DeSantis vs. Disney: The Battle Continues

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has promised "very, very strong action" against Disney in response to an agreement that strips power from the new district overseeing Disney World property. The agreement was made by the old governing body, the Reedy Creek Improvement District, just before it was dissolved by DeSantis and Republican lawmakers. The new Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board discovered the agreement, which binds it to the RCID comprehensive plan and land development regulations, and gives more power to Disney. DeSantis has ordered an investigation and said all options are on the table, including dissolving the binding agreement and implementing taxes or tolls. Disney's CEO has criticized DeSantis for punishing the company for exercising its constitutional right to freedom of speech.