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NewsWMNF Tampa Community RadioAugust 25, 2026Hillsborough

Governor DeSantis vetoes $2 million in funding for Friends of Strays

Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed $2 million in state funding previously allocated to the animal shelter organization Friends of Strays. The organization discussed the impact of this funding loss and the broader needs of no-kill shelters during a radio appearance.

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Why It Matters

The removes $2 million in state financial support that was intended for the operations or projects of the Friends of Strays animal shelter.

Key Facts

  • Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed $2 million in funding for the organization Friends of Strays.
  • The funding was intended to support the organization's work as a no-kill animal shelter.
  • Representatives from Friends of Strays appeared on WMNF 88.5 FM's 'The Big Gay Radio Show' to discuss the veto.

Who's Mentioned

personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida who vetoed the funding”organizationWMNF 88.5 FM“Radio station that hosted the discussion”organizationFriends of Strays“Animal shelter affected by the veto”otherThe Big Gay Radio Show“Radio program where the discussion took place”other94“Number of drivers cited in Polk County”personJessica Salmond“Communications and Marketing Director for Friends of Strays”