DeSantis Lawyers Seek Dismissal of Disney's First Amendment Lawsuit

Attorneys for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are seeking the dismissal of a free speech lawsuit filed by Disney, claiming that DeSantis is immune since he does not enforce the laws that removed Disney's control over the governing district of Walt Disney World. The lawsuit alleges that DeSantis used state powers to punish Disney for opposing a state law banning classroom lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity. The outcome of the hearing could determine who controls the district, and Disney has accused DeSantis of using political institutions to suppress opposing viewpoints.