DeSantis-controlled Disney World district axes diversity initiatives

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, now controlled by appointees of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, has abolished diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at Walt Disney World. The district cut its DEI committee, related job duties, and any remaining initiatives that were previously implemented by Disney proponents. This move follows Governor DeSantis' signing of legislation banning state funding for diversity programs at public colleges and his efforts to regulate how the state's education system addresses topics like race and gender. The announcement comes amid an ongoing legal battle between Disney and DeSantis, with Disney suing the governor and his appointees for retaliatory actions. This dissolution of DEI initiatives is the latest limitation of such measures in Florida.