Florida Passes Bill Restricting Chinese Land Ownership

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has proposed legislation that would ban Chinese citizens from owning land or property in the state, unless they are also a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, citing national security concerns. The bill has sparked backlash and protests, with opponents arguing it could violate the Fair Housing Act of 1968. Some Democrats support the legislation, while others argue it is unconstitutional and discriminatory. The bill also prohibits citizens of Russia, North Korea, Iran, Cuba, Venezuela and Syria from buying land within a mile of a military base or piece of critical infrastructure, though only Chinese nationals face a statewide ban.