The Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ top government staffers have been directly involved in raising campaign contributions for him, sparking a proposal by Republicans in the state House to bar state employees from conducting campaign activities during working hours. The legislation was introduced after reports of staffers raising money for a DeSantis-aligned political committee. The proposal would make it a misdemeanor for state employees to solicit funds during working hours. DeSantis has been facing scrutiny from Republican lawmakers over various issues, including an immigration proposal and a settlement involving Medicaid funds that went to a charity run by his wife, Casey DeSantis. The House is investigating the use of these funds for political purposes, which has caused tension within the GOP and raised questions about DeSantis’ leadership. The investigation has been viewed through the political lens of the 2026 governor’s race, with supporters of Rep. Byron Donalds using the issue to attack DeSantis. Laura Loomer, a far-right conspiracy theorist and Trump supporter, has been vocal in criticizing the DeSantis administration for the handling of state funds. Overall, DeSantis’ once compliant relationship with the Republican-dominated Legislature has turned contentious, with lawmakers challenging his authority and investigating past administration decisions.
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