Florida Approves Armed Volunteer Security at Houses of Worship

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2 months ago

Florida Approves Armed Volunteer Security at Houses of Worship

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A new Florida law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis will allow houses of worship to use armed volunteers for security beginning July 1, 2026, in a move supporters say will help congregations strengthen protection amid rising security concerns • Read More

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3 years ago

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Hosts Shluchim at High Profile Chanukah Reception

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An exclusive high-profile Chanukah Party was hosted by Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis of Florida at the Governors Mansion in Tallahassee, Florida attended by a select group of Shluchim • Full Story, Photos, Video

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4 years ago

Re-elected Florida Governor Desantis Sent a Note to the Kotel

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis entrusts a note requesting prayers for the state and its people to be placed at the Western Wall in Jerusalem, amid speculation about his presidential aspirations • Full Story

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4 years ago

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Hosts Shluchim at High Profile Chanukah Reception

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A Exclusive High Profile Chanukah Party was hosted by Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida at the Governors Mansion in Tallahassee, Florida attended by a select group of Shluchim • Full Story, Photos, Video

Florida

4 years ago

Florida: Gov. Ron DeSantis; Marco Rubio Wins Re-election

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Ron DeSantis won a second term as Florida’s governor in a rout on Tuesday, according to The Associated Press. Senator Marco Rubio won a third term as senator • Full Story

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4 years ago

Governor Ron DeSantis Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Subtropical Storm Nicole

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Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order (EO) 22-253, declaring a State of Emergency for 34 counties in the potential path of Subtropical Storm Nicole. The Governor’s Office and FDEM are in constant contact with local government officials, the National Hurricane Center and the National Weather Service • Full Story