Florida officials targeted the Kilted Mermaid restaurant for hosting a Pride event featuring drag performers. Attorney General James Uthmeier launched an investigation into the event, asserting concerns about children's exposure to sexualized performances. Uthmeier stated that the investigation would seek details regarding surveillance footage and staff present during the event. Vice Mayor Linda Moore defended the Pride event, indicating that all entertainment was age-appropriate and announcing plans for similar events in the future. Uthmeier's investigation cited a Florida statute for document production but did not specify any violations by the restaurant.
Attorney General Uthmeier stated, 'In Florida, we don't sacrifice the innocence of children for the perversions of some demented adults.' His office has opened an investigation into the Kilted Mermaid for hosting a Pride Tea Dance.
Vice Mayor Linda Moore expressed her support for the event, asserting, 'Gay pride is all ages to a certain point in the evening. I've stated this again and again and again.' She plans to host the event again next year.
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