GOP lawmaker leading Florida legislature's effort to rein in Disney was a company stock-holder until the DeSantis feud

Fri, 04/21/2023 - 16:55

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is working to claw back power from Walt Disney World, with help from the Florida legislature including Republican state Sen. Blaise Ingoglia (R).
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DeSantis began retaliating against Disney World this week, including with allies in the legislature.
One key ally, Sen. Blaise Ingoglia, previously held Disney stock but said he sold on principle.
A top Democrat, Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book, also has Disney shares.

A key Florida lawmaker helping Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis claw back control of Walt Disney World's special tax district was once a Walt Disney Company investor, annual disclosures show.