BREAKING: Federal judge denies Soros-backed state attorney Andrew Warren’s request to be reinstated after being suspended by Governor Ron DeSantis

DeSantis said Warren had “put himself publicly above the law” by signing letters saying he would not enforce laws prohibiting gender-affirming care for minors or laws limiting abortion.

Under a clause in the state Constitution, DeSantis suspended Warren, effectively firing him.

“Our government is a government of laws, not a government of men,” DeSantis said.

BREAKING: Federal judge denies Soros-backed state attorney Andrew Warren’s request to be reinstated after being suspended by Governor Ron DeSantis for refusing to enforce laws passed by the FL state legislature.

Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended Warren over abortion ban, gender-affirming care

Ousted Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren isn’t returning to his post — at least not yet.

The judge also worried granting the injunction could be disruptive — potentially fluctuating Warren back in and out of office during appeals.

Instead, Hinkle wanted a trial as soon as possible for a more definitive answer.

“The judge was very clear. He wants to get this right once and for all,” Warren said. “We look forward to a trial where the governor can come in and explain his decision and explain to the court why he thinks what he did was in compliance with federal law and state law.”