Florida GOP Candidate James Fishback Demands Apology From Bob Iger After Disney Trespass Ban

Overview

• James Fishback released an open letter on January 1 demanding a personal meeting and formal apology from Disney CEO Bob Iger after being escorted off property in late December.
• Disney issued Fishback a trespass warning for attempting an unsanctioned political meet-and-greet, a ban that applies to Disney-owned locations in Florida.
• Coverage now places the incident at Disney Springs, with earlier accounts referencing a resort location.
• Fishback framed the removal as viewpoint discrimination and warned of “hell to pay” in his letter, using the episode as campaign messaging in the 2026 governor’s race.
• Legal experts cited in reports note Disney’s guest policies prohibit solicitation and rallies and say the company appears on firm ground as a private property owner; Disney has not issued a formal response.