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Dec 1, 2023 · DeSantis and Newsom sparred over how the other treated the Special Olympics. Newsom said it was "disgraceful" that DeSantis threatened to fine the Special Olympics $27 million.
Jul 19, 2022 · July 19, 2022 3:56 PM. California governor Gavin Newsom told the Sacramento Bee that he showed up on television screens in Florida because his equivalent in the Sunshine State, Ron DeSantis, had...
Jul 18, 2022 · Gov. Gavin Newsom said he targeted Gov. Ron DeSantis due to how he treated the Special Olympics. Newsom's ad urged Floridians to move to California and attacked DeSantis'...
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Jun 6, 2022 · The Special Olympics capitulated to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, dropping a vaccine mandate in hopes of escaping a $27.5-million fine.
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Dec 1, 2023 · The conversation devolved into another shouting match when Newsom brought up that DeSantis threatened a $27.5 million fine against the Special Olympics last year unless they dropped their coronavirus vaccine requirement for athletes. The organization, which runs athletic competitions for disabled people, eventually reversed course.
Jun 7, 2022 · Special Olympics forced to back down following DeSantis’ threats. What kind of politician threatens the Special Olympics in an election year? As it turns out, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis...
Nov 30, 2023 · Nov. 28, 2023. In interviews, Newsom accused DeSantis of being a “bully,” taking particular offense with the Florida governor’s effort to prevent the Special Olympics from requiring vaccine...
