Disney Appeals Judge's Dismissal of Free Speech Lawsuit Against DeSantis

The appeal follows a federal judge's ruling that Disney lacked standing in its lawsuit over the governance of Walt Disney World's district.

Disney appeals a federal judge's dismissal of its free speech lawsuit, challenging Governor Ron DeSantis' takeover of Walt Disney World's governing district.
Governor DeSantis urges Disney to 'move on' and suggests the dispute should be resolved politically rather than through litigation.
The lawsuit centers on allegations that DeSantis retaliated against Disney for opposing Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' law by appointing his allies to the district's board.
Experts are divided on the appeal's potential success, with some viewing the case as a significant free speech issue and others as a political dispute.
Disney also seeks a six-month pause in a related state court lawsuit, citing difficulties in obtaining documents and deposing the new district administrator.