Disney Leverages First Amendment Case in Lawsuit Against Florida Governor

Disney is leveraging a recent First Amendment case ruling in favor of suspended Florida prosecutor Andrew Warren to bolster its own lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
Warren's case against DeSantis, which was revived by the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, alleges that DeSantis violated his First Amendment rights by suspending him for expressing his personal stance against various laws promoted by the governor.
Disney's lawsuit against DeSantis alleges that the governor violated the company's free speech rights in retaliation for Disney opposing the state's new 'Don't Say Gay' law.
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD), currently under DeSantis' control, has responded to Disney's claims, arguing that Disney's case revolves around laws enacted by the Florida Legislature and approved by both political branches, not actions taken by the governor.
Disney's lawsuit also includes the CFTOD, which was formerly the Reedy Creek board, renamed and reappointed with DeSantis allies.