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.
Governor DeSantis Holds A Press Conference In Jacksonville On COVID Mandates https://t.co/Wdpg6cCrDv
— Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) September 7, 2023
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