Seeking to elevate his stock with his Republican base for his presumptive presidential candidacy, Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida this year has checked off many boxes on a far-right wish list of laws restricting abortion rights, gender-transition care for minors and teaching about sexual orientation.
Expanding capital punishment and who can carry a concealed firearm in his state? Check. Targeting Disney? Check. And he could soon remove a requirement that he resign as governor to run for president.
The frenzy of bill-signings and a culture-war agenda laid the groundwork for the candidacy of Mr. DeSantis, who is seeking to position himself as a viable alternative to former President Donald J.
Trump, the G.O.P.’s front-runner and a onetime ally. Here are the bills Mr. DeSantis has signed this year: Six-week abortion ban In April, Mr.