Jamese Eifert News Today

The defunct Florida State Defense Force was established during the World War II-era administration of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. It was deactivated in 1947. In recent years, various groups have sought its revival, and got their wish when Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he is seeking $3.5 million from the Legislature to bring it back.

Gov. Ron DeSantis said he is asking the state Legislature for $3.5 million to reactivate the Florida State Defense Force and train some 200 volunteers who would supplement the state’s quick responses during emergencies such as hurricanes.

The defunct Florida State Defense Force was established during the World War II-era administration of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. It was deactivated in 1947. In recent years, various groups have sought its revival, and got their wish when Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he is seeking $3.5 million from the Legislature to bring it back.