TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Democrats stated Tuesday that Gov. Ron DeSantis just isn’t giving voters a transparent reply on abortion.
During a St. Petersburg news convention, a handful of Democrats referred to as for the Republican chief to obviously say whether or not he would assist additional restrictions past the brand new 15-week ban if he’s elected to a second time period.
Members stated it was “a life and death issue.”
“We have an election that’s developing,” Rep. Michele Rayner, D-St. Petersburg, said. “He must be clear with of us. He must be clear with the individuals of Florida and allow them to know what his plans are. But, that is what he does. He would not let of us know. He hides the ball. He dodges questions. He deflects.”
The questions come after DeSantis hinted at the possibility in a statement last month following the overturn of Roe v. Wade.
“Florida will proceed to defend its recently-enacted pro-life reforms in opposition to state court docket challenges, will work to develop pro-life protections, and can stand for life by selling adoption, foster care, and youngster welfare,” DeSantis stated in a Twitter post.
By correctly deciphering the Constitution, the Supreme Court has answered the prayers of tens of millions upon tens of millions of Americans. pic.twitter.com/CsPFpNnUPk
— Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) June 24, 2022
DeSantis’ communications workplace did not go any additional in an e-mail.
Press Secretary Christina Pushaw stated the workplace did not have something so as to add to the governor’s prior assertion however added, “we will continue to defend HB 5, and the fight to protect life is far from over.”
There’s a lot hypothesis additional restrictions will come up throughout the subsequent lawmaking session.
Rep. Webster Barnaby, R-Orange City, is already promising a invoice banning abortion outright. Its success could hinge on assist from the GOP majority’s new management in each chambers.
Incoming Senate President Kathleen Passidomo, R-Naples, is amongst them. Her communications officers stated she was too busy for an interview Tuesday. However, the Republican has campaigned in assist of abortion restrictions prior to now.
“As a devout Catholic, I am committed to protecting the sanctity of life,” she stated in a 2016 political ad.
The ongoing authorized battle over HB 5’s constitutionality is also an element. Lawmakers and the governor may wait to see if the state courts strike down the brand new regulation as a violation of Florida privateness protections earlier than shifting ahead.
And there isn’t any clear indication of when the 2 authorized challenges will resolve.
The First District Court of Appeals not too long ago rejected an try and fast-track one of many circumstances to the state supreme court docket.