Gov. DeSantis suspends State Attorney Monique H. Worrell for neglecting duty

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has suspended State Attorney Monique H. Worrell, accusing her of neglect of duty and incompetence in her criminal justice administration. DeSantis cited Worrell's pattern of avoiding minimum mandatory sentences for gun crimes and drug trafficking offenses, allowing juvenile offenders to avoid serious charges and incarceration, and limiting charges for child pornography offenses. Worrell's suspension comes after criticism from the governor and concerns over public safety, particularly in light of a recent shooting by a habitual felon who had previously been granted bond under Worrell's watch. Andrew Bain will be taking over as the State Attorney for the 9th Judicial Circuit.