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Florida's move to end vaccine mandates sparks political and medical clash

By Jim DeFede

Updated on: September 7, 2025 / 10:54 AM EDT / CBS Miami

Florida vaccine mandates under fire: DeSantis plan sparks fallout and debate

In this episode of Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede explores the fallout from this week's announcement by Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo that Florida will eliminate vaccine mandates.

Guests:

Dr. Scott Rivkees/Former Florida Surgeon General
State Sen. Tina Polsky (D) Broward and Palm Beach counties

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Jim DeFede

Jim DeFede joined CBS4 News in January 2006 and serves as an investigative reporter for the station, as well as host of its Sunday morning public affairs program "Facing South Florida."