Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is making headlines after pledging to veto a contentious immigration bill that recently cleared the state legislature. This bold move comes amidst a heated clash with fellow Republicans, who have openly challenged his leadership.

The bill, passed during a special session, aimed to ramp up immigration enforcement in the state. It included measures like allocating over $500 million to local agencies for enforcement, hiking penalties for undocumented immigrants, and establishing a new state office to oversee these efforts. However, DeSantis argues the bill doesn’t go far enough and accused lawmakers of playing political games instead of addressing pressing issues.

In a fiery speech in Fort Myers, DeSantis called out what he described as “treachery” within his party, urging constituents to hold their representatives accountable. “When the people are animated on an issue, these representatives will listen,” he said.

The drama has exposed a growing rift between DeSantis and new Republican leaders in the legislature, including House Speaker Daniel Perez and Senate President Ben Albritton. Both have positioned themselves as stronger allies of former President Donald Trump, adding another layer to the tension.

While lawmakers have yet to formally send the bill to DeSantis for his signature, the governor’s veto threat is unlikely to be overridden. Several Republicans and all Democrats voted against the bill earlier this week, signaling a lack of unified support.

This standoff marks a new chapter in Florida politics, as DeSantis gears up for the final stretch of his term. Will this clash reshape the state’s political landscape? Only time will tell.