Disney struck a second secret agreement to mess up DeSantis’ power grab on the company, official says

Thu, 04/20/2023 - 08:02

Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis is again going after Walt Disney World, after the company launched a stealth power play.
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The board appointed by Ron DeSantis to oversee Disney said the company struck a secret agreement.
A member of the board said Disney agreed a last-minute deal to set its own utilities rate.
DeSantis has waged a campaign against Disney over its criticism of his "Don't Say Gay" bill.

The board appointed by Ron DeSantis to oversee Disney said the company struck a second secret deal to sidestep the Florida governor's bid to strip it of some of its privileges.