The NAACP issued a travel advisory in May that called Florida “openly hostile for African Americans, people of color, and LGBTQ individuals.” 2024 Republican presidential candidate and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis responded to the warning in a sit-down interview with CBS Evening News anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell.
Julia Hopkins is a news writer for The Pike Street Press, covering politics, health and business. She's also a mom who loves to travel and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.