Title: Florida Governor DeSantis Calls for Review of State Board of Administration’s Holdings with AB InBev
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In a recent development, Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has requested the State Board of Administration (SBA) to conduct a thorough review of its holdings with AB InBev, the parent company of Bud Light. The governor expressed concerns that AB InBev may have compromised its legal duties to its shareholders by aligning itself with what he referred to as “radical social ideologies.”
Governor DeSantis articulated his worries about Bud Light’s controversial partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney, pointing to a decline in sales as evidence of potential “financial harm” to the SBA and other shareholders. He urged the SBA to prioritize its fiduciary responsibilities by prudently managing the funds of hardworking law enforcement officers, teachers, firefighters, and first responders, rather than supporting what he called an “ideological agenda through woke virtue signaling.”
The Florida SBA is responsible for providing various investment services to state and local government entities, including the management of the Florida Retirement System Pension Plan (FRSPP). Boasting one of the largest public retirement plans in the United States, the FRSPP is of utmost importance in ensuring the financial security of Florida’s retirees.
This is not the first time Governor DeSantis has addressed his concerns regarding Bud Light’s association with controversial ideologies. Back in April, he released a spoof advertisement targeting the brand’s collaboration with Mulvaney. The ad humorously recognized men who transitioned from the men’s division to the women’s division in sports, satirically highlighting what the governor viewed as an unfair advantage.
The review requested by Governor DeSantis reflects his commitment to safeguarding the financial interests of Florida’s citizens and ensuring that their hard-earned funds are tactfully invested. The outcome of this review could potentially impact the investment decisions made by the SBA in the future.
As of now, AB InBev has not responded to Governor DeSantis’ letter. It remains to be seen how the SBA will proceed with the requested review and if any actions will be taken based on its findings. The public will be closely watching as this story develops further.
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