Carlos Guillermo Smith
Coverage of Carlos Guillermo Smith in the Nexus archive.
- Florida board votes to ban illegal immigrants from public college admissions
Florida's State Board of Education voted 6-1 to ban illegal immigrants from public colleges and adult education programs, citing state statutes. The policy faced opposition from some members and critics, including student Virginia Bolton and state Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith, who argued it violates Florida law and the constitution. Governor Ron DeSantis supported the move, stating illegal immigrants should not access taxpayer-funded education.
- It’s been 10 years since ‘unimaginable tragedy,’ the Pulse nightclub shooting
The article marks the 10th anniversary of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, where a gunman pledged to ISIS killed 49 people during a Latin night. Current discussions include state actions affecting LGBTQ+ spaces, such as removing Pride colors at the memorial site, and plans for a permanent memorial. Political figures like State Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith and Gov. Ron DeSantis have acknowledged the tragedy and its ongoing impact.