FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) - The Florida Department of Transportation painted over rainbow crosswalks in Delray Beach and Key West early Tuesday, escalating a growing conflict over the state’s order to remove Pride-themed street markings.

In Delray Beach, FDOT officials acted before dawn to erase the city’s Pride Intersection, less than 12 hours after issuing an order directing the city to remove the crosswalk, city officials said.

City leaders said the move denied them the opportunity to review the directive and respond as an elected government body.

“FDOT disregarded the City’s good-faith efforts to follow established procedures,” city officials said in a statement. “While FDOT’s action cannot be undone, Delray Beach remains steadfast in its commitment to unity, respect, and the fun

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