Disney Files Counterclaims Against DeSantis' Tourism Board Seeking Damages For Alleged Contract Breaches
- Disney filed countersuits against the board appointed by DeSantis to oversee Disney World's district, alleging constitutional violations and contract breaches.
- Disney seeks damages from the board for allegedly violating prior agreements giving Disney control over lands surrounding its theme parks.
- The legal dispute stems from Disney's opposition to Florida's "Don't Say Gay" law, which resulted in DeSantis dissolving Disney's special self-governing status.
- DeSantis has since tried to back away from the feud after Disney filed a federal lawsuit accusing him of unconstitutional retaliation.
- Disney continues to pursue damages in state court despite DeSantis claiming Florida has "moved on" in hopes of ending the dispute.