Ron DeSantis takes control of Disney’s governing district after ‘don’t say gay’ row

Move comes after Florida governor lashed out at theme park’s protest of law restricting sexual orientation discussion in schools

Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, signed a bill on Monday that gives him control of Walt Disney World’s self-governing district, punishing the company over its opposition to a state law that restricts sexual orientation and gender identity discussions in schools.

“The corporate kingdom finally comes to an end,” DeSantis said during a press event at Lake Buena Vista near Orlando. “There’s a new sheriff in town, and accountability will be the order of the day.”