadness" over the company’s response. "I missed the mark in this case," he wrote to employees.</p>

<p>"But am an ally you can count on,&nbsp;and I will be an outspoken champion for the protections, visibility, and opportunity you deserve."</p>

<p>Disney pledged to increase support for advocacy groups to combat similar legislation in other states. It also is re-examining its political contributions.</p>

<p>The Florida legislation, championed by possible presidential nominee Governor Ron DeSantis, is part of nationwide effort by Republicans who feel they are wresting back control from liberal policies they say undermine traditional family values.</p>

<p>Similar moves are afoot in other Republican-led or Republican-leaning states, chiefly in the south.</p>

<p>They include a plan by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to label as "child abuse" medical treatments considered in progressive states to be standard care for transgender teenagers.</p>

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Disney is facing backlash after it was revealed that the company was donating funds to Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill. The entertainment and theme park giant has been under fire for failing to take a public stand against the measure, which opponents of the legislation say will harm the lesbian, gay, transgender and queer community.

Disney is facing backlash after it was revealed that the company was donating funds to Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill. The entertainment and theme park giant has been under fire for failing to take a public stand against the measure, which opponents of the legislation say will harm the lesbian, gay, transgender and queer community. The company employs more than 65,000 people at the sprawling Walt Disney World resort in Orlando. Staff at Disney-owned Pixar Animation Studios said they were "disappointed, hurt, afraid and angry" over their company's silence on the Florida legislation. Employees joined with advocacy groups such as Color of Change in calling on Disney to withdraw funding from politicians who support the Florida bill. View this post on Instagram A post shared by matt bernstein (@mattxiv) The Florida Senate passed the legislation Tuesday which would prohibit classroom discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in the state's primary schools, but also prohibits teachings "not age appropriate" for other grades. The measure, which its opponents labeled the "Don't Say Gay" bill, passed the state House last month and is headed to Governor Ron DeSantis for approval. DeSantis has indicated his support for the measure. As a result of the rebuke, the entertainment and theme park giant has is pausing all political donations in Florida, Chief Executive Bob Chapek said in a memo to staff. "It is clear that this is not just an issue about a bill in Florida, but instead yet another challenge to basic human rights," he wrote in an email, published by Variety. "You needed me to be a stronger ally in the fight for equal rights and I let you down. I am sorry." Also read | A bill 'based on hate & discrimination': Florida passes archaic 'Don't Say Gay' school bill Chapek said Disney would be bolstering its support for campaigns aimed at preventing similar legislation in other states as part of an effort to "ensure our advocacy better reflects our values." "And today, we are pausing all political donations in the state of Florida pending this review." Chapek said the company had to do more, but insisted he had the backs of sexual minority staff. "I truly believe we are an infinitely better and stronger company because of our LGBTQ+ community. "I missed the mark in this case but am an ally you can count on, and I will be an outspoken champion for the protections, visibility, and opportunity you deserve." Also read | Don't condemn gay children, Pope Francis urges parents Chapek thanked the company's employees for "sharing your pain, frustration and sadness" over the company’s response. "I missed the mark in this case," he wrote to employees. "But am an ally you can count on, and I will be an outspoken champion for the protections, visibility, and opportunity you deserve." Disney pledged to increase support for advocacy groups to combat similar legislation in other states. It also is re-examining its political contributions. The Florida legislation, championed by possible presidential nominee Governor Ron DeSantis, is part of nationwide effort by Republicans who feel they are wresting back control from liberal policies they say undermine traditional family values. Similar moves are afoot in other Republican-led or Republican-leaning states, chiefly in the south. They include a plan by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to label as "child abuse" medical treatments considered in progressive states to be standard care for transgender teenagers. (With inputs from agencies)

Disney faces backlash after emerging as fund donor for 'Don't Say Gay' bill

<p>Former US President Donald Trump has the highest chances of winning the 2024 election and returning to the White House.</p>

<p>A UK-based betting exchange company called Smarkets has predicted that Trump, for the first time, has edged ahead of his predecessor Joe Biden.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hows-biden-doing-do-you-miss-me-yet-trump-pokes-fun-at-us-president-420630">Also read |&nbsp;'How's Biden doing? 'Do you miss me yet?': Trump pokes fun at US President</a></strong></p>

<p>Biden who is the second place with 19 per cent votes as per a poll conducted by the website, is followed by Vice-President Kamala Harris with 13 per cent votes.</p>

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<p>The poll shows Trump has a 45 per cent chance of winning the GOP primary. He is the most likely candidate to become the Republican nominee for the 2024 election.</p>

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<p>The other possible candidates include Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley with 14 per cent and 11 per cent votes respectively.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-ends-workplace-immigration-raids-reversing-trump-policy-420524">Also read |&nbsp;Biden ends workplace immigration raids, reversing Trump policy</a></strong></p>

<p>The company's head of political market Matthew Shaddick said, "It's a pretty staggering development to find a defeated one-term president taking over as favourite from the incumbent who beat him, but we know by now that Donald Trump is no ordinary politician."</p>

<p>"Many forecasters had predicted that health or legal issues might stop Trump from re-election, but the latest Smarkets prices imply that there is a two-in-three chance he'll run for the White House again in three years' time, he added.</p>

<p>Trump has hinted at a possible presidential run in 2024, attacking Biden and repeating his fraudulent claims he won the 2020 election.</p>

<p>Trump's flirtation with another run could freeze the Republican field for 2024 as other potential candidates try to decide whether they will have to compete against him.</p>


Former US President Donald Trump has the highest chances of winning the 2024 election and returning to the White House. A UK-based betting exchange company called Smarkets has predicted that Trump, for the first time, has edged ahead of his predecessor Joe Biden.

Former US President Donald Trump has the highest chances of winning the 2024 election and returning to the White House. A UK-based betting exchange company called Smarkets has predicted that Trump, for the first time, has edged ahead of his predecessor Joe Biden. Also read | 'How's Biden doing? 'Do you miss me yet?': Trump pokes fun at US President Biden who is the second place with 19 per cent votes as per a poll conducted by the website, is followed by Vice-President Kamala Harris with 13 per cent votes. BREAKING: Donald Trump has just gone favourite for the first time in our 2024 presidential election winner market. The former president's win chance just hit a new high of 20% with Joe Biden's dipping to 19.6%. Trade 👉 https://t.co/rpWB459REB pic.twitter.com/yU9VV3u6xH — Smarkets (@smarkets) October 13, 2021 × The poll shows Trump has a 45 per cent chance of winning the GOP primary. He is the most likely candidate to become the Republican nominee for the 2024 election. The other possible candidates include Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley with 14 per cent and 11 per cent votes respectively. Also read | Biden ends workplace immigration raids, reversing Trump policy The company's head of political market Matthew Shaddick said, "It's a pretty staggering development to find a defeated one-term president taking over as favourite from the incumbent who beat him, but we know by now that Donald Trump is no ordinary politician." "Many forecasters had predicted that health or legal issues might stop Trump from re-election, but the latest Smarkets prices imply that there is a two-in-three chance he'll run for the White House again in three years' time, he added. Trump has hinted at a possible presidential run in 2024, attacking Biden and repeating his fraudulent claims he won the 2020 election. Trump's flirtation with another run could freeze the Republican field for 2024 as other potential candidates try to decide whether they will have to compete against him.

US election 2024: Former US President Donald Trump favourite candidate, Biden lagging behind

<p>US&nbsp;President Joe Biden on Tuesday urged Republican leaders in Florida and Texas,&nbsp;home to roughly a third of all new US&nbsp;COVID-19 cases, to follow public health guidelines on the pandemic or "get out of the way" as the country struggles to contain the rapid spread of the disease's Delta variant.</p>

<p>Biden also announced the United States had donated more than 110 million vaccine doses to 65 countries, but the White House kept its focus largely on the crisis at home: outbreaks in the two Republican-led states accounting for an outsized share of rising cases nationwide.</p>

<p>Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has opposed strict COVID-19 restrictions. On Friday, he issued an order blocking mask mandates in the state's schools. Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an order last spring that would impose fines for mask mandates.</p>

<p>"Some governors aren't willing to do the right thing to beat this pandemic, and they should allow businesses and universities who want to do the right thing to be able to do it," Biden said, without referencing the two men by name.</p>

<p>"I say to these governors ... if you're not going to help, at least get out of the way."</p>

<p>Asked later if DeSantis and Abbott were making calls that harmed their citizens, Biden said: "I believe the results of their decisions are not good for their constituents."</p>

<p>One in three new COVID-19 cases nationwide occurred in Florida and Texas in the past week, White House pandemic response coordinator Jeff Zients told reporters on Monday.</p>

<p>White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki said the White House was in discussions with both states about offering help to address the problem.</p>

<p>As of Saturday, there were about 72,000 new COVID-19 cases per day in the United States, a 44 per cent&nbsp;increase over the previous week, according to the US&nbsp;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.</p>

<p>New York City will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination at restaurants, gyms and other businesses, Mayor Bill de Blasio said on Tuesday. Biden urged other cities and localities to do the same.</p>

<p><strong>INTERNATIONAL PUSH</strong></p>

<p>Biden said the US&nbsp;donation of vaccines outstripped efforts by other countries such as Russia and China.</p>

<p>He said the United States would continue to give tens of millions of doses away across the summer.</p>

<p>"We're doing this to save lives and to end this pandemic. That's it," he said.</p>

<p>In late August, the United States will also start shipping 500 million doses of Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE's vaccine to 100 lower-income countries, the White House said in a statement earlier in the day.</p>

<p>Advocates believe the United States could be sharing even more.</p>

<p>"We could give away lots of what we have and still be fine," said Gregg Gonsalves, assistant professor of epidemiology of microbial diseases at the Yale School of Public Health.</p>

<p>Helping the rest of the world would benefit the United States in its domestic fight as well, he added.</p>

<p>"If we don't control it everywhere, we're not going to control it anywhere," Gonsalves said.</p>

<p>COVAX, backed by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization, seeks to secure two billion COVID-19 vaccine doses for countries in need by the year's end.</p>

<p>In June, a WHO official said many nations did not have enough doses to continue vaccination efforts or had simply run out.</p>

<p>The White House on Tuesday said it would work with COVAX and other regional partners to ensure the donated vaccines were equitably delivered.</p>


US President Joe Biden on Tuesday urged Republican leaders in Florida and Texas, home to roughly a third of all new US COVID-19 cases, to follow public health guidelines on the pandemic or "get out of the way" as the country struggles to contain the rapid spread of the disease's Delta variant.

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday urged Republican leaders in Florida and Texas, home to roughly a third of all new US COVID-19 cases, to follow public health guidelines on the pandemic or "get out of the way" as the country struggles to contain the rapid spread of the disease's Delta variant. Biden also announced the United States had donated more than 110 million vaccine doses to 65 countries, but the White House kept its focus largely on the crisis at home: outbreaks in the two Republican-led states accounting for an outsized share of rising cases nationwide. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has opposed strict COVID-19 restrictions. On Friday, he issued an order blocking mask mandates in the state's schools. Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an order last spring that would impose fines for mask mandates. "Some governors aren't willing to do the right thing to beat this pandemic, and they should allow businesses and universities who want to do the right thing to be able to do it," Biden said, without referencing the two men by name. "I say to these governors ... if you're not going to help, at least get out of the way." Asked later if DeSantis and Abbott were making calls that harmed their citizens, Biden said: "I believe the results of their decisions are not good for their constituents." One in three new COVID-19 cases nationwide occurred in Florida and Texas in the past week, White House pandemic response coordinator Jeff Zients told reporters on Monday. White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki said the White House was in discussions with both states about offering help to address the problem. As of Saturday, there were about 72,000 new COVID-19 cases per day in the United States, a 44 per cent increase over the previous week, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. New York City will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination at restaurants, gyms and other businesses, Mayor Bill de Blasio said on Tuesday. Biden urged other cities and localities to do the same. INTERNATIONAL PUSH Biden said the US donation of vaccines outstripped efforts by other countries such as Russia and China. He said the United States would continue to give tens of millions of doses away across the summer. "We're doing this to save lives and to end this pandemic. That's it," he said. In late August, the United States will also start shipping 500 million doses of Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE's vaccine to 100 lower-income countries, the White House said in a statement earlier in the day. Advocates believe the United States could be sharing even more. "We could give away lots of what we have and still be fine," said Gregg Gonsalves, assistant professor of epidemiology of microbial diseases at the Yale School of Public Health. Helping the rest of the world would benefit the United States in its domestic fight as well, he added. "If we don't control it everywhere, we're not going to control it anywhere," Gonsalves said. COVAX, backed by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization, seeks to secure two billion COVID-19 vaccine doses for countries in need by the year's end. In June, a WHO official said many nations did not have enough doses to continue vaccination efforts or had simply run out. The White House on Tuesday said it would work with COVAX and other regional partners to ensure the donated vaccines were equitably delivered.

Biden tells Florida, Texas leaders to help on COVID-19 or 'get out of the way'

The Florida governor, Ron DeSantis, has signed a bill imposing new limits on voting by mail and using ballot drop boxes. The White House swiftly criticized the law, saying Florida is “moving in the wrong direction”.

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