Michael Caruso, a former Republican legislator and ally of Governor Ron DeSantis, has been arrested in Florida on charges of child sexual abuse, despite being a vocal proponent of the death penalty for such crimes.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stated that former ally Michael Caruso faces a 'world of hurt' after being charged with child sex abuse, referencing the state's death penalty law.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has suspended Michael Caruso, a former close ally and senior civic official in Palm Beach County, following his arrest on felony child sexual abuse charges.