"Judge Dismisses Disney's Lawsuit Against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Over Retaliation Allegations"

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by Disney against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other defendants, alleging retaliation for criticizing a controversial parental rights education law. The judge ruled that Disney lacked legal standing to sue on First Amendment grounds and that its claims failed on the merits. The lawsuit stemmed from changes to the board overseeing the area encompassing Walt Disney Resort, which Disney accused the defendants of using to punish the company after it denounced the "Don't Say Gay" bill. Disney plans to challenge the ruling, arguing that it sets a dangerous precedent for states to punish political viewpoints they disagree with.