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The Untold Story of Disney's Corruption and Legal Troubles in Florida
For over five decades, Disney effectively operated a private government within the state of Florida, wielding powers granted by the Florida legislature and voters back in the 1960s. This unique arrangement, which granted Disney control over a vast territory known as the REI Creek Improvement District—later renamed—became a source of controversy and scandal that would eventually lead to a complete overhaul of the district's governance. Recent revelations, including an exhaustive audit, have cast light on decades of corruption, cronyism, and illegal practices involving Disney and its associated entities.