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

Jim DeFede

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

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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