Former US President Donald Trump on the 18th (local time) mocked Florida Gov. Ron Disantis, a rival in the Republican presidential race who is having a conflict with Disney.
According to American media outlets such as the political media The Hill, former President Trump said in an article posted on his social media, Truth Social, that day, “DeSanctus (an alias for Governor DeSantis) was completely ruined by Disney.” It failed, and now he’s back with a new plan to save face.”
“Disney’s next move is to stop investing in Florida because of the governor,” he said. “They could announce a withdrawal or sale of some or all of their assets. That will be the decisive blow.”
Governor DeSantis is at odds with Disney over discriminatory policies against LGBTQ people.
Previously, the Florida legislature enacted the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” law in May of last year, preventing lower-grade students from teaching about gender identity, such as homosexuality, in public schools. Conflict continues as Disney opposes the bill.
Governor DeSantis has formed a new Special Administrative District Supervisory Board with his aides to exert influence over Disney, and the conflict is deepening as it is known that the existing directors have signed long-term contracts with Disney ahead of the replacement. .
He said on the 17th that he was considering building another amusement park or prison near the property owned by Disney.
Gov. DeSantis has yet to run for the Republican nomination, but he forms a front with former President Trump.
Meanwhile, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that critics are voicing voices within the Republican Party about the confrontational relationship between Governor DeSantis and Disney. Republicans have traditionally pursued small government and free markets.
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie (Republican) said on the 18th that “his actions (to Disney) are inconsistent with the conservative stance on government-business interaction.”
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu, a Republican, also criticized, saying, “Disantis’ actions confuse the message of the entire Republican Party.”
Source: Donga
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