MIAMI, Fla. - Governor Ron DeSantis joined state leaders at Miami’s Freedom Tower on Thursday for a solemn day of remembrance. They honored the millions who suffered under communist regimes around the world.

What we know:

The ceremony began with the Pledge of Allegiance including more than 250 Miami-Dade County public school students. Inside the historic Freedom Tower, the "living symbol of hope," the audience was reminded that generations of immigrants once walked through its doors.

As they entered, they sought freedom and opportunity after fleeing oppression. Many arrived with only empty suitcases and the clothes on their backs. Most everything had been taken from them by communist governments.

What they're saying:

The governor paid tribute to exiles and "freedom fighters" from Cu

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