Florida Gov. DeSantis Signs ‘Anti-Riot’ Bill Into Law, Creating Tougher Penalties for Violent Protesters

Floridа Gov. Ron DeSantis listens to a report from a member of his administration during a meeting at the governor's office in Tallahassee, Florida, on April 1, 2021. Screenshot/Epoch Times

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill that intends to crack down on violent protests and riots in the state.

DeSantis, a Republican, signed the so-called anti-riot measure in Polk County on April 19, saying it’s “the strongest anti-rioting, pro-law enforcement piece of legislation in the country.”