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WATCH: Gov. DeSantis addresses state’s stance on COVID-19 mandates

Gov. Ron DeSantis FILE PHOTO: Gov. Ron DeSantis (WFTV.com News Staff)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — At a news conference in Duval County Thursday morning, Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed the topic of COVID-19 mandates.

DeSantis was joined by Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo.

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The governor made it clear that the state would not allow future COVID-19 mandates to be imposed at schools, in the workforce, or at businesses.

Culhane’s Irish Pub and Restaurant Southside in Jacksonville was the backdrop for DeSantis’ event.

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You can watch the full press conference below.

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