‘Petty, retaliatory’: One South Florida lawmaker punished, another promoted in wake of state immigration bill fight

As power struggle between Gov. Ron DeSantis and Republican legislative leaders continues, state Rep. Mike Caruso was removed as a Florida House committee chair after running afoul of the House speaker. State Rep. Chip LaMarca was appointed to replace him.

Originally Published: February 4, 2025 at 3:48 PM EST