Andrew Warren, a Democrat who was suspended last week from his dual position as district attorney in Hillsborough County, which includes Tampa, said in a Facebook video and press release Sunday that he plans a “vigorous defense” from his legal team of, but did not give specifics. “I’m not going down without a fight,” Warren said in the video. “I refuse to let this man trample on your freedoms to speak your mind, make your own health care decisions and count your vote.” Warren was suspended Thursday by DeSantis, a Republican seeking re-election in November and a potential 2024 presidential candidate, who cited dereliction of duty and other alleged violations. The governor argued that this is because Warren signed statements with dozens of other attorneys general nationwide pledging not to bring criminal cases against people who seek or provide abortions or gender transition treatments. Florida Governor Ron DeSandis suspended Warren on various charges. AP/Chris O’Meara Warren argued Sunday that the governor was essentially seeking to override the will of Tampa-area voters who elected him in 2016 and 2020.
