Rockwell’s comments went viral on social media, with some, such as the Alachua County Republican Party, calling for her to resign. Gov. Ron DeSantis declared Friday to be Hulk Hogan Day in Florida and ordered flags be flown at half-staff to honor of the wrestling icon.

Tim Marden, the chair of the Alachua County Republican Party, has called on SBAC Chair Sarah Rockwell to resign over her comments about Hulk Hogan.

Alachua County School Board member Sarah Rockwell is facing criticism for a Facebook post regarding Hulk Hogan's reported death. Her comment, deemed insensitive, sparked outrage and accusations of poor judgment.