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Governor DeSantis accepts resignation of Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie
Governor Ron DeSantis has accepted the resignation of Kevin Guthrie, the director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management. This departure follows the state's recent gubernatorial primary and is expected to trigger a leadership transition within the agency.
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The is responsible for coordinating the state's response to natural disasters and emergencies, and the departure of its director marks a significant change in leadership for this critical agency.
Key Facts
- Governor Ron DeSantis has accepted the resignation of Kevin Guthrie.
- Kevin Guthrie served as the Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management.
- The resignation follows the results of the Florida gubernatorial primary.
- The agency is currently undergoing a leadership shift.
Who's Mentioned
organizationFlorida Division of Emergency Management“State agency responsible for disaster response”personJay Collins“Lt. Governor and gubernatorial candidate”organizationFlorida Department of Transportation“State agency previously led by Jared Perdue”personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida who accepted the resignation”personKevin Guthrie“Former Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management”personJared Perdue“Florida Transportation Secretary and new Emergency Management Director”