Florida GOP Passes Bill Allowing DeSantis to Run for President as Governor

Florida lawmakers have passed a bill that allows Governor Ron DeSantis to run for president without resigning from his current position. The bill, which passed on a party-line vote in the Republican-controlled legislature, exempts political candidates running for president or vice president from the rule requiring political candidates already holding office to resign. Democrats have criticized the move, suggesting that DeSantis could neglect his duties as governor while campaigning. DeSantis is expected to launch his 2024 presidential campaign after the state’s legislative session ends in May.