Ron DeSantis

Ron DeSantis was born on September 14, 1978, marking the beginning of his life journey.

Ron DeSantis graduated from Florida State in April 1994.

While at Harvard Law School, Ron DeSantis earned a commission in the U.S. Navy as a JAG officer, which led to his active-duty service supporting operations at the terrorist detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

In the spring of 2006, DeSantis arrived at Joint Task Force Guantanamo (JTF-GTMO), working with detainees at the Guantanamo Bay detention camp. The publicly released records of his service in the Navy were redacted, with the Navy citing a personal-privacy exception to the Freedom of Information Act.

In 2007, DeSantis reported to the Naval Special Warfare Command Group in Coronado, California, where he was assigned as a legal adviser to SEAL Team One; he deployed to Iraq in the fall of 2007 as part of the troop surge.

DeSantis returned to the U.S. in April 2008, reassigned to the Naval Region Southeast Legal Service. He was appointed to serve as a special assistant U.S. attorney at the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Middle District of Florida.

Ron DeSantis resigned from his U.S. House seat on September 10, 2018, during his gubernatorial campaign.

In November 2018, Ron DeSantis narrowly defeated Democratic opponent Andrew Gillum in the gubernatorial race, marking the beginning of his prominent political career.

On November 17, 2018, DeSantis was confirmed as the winner of the Florida gubernatorial election, following a closely contested race. His victory was a pivotal moment in his political career.

On January 8, 2019, DeSantis assumed office as the governor of Florida, where he has generally governed as a conservative.

Three days after taking office, on January 11, 2019, DeSantis posthumously pardoned the Groveland Four, a group of black men falsely convicted of rape in 1949.

On March 18, 2019, DeSantis signed into law SB 182, ending the prohibition on smokable medical marijuana in Florida, aligning with the will of the voters who approved Amendment 2.

On June 14, 2019, DeSantis signed SB 168 into law, requiring local law-enforcement agencies in Florida to cooperate with federal immigration officials and comply with ICE hold requests for illegal immigrants.

On March 9, 2020, DeSantis declared a state of emergency for the state of Florida regarding coronavirus, signaling the severity of the situation and the need for immediate action.

On March 17, DeSantis closed bars and nightclubs in Florida to slow the spread of the virus, implementing measures to protect public health and safety.

On April 1, 2020, DeSantis issued the first stay-at-home order for the state of Florida, aiming to limit the movement of people and reduce the transmission of the virus.

On April 4, 2020, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued a statewide stay-at-home order.

On April 18, 2020, DeSantis announced that schools in Florida would remain closed for in-person instruction for the rest of the academic year, prioritizing the safety of students and staff.

The stay-at-home order in Florida expired on May 4, allowing retail services and restaurants to reopen at 25% capacity for Phase One of the reopening efforts.

On June 5, 2020, DeSantis moved the state of Florida to Phase Two of reopening, with certain exceptions due to higher infection rates in specific counties. This marked a significant step in the state's recovery from the pandemic.

On July 11, 2020, Disney World in Florida began its reopening, signifying a major milestone in the state's efforts to revive its tourism industry and economy.

On May 4, 2021, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis suspended all local COVID emergency mandates, giving the state control over pandemic-related restrictions.

On April 23, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill stripping Disney of its special tax status following the company's criticism of the 'Don't Say Gay' law, leading to a clash between the state government and the entertainment industry.

On September 15, 2022, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis escalated his tactic against 'sanctuary destinations' by flying dozens of 'illegal immigrants' to Martha's Vineyard, sparking controversy and debate.

After Hurricane Ian deserted Florida, President Biden arrived in Florida and met with DeSantis and Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott. They held a press conference to report on the status of the cleanup, during which Biden praised DeSantis for his response to the hurricane.

On November 8, 2022, DeSantis secured a landslide victory in the gubernatorial election, obtaining 59.4 percent of the vote. This win solidified his position as the governor of Florida for another term.

Ron DeSantis signed a bill that ended Disney's special status and gave himself control over the board that oversees Disney's theme parks municipal services.

Ron DeSantis requested the state's legislature to end long-standing special privileges granted to Walt Disney World and its associated theme parks, leading to the filing of bills in the Florida House and Senate.

Disney filed a lawsuit against Ron DeSantis, accusing him of retaliating against the company for speaking out against his policies by threatening billions of dollars in business.

On April 27, 2023, Disney filed a lawsuit against Ron DeSantis, alleging that the Florida governor engaged in a political effort to hurt its business, leading to a high-profile legal dispute.

In May 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a restrictive immigration bill and criticized President Biden as Title 42 was set to expire, showcasing his strong stance on immigration policies.

On May 17, 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a flurry of anti-trans bills, including a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, leading to discussions and controversy.

Ron DeSantis declared his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential primary on May 24, 2023.

Mr. DeSantis confirms that Mr. Trump lost in the 2020 election and Mr. Biden is the president, stomping on Mr. Trump's election fraud claims.

On August 12, 2023, Ron DeSantis greeted attendees at an event with Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds at the Iowa State Fair. This event marked an important moment in his presidential campaign and political aspirations.

Ron DeSantis withdrew from the presidential race due to insufficient support, leading to his exit from the competition on Sunday.

On January 21, 2024, Ron DeSantis announced his presidential campaign for the 2024 election, indicating a pivotal moment in his political aspirations.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis suspends his 2024 presidential campaign after a disappointing Iowa performance and endorses former President Donald Trump.

Ron DeSantis ran for election for President of the United States and was set to appear on the ballot for the Republican convention on July 16, 2024.

Ron DeSantis' current term as the Governor of Florida is set to end on January 5, 2027.

Ron DeSantis launched his presidential campaign in 2028, aiming to become the leader of the Republican Party.