Judge dismisses suspended Florida sheriff’s lawsuit

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Florida sheriff who Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended and accused of failing to prevent the Parkland school shooting.
A Broward County circuit judge dismissed the suit Thursday, ruling DeSantis’ executive order removing Scott Israel from his position as Broward County sheriff was consistent with the Florida Constitution.
DeSantis suspended Israel in January, saying it was for neglect of duty and incompetence.
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