For the last six years, Gov. Ron DeSantis has been used to getting his way with the state Legislature, at times slashing the priorities of Republican leaders and calling them back to Tallahassee to pass bills that boost his political profile.

TALLAHASSEE - Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has called for a special legislative session to address immigration issues, hurricane recovery, condominium problems and the ballot initiative process.

Gov. Ron DeSantis calling a special session to work on stopping illegal immigration isn't a surprise. Here's why.