Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21), released the following statement in response to Governor DeSantis’ announcement that he would be creating a fully-staffed statewide law enforcement office devoted to election crimes. DeSantis also threatened to crack down further on voting rights in Florida, including advising the State Legislature to get rid of drop boxes, and increase the penalty for violating new restrictions on collecting mail-in ballots.

“It’s crazy to me that our Governor is so set on scoring political points, that he is willing to manufacture a crisis about voter fraud that simply doesn’t exist,” said Rep. Frankel. “Voting is a cornerstone of our democracy, and it is our job as elected officials to protect it. That means ensuring that every eligible voter can make their voice heard, not making it harder for people to access the ballot box.”

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