Governor Ron DeSantis rescinded a proposal for developing golf courses and hotels in protected Florida state parks after facing backlash from both the public and his party.
DeSantis remarked that the plan, referred to as the 'Great Outdoors Initiative,' was not approved by him, indicating it lacked his endorsement or prior knowledge.
Amid widespread protests, including demonstrations at targeted parks, DeSantis criticized the plan as 'half baked' and suggested that it was improperly leaked.
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's initiative aimed to build on pristine areas, such as Jonathan Dickinson State Park and Anastasia State Park, which are cherished for their natural beauty.
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