The legislation proposes sweeping changes to Florida’s libel and defamation law.
It presumes information from anonymous sources to be false and removes protections that allow journalists to shield the identity of sources if they are sued.Earlier this month, DeSantis called for the Legislature to act on what he calls “legacy media defamation practices.”
Kevin Goldberg, a First Amendment specialist with the Freedom Forum, called the bill an “assault on constitutionally protected free speech identified in a number of Supreme Court cases.” “Libel and defamation have never been the go-to place for the little guy,” he said. “Most little guys don’t have the ability to sue. Most little guys don’t have the ability to defend themselves when somebody sues them.”
The proposal limits the definition of a public figure to exclude people whose notoriety arises solely from defending themselves publicly against accusations; granting an interview on a specific topic; public employment other than elected office or appointment by an elected official; or a video, image or statement uploaded on the internet that reaches a broad audience.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to speak to Chicago police officers at Elmhurst eventDeSantis' visit is causing a stir in Chicago's mayoral race, as the Chicago FOP has endorsed Paul Vallas.
Read more »
Gov. Ron DeSantis touts Florida’s law and order in tour of three blue-state citiesFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis, considered a top 2024 Republican presidential contender, is taking a swing at soaring crime in Democrat-run cities
Read more »
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at pro-law enforcement rally on Staten IslandFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis is visiting New York City today, speaking before a pro-law enforcement rally on Staten Island.
Read more »
Protesters gather as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to law enforcement officials in ElmhurstDeSantis touted his record on Monday, but a coalition of progressive groups have been protesting DeSantis' appearance.
Read more »
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to Chicago police officers at Elmhurst eventDeSantis' visit is causing a stir in Chicago's mayoral race, as the Chicago FOP has endorsed Paul Vallas.
Read more »
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis visits Chicago suburb, slams 'woke ideology'Potential Republican presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis whipped up his base in the Chicago suburbs on Monday.
Read more »