Head of Ron DeSantis Super PAC steps down following internal turmoil among the Florida governor's top allies - and after two strategists nearly got into a brawl
1 year, 4 months ago

Head of Ron DeSantis Super PAC steps down following internal turmoil among the Florida governor's top allies - and after two strategists nearly got into a brawl

Daily Mail  

The head of the Never Back Down super PAC that has been pushing Ron DeSantis' presidential candidacy resigned shortly before Thanksgiving in the latest sign of turmoil amid the candidate's poll challenges. Ron DeSantis is focusing on Iowa after receiving the endorsement of evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats 'Why don't you come over here and get it?' Amid the internal struggles, DeSantis is banking heavily on Iowa after the state's evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats gave the Florida governor his endorsement. Trump's campaign ridiculed the endorsement, calling Vander Plaats 'Vander Plaat$' and cited a Reuters report that DeSantis and his allies gave the Family Leader Foundation $95,000 to purchase advertising.

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Will Ron Desantis be Trump's running mate? Donald Trump responds
1 year, 2 months ago

Will Ron Desantis be Trump's running mate? Donald Trump responds

Hindustan Times  

After Ron DeSantis ended his 2024 presidential campaign, former President Donald Trump stated that it is “highly unlikely" Florida Governor will be his 2024 vice presidential pick or even part of his administration. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former US President Donald Trump DeSantis' exit from the presidential race prompted speculation that Trump could pick him as his 2024 running …

Trump celebrates DeSantis’ decision to drop out, ending a bitter feud that defined the 2024 campaign
1 year, 2 months ago

Trump celebrates DeSantis’ decision to drop out, ending a bitter feud that defined the 2024 campaign

Associated Press  

ROCHESTER, N.H. — Donald Trump set aside months of criticism and mockery of Ron DeSantis on Sunday night, celebrating his onetime Republican rival as his newest supporter after the Florida governor ended his presidential campaign and endorsed the former president. Nonetheless, it was notable at Sunday’s rally in New Hampshire to see Trump praise DeSantis without calling him “DeSantimonious” or …

Ron DeSantis ends his struggling presidential bid before New Hampshire, endorses Donald Trump
1 year, 2 months ago

Ron DeSantis ends his struggling presidential bid before New Hampshire, endorses Donald Trump

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, once the leading Republican rival to Donald Trump, ended his election campaign on Sunday and threw his support behind the former president. DeSantis's withdrawal, after months of weakening support, leaves only low-polling Nikki Haley standing between Trump and nomination as the Republican Party's candidate for the US presidential election in November. "It's clear to me …

Ron DeSantis drops out of White House race; endorses Donald Trump despite 'disagreements'
1 year, 2 months ago

Ron DeSantis drops out of White House race; endorses Donald Trump despite 'disagreements'

Hindustan Times  

Washington DC, January 22 : In a major development ahead of the US presidential polls, Florida Governor and GOP leader Ron DeSantis dropped out of the presidential race and endorsed rival and former President Donald Trump, CNN reported. The Florida Governor also endorsed Donald Trump, stating that despite his 'disagreements', the majority of Republican primary voters want to give him …

DeSantis Put Most Of His Chips On Iowa, Now Faces Do-Or-Die Test There
1 year, 2 months ago

DeSantis Put Most Of His Chips On Iowa, Now Faces Do-Or-Die Test There

Huff Post  

Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis leaves after speaking Friday at a Northside Conservatives Club Meeting in Ankeny, Iowa. “I’m sure they’ll try to find a rationale to stay in but I really don’t see what it would be,” said David Kochel, a decadeslong Republican consultant from Iowa who points out that as weak as DeSantis’ position is in Iowa polling, …

Ron DeSantis heads into the Iowa caucuses displaying public confidence and a sense of humor
1 year, 2 months ago

Ron DeSantis heads into the Iowa caucuses displaying public confidence and a sense of humor

Associated Press  

JOHNSTON, Iowa — Laughter rolled through a suburban Des Moines sports bar after someone told Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, accompanied Press Secretary Bryan Griffin, left, drinks some water after speaking at a rally at McDivot’s Indoor Sports Pub in Grimes, Iowa, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. “I’m running on your issues.” Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at a …

DeSantis in Iowa criticizes House Republicans for not making impact or keeping promises
1 year, 2 months ago

DeSantis in Iowa criticizes House Republicans for not making impact or keeping promises

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis criticized House Republicans Wednesday, lamenting to a crowd in southwestern Iowa that he has “not noticed much of a difference” since they edged into the majority after the 2022 midterm elections. and then nothing ends up ever happening.” The snub from …

'Ask Jeb Bush': Former GOP lawmaker breaks news to DeSantis his career is over
1 year, 3 months ago

'Ask Jeb Bush': Former GOP lawmaker breaks news to DeSantis his career is over

Raw Story  

On Saturday morning, former Rep. Dave Jolly laughed when told how far Gov. Ron DeSantis is trailing Donald Trump in the race to be the 2024 Republican party presidential nominee and then noted that DeSantis' career in politics is coming to an ignominious and abrupt end. With the Florida governor ineligible by state law to run for a third term, …

Ron DeSantis Predicts Success In Iowa, Pledges To Replace Obamacare
1 year, 3 months ago

Ron DeSantis Predicts Success In Iowa, Pledges To Replace Obamacare

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Sunday voiced confidence that he would win the upcoming Iowa caucus next month and pledged to offer an alternative health care plan to Obamacare by the spring as he continues to struggle in the polls ahead of the official start of the GOP presidential nomination contest. In a wide-ranging interview with NBC’s …

DeSantis touts completion of 99-county Iowa tour as a measure of his leadership
1 year, 3 months ago

DeSantis touts completion of 99-county Iowa tour as a measure of his leadership

Raw Story  

NEWTON – With a month and a half to go until Iowa caucuses, Florida Gov. “If you like what we’re doing here in Iowa, you’re going to love what Ron DeSantis will do for this country,” Reynolds said Saturday. “She’s endorsing DeSantis and that is one thing that makes it easier, because she’s quite a lady,” Goodyk said, adding that …

Powerful right-wing Christian dumps Trump — and endorses Ron DeSantis for president
1 year, 4 months ago

Powerful right-wing Christian dumps Trump — and endorses Ron DeSantis for president

Raw Story  

As the Iowa caucuses draw near, former President Donald Trump holds a significant lead ahead of other Republican presidential candidates — but Florida Gov. “If you upend the former president here, I think we’re going to offer America a choice,” Vander Plaats said. “Typically, what I hear is that they’re very thankful of President Trump and the administration,” Vander Plaats …

Influential Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats endorses Ron DeSantis
1 year, 4 months ago

Influential Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats endorses Ron DeSantis

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. Bob Vander Plaats, an influential Iowa evangelical leader, endorsed Ron DeSantis for president Tuesday, boosting the Florida governor as he goes all in on the leadoff caucus state in an effort to trip up Republican front-runner Donald Trump. If Trump wins Iowa, he’ll probably go on to be the nominee, …

Ron DeSantis picks up 10 South Carolina endorsements from former backers of Tim Scott’s campaign
1 year, 4 months ago

Ron DeSantis picks up 10 South Carolina endorsements from former backers of Tim Scott’s campaign

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Ron DeSantis has picked up 10 endorsements in South Carolina from former backers of Sen. Tim Scott’s presidential campaign, support the Florida governor is hoping can shore up his strength in the first-in-the-South primary state as the 2024 GOP field continues to consolidate. In a list shared Friday with The Associated Press before its public release, South …

Trump super PAC downplays an Iowa endorsement that hasn’t happened yet
1 year, 4 months ago

Trump super PAC downplays an Iowa endorsement that hasn’t happened yet

Raw Story  

A top Iowa evangelical leader, Bob Vander Plaats, has not yet endorsed a candidate for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, but the super PAC supporting former President Donald Trump is already downplaying the effect of his choice. A pollster for the Make America Great Again PAC asserting this week that Vander Plaats’ influence would not be enough to curb Trump’s …

Time is running out for DeSantis to prove he isn’t just Diet Trump
1 year, 7 months ago

Time is running out for DeSantis to prove he isn’t just Diet Trump

The Telegraph  

Ron DeSantis’s new campaign manager could prove to be the shot in the arm his ailing presidential bid needs. The Florida governor is flailing amid a media narrative that his campaign has failed to inspire the support of enough Republican primary voters ahead of the first public debate on August 23. Donald Trump remains streets ahead in the polls – …

GOP Presidential Nomination Iowa Republicans Top Rivals Primary Rivals Iowa Republicans Caucus US Elections
1 year, 7 months ago

GOP Presidential Nomination Iowa Republicans Top Rivals Primary Rivals Iowa Republicans Caucus US Elections

ABP News  

Donald Trump took to the stage along with his top rivals for the GOP presidential nomination on Friday night and addressed a gathering of Iowa Republicans where none of them mentioned the new federal charges that were filed against former US President Donald Trump earlier. Some of the top contenders for the Republican nomination include the likes of Republican presidential …

Trump still leads the pack in Iowa. But other Republicans are hoping for an opening
1 year, 7 months ago

Trump still leads the pack in Iowa. But other Republicans are hoping for an opening

NPR  

Trump still leads the pack in Iowa. But other Republicans are hoping for an opening Enlarge this image toggle caption Scott Olson/Getty Images Scott Olson/Getty Images The two leading candidates for the Republican presidential nomination will share the same stage for the first time in Iowa Friday at the state party's Lincoln Dinner. Enlarge this image toggle caption Stephen Maturen/Getty …

Ron DeSantis makes a bold move, picks Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds as potential VP candidate defying Trump's attacks
1 year, 8 months ago

Ron DeSantis makes a bold move, picks Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds as potential VP candidate defying Trump's attacks

Hindustan Times  

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is making waves with his recent comments about Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, suggesting that she could be a potential vice presidential pick. His endorsement of Reynolds as a potential vice president is seen as a strategic move to solidify his standing among Iowa voters and showcase his support for influential leaders in the Republican Party. Reynolds' …

DeSantis Slams Trump's 'Totally Out Of Hand' Comments About Iowa Governor
1 year, 8 months ago

DeSantis Slams Trump's 'Totally Out Of Hand' Comments About Iowa Governor

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING ANKENY, Iowa — Florida Gov. Kim Reynolds as a potential running mate, should he win the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, and dismissed former President Donald Trump’s recent complaints about her as “totally out of hand.” “Of course,” DeSantis said when asked whether he would consider the second-term Republican. “I mean, she’s one of the top public servants …

'He’s only losing voters': Iowa evangelicals fear Trump is doomed in 2024
1 year, 8 months ago

'He’s only losing voters': Iowa evangelicals fear Trump is doomed in 2024

Raw Story  

Evangelical Christians in Iowa who backed former President Donald Trump in 2020 are expressing unease about nominating him again in 2024. Semafor reports that a Frank Luntz-led group of Iowa evangelicals this week found cracks in the former president's support despite the fact that polls show him easily beating top rival Florida Gov. One panelist expressed skepticism that the former …

'He thinks he owns Iowa': Trump's attacks have left conservatives fuming in crucial state
1 year, 8 months ago

'He thinks he owns Iowa': Trump's attacks have left conservatives fuming in crucial state

Raw Story  

Former President Donald Trump is alienating conservative voices in Iowa, the first state in the calendar to hold a GOP presidential contest, as the primary season draws nearer, reportedThe New York Times on Tuesday. "He lashed out at Iowa’s popular Republican governor, Kim Reynolds, and then his campaign informed one of the state’s politically influential evangelical leaders, Bob Vander Plaats, …

Florida Gov. DeSantis picks up backing from 15 South Carolina lawmakers as he makes campaign swing
1 year, 9 months ago

Florida Gov. DeSantis picks up backing from 15 South Carolina lawmakers as he makes campaign swing

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Ron DeSantis is rolling out endorsements from 15 South Carolina lawmakers, hoping their support …

DeSantis quiet on Trump indictment as he faces conservatives in Trump country
1 year, 9 months ago

DeSantis quiet on Trump indictment as he faces conservatives in Trump country

Associated Press  

GARDNERVILLE, Nevada — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Saturday condemned Walt Disney World and the U.S. Justice Department — not his chief Republican rival, Donald Trump — as he courted Nevada Republicans deep in the heart of Trump country. DeSantis’ team believes he is especially well-positioned to compete with Trump in Nevada, one of the first four states to host …

While DeSantis hits Trump from the right, the ex-president is looking ahead to the general election
1 year, 9 months ago

While DeSantis hits Trump from the right, the ex-president is looking ahead to the general election

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. He has suggested that even anti-abortion activists consider Florida's new six-week abortion ban “too …

DeSantis plays up his personal side — and swipes at Trump — during campaign blitz across Iowa
1 year, 9 months ago

DeSantis plays up his personal side — and swipes at Trump — during campaign blitz across Iowa

Associated Press  

SALIX, Iowa — Ron DeSantis blitzed through Iowa during his first full day of presidential campaigning on Wednesday, aiming for the kind of personal connections with voters that critics say have long eluded him while stepping up his verbal swipes at former President Donald Trump. “We have to dispense with the culture of losing that we’ve seen throughout the Republican …

‘Ridiculous!’ Florida governor Ron DeSantis slams Trump's COVID lockdown criticisms amid GOP presidential candidate race
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Ridiculous!’ Florida governor Ron DeSantis slams Trump's COVID lockdown criticisms amid GOP presidential candidate race

Hindustan Times  

In an electrifying display of ambition and defiance, Ron DeSantis, the Governor of Florida, has officially launched his bid to become the Republican candidate for the United States presidency. Stepping into the ring alongside prominent figures such as Nikki Haley, Tim Scott, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Asa Hutchinson, DeSantis wasted no time in challenging the former president, Donald Trump, and proclaiming …

Republican DeSantis begins presidential bid in Trump's shadow
1 year, 9 months ago

Republican DeSantis begins presidential bid in Trump's shadow

Raw Story  

Republican governor Ron DeSantis kicked off his 2024 presidential campaign tour in Iowa on Tuesday by pitching himself as the best alternative to Donald Trump. America needs an "energetic" president capable of serving two terms, he said, a reference to the fact that Trump is constitutionally limited to one more four-year stint in office. But he also tried to ingratiate …

DeSantis opens US presidential campaign tour with stops in Iowa
1 year, 9 months ago

DeSantis opens US presidential campaign tour with stops in Iowa

Al Jazeera  

The Florida governor hits the road for a three-state swing, rallying support for the Republican presidential nomination. Ron DeSantis has launched a multi-state campaign blitz in Iowa, where he makes his first campaign tour stops since announcing his candidacy for the 2024 United States presidential race. “He’s got a big hill to climb – and I think everybody would agree …

Republican candidates hope to win in Iowa as they look to topple Trump in 2024
1 year, 9 months ago

Republican candidates hope to win in Iowa as they look to topple Trump in 2024

NPR  

Republican candidates hope to win in Iowa as they look to topple Trump in 2024 Enlarge this image toggle caption Clay Masters/Iowa Public Radio Clay Masters/Iowa Public Radio At the same time Florida Gov. "There's a lot to be thankful for among the GOP voters for policies that Trump helped implement when he was the president," he explained about the …

Ron DeSantis US presidential bid announcement marred by Twitter glitches
1 year, 9 months ago

Ron DeSantis US presidential bid announcement marred by Twitter glitches

Hindustan Times  

Florida governor Ron DeSantis's long-awaited entry into the 2024 presidential campaign descended into a fiasco on Wednesday as the opening of the live Twitter event intended to announce his candidacy was derailed by glitches. Read here: Ron DeSantis launches Presidential bid with Elon Musk : 5 key takeaways DeSantis finally began speaking after almost half an hour of confusion and …

Trump ups competition with DeSantis in planning trip to Iowa
1 year, 10 months ago

Trump ups competition with DeSantis in planning trip to Iowa

Associated Press  

DES MOINES, Iowa — The competition between Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis is intensifying as the former president is scheduling a return trip to Iowa on the same day that the Florida governor was already going to be in the state that will kick off the Republican contest for the White House. A Trump campaign official said Saturday that the …

US presidential election: Donald Trump ups competition with Republican rival DeSantis
1 year, 10 months ago

US presidential election: Donald Trump ups competition with Republican rival DeSantis

Hindustan Times  

The competition between Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis is intensifying as the former president is scheduling a return trip to Iowa on the same day that the Florida governor was already going to be in the state that will kick off the Republican contest for the White House. Ron DeSantis speaking on April 21, 2023, in Oxon Hill, Md., left, …

DeSantis Visits Iowa As Interest In Likely Trump Rival Rises
2 years ago

DeSantis Visits Iowa As Interest In Likely Trump Rival Rises

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING DES MOINES, Iowa — Ahead of a widely expected presidential campaign, Florida Gov. Trump mocked DeSantis’ trip on social media, asking “why would people show up?” And White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre took issue with the Florida governor’s threatening language that criticized young transgender people and their parents. “Parents should be able to send their kids …

US Republican leader Ron DeSantis lays out right-wing platform
2 years ago

US Republican leader Ron DeSantis lays out right-wing platform

Al Jazeera  

Florida governor and likely Trump challenger says US should be more like his right-leaning state in a speech seen as presidential campaign preview. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis — widely seen as a top challenger to former United States President Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential ambitions — has laid out a right-wing vision for the country in a closely watched speech. While …

DeSantis, Trump set to visit Iowa, ramping up 2024 moves
2 years ago

DeSantis, Trump set to visit Iowa, ramping up 2024 moves

Associated Press  

DES MOINES, Iowa — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump are each headed to Iowa in the coming weeks, making their first trips of the year to the leadoff Republican voting state as the 2024 campaign ramps up. Trump’s campaign announced Thursday that the former president would be making an education policy speech in Davenport on March …

In Iowa, potential 2024 GOP Trump challengers quiet for now
2 years, 1 month ago

In Iowa, potential 2024 GOP Trump challengers quiet for now

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Iowa’s campaign landscape is markedly different this year, with a Republican field seemingly frozen …

‘Ron Would Not Become Florida Governor if it Wasn’t for Me’: Trump Calls DeSantis ‘Disloyal’
2 years, 1 month ago

‘Ron Would Not Become Florida Governor if it Wasn’t for Me’: Trump Calls DeSantis ‘Disloyal’

News 18  

Former US president Donald Trump on Sunday criticised Florida governor Ron DeSantis as he began his campaign for 2024 US Presidential Elections. Ron DeSantis, the Florida governor, is being touted as a potential candidate from the Republican Party for the 2024 Presidential Elections. Trump called the Florida governor ‘disloyal’ and said he was trying to ‘rewrite history’, criticising Florida governor’s …

DeSantis advisers are actively preparing 2024 presidential run
2 years, 1 month ago

DeSantis advisers are actively preparing 2024 presidential run

Daily Mail  

Ron DeSantis' advisors are actively preparing for a 2024 presidential run and his team has already identified hires in key primary states, insiders have claimed. Ron DeSantis are actively preparing 2024 run for the White House - and his team has already identified potential hires in primary states The Florida governor is yet to declare his candidacy for the 2024 …

Growing number of Republicans view Trump unfavourably and want new leadership for GOP, poll finds
2 years, 3 months ago

Growing number of Republicans view Trump unfavourably and want new leadership for GOP, poll finds

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Although a full 70 per cent of GOP voters still have a favourable view …

Explained: The US midterm elections and the rivalry between Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis
2 years, 4 months ago

Explained: The US midterm elections and the rivalry between Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis

Firstpost  

The simmering rivalry between Donald Trump and Florida’s Ron DeSantis enters a new, more volatile phase after the Republican party’s underwhelming performance in what was supposed to be a blockbuster election year Washington: Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis have been on a collision course from the start. The difference now, and I say this with all respect for Ron DeSantis, …

Trump takes credit for Ron DeSantis' surge in popularity and doesn't rule him out as a potential VP
2 years, 8 months ago

Trump takes credit for Ron DeSantis' surge in popularity and doesn't rule him out as a potential VP

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump took credit for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' rising popularity before flaunting him as a potential 2024 running mate – even though the former president hasn't yet formally announced that he is running. Donald Trump took credit for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' popularity and didn't rule out adding him to a potential 2024 presidential ticket Trump was asked about …

Conservatives consider switching from Ted Cruz to Marco Rubio after Super Tuesday
9 years ago

Conservatives consider switching from Ted Cruz to Marco Rubio after Super Tuesday

Daily Mail  

Conservative activists who endorsed Ted Cruz are now getting cold feet. The National Review is reporting that members of The GROUP, a rather secret organization that's led by the Family Research Council’s Tony Perkins and the Senate Conservatives Fund’s Ken Cuccinelli, are considering defecting to Rubio if Cruz doesn't have a successful Super Tuesday. Scroll down for video Flip Flop: …

Trump Nabs Endorsement Of A Top Evangelical Leader
9 years, 1 month ago

Trump Nabs Endorsement Of A Top Evangelical Leader

NPR  

Trump Nabs Endorsement Of A Top Evangelical Leader Enlarge this image toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images This post was updated at 10 p.m. ET When Donald Trump spoke at Liberty University last week, the school's president, Jerry Falwell Jr., heaped praised upon him. "I am proud to offer my endorsement of Donald J. Trump for President of …

Ted Cruz Secures Key Evangelical Endorsement In Iowa
9 years, 3 months ago

Ted Cruz Secures Key Evangelical Endorsement In Iowa

Huff Post  

Alex Wong via Getty Images Sen. Ted Cruz's surging presidential campaign got another boost Thursday when an influential Christian conservative endorsed his bid for the GOP nomination. Bob Vander Plaats, president of the Family Leader, a pro-life organization in Iowa, announced he was endorsing Cruz because he "is the most consistent and principled conservative" who could plausibly win both the …

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