Robert B, Hubbell
Disney has sued Ron DeSantis, alleging that the Florida governor has engaged in a campaign of retaliation for its opposition to Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill. The lawsuit is here: Walt Disney Parks and Resorts v. Ron DeSantis. Disney prefaces its lawsuit with the following:
Disney regrets that it has come to this. But having exhausted efforts to seek a resolution, the Company is left with no choice but to file this lawsuit to protect its cast members, guests, and local development partners from a relentless campaign to weaponize government power against Disney in retaliation for expressing a political viewpoint unpopular with certain State officials.
Disney seeks a variety of declaratory relief, mainly invalidating legislative and regulatory actions by Florida. Disney has also requested attorneys fees, which could be significant given that it has “lawyered up,” hiring Wilmer Hale and O’Melveny & Myers (Dan Petrocelli).
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