DeSantis Likely to Veto Florida Bill on Illegal Immigration

The governor is at odds with lawmakers from his own party as to whose approach is tougher.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis attends the drivers meeting before the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., on Feb. 19, 2024. Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Florida’s state Senate and House of Representatives passed a bill addressing illegal immigration during its special session on Jan. 28.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has already suggested that it is dead on arrival and doesn’t have enough support to override his veto.