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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis made a major announcement today, and a lot of his Twitter followers say prepare for a liberal meltdown. Christina Pushaw told about this major announcement, so recently Governor Ron DeSantis Suspends State Attorney Andrew Warren for Refusing to Enforce Florida Law. DeSantis has appointed Susan Lopez to serve as State Attorney for the period of suspension. She has most recently been serving as a Judge on the Hillsborough County Court. To view the order suspending Andrew Warren and appointing Susan Lopez, click here.
The Governor has the authority under the Florida Constitution to suspend state officials for reasons of misfeasance, malfeasance, neglect of duty, drunkenness, incompetence, permanent inability to perform official duties or commission of a felony. The Governor has further authority to fill that office by appointment for the duration of the suspension.
Addressing the press conference in Tampa, DeSantis said:
"State Attorneys have a duty to prosecute crimes as defined in Florida law, not to pick and choose which laws to enforce based on his personal agenda,” “It is my duty to hold Florida’s elected officials to the highest standards for the people of Florida. I have the utmost trust that Judge Susan Lopez will lead the office through this transition and faithfully uphold the rule of law.”
After DeSantis Speech, Susan Lopez also address the media in Tampa she said:
“I have the utmost respect for our state laws and I understand the important role that the State Attorney plays in ensuring the safety of our community and the enforcement of our laws.”
“I want to thank the Governor for placing his trust in me, and I promise that I will faithfully execute the duties of this office.”
DESANTIS 'MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT' IN TAMPA: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to make a “major announcement.” In a tweet, a DeSantis spokeswoman said to “prepare for the liberal media meltdown of the year.”
You can also watch the DeSantis complete press conference from Tampa Today:
DeSantis/Trump ticket ?
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