"Florida GOP Chair Denies Rape Allegation Amidst State Political Turmoil"

The head of the Florida Republican Party, Christian Ziegler, has been accused of rape by a woman who had been friends with him for 20 years. Governor Ron DeSantis has called for Ziegler's resignation, causing a stir in conservative politics and accusations of hypocrisy from Democrats and LBGTQ+ activists. Ziegler denies the allegations, claiming the sex was consensual. No criminal charges have been filed, but the investigation remains open. Ziegler's wife, Bridget Ziegler, who is a co-founder of Moms for Liberty, a conservative group, has also been implicated in a sexual relationship with the accuser. The case has sparked controversy and political tensions in Florida.