DeSantis replaces his campaign manager as he resets his faltering 2024 presidential bid
1 year, 4 months ago

DeSantis replaces his campaign manager as he resets his faltering 2024 presidential bid

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is replacing his campaign manager as the Florida governor resets his sluggish presidential campaign. DeSantis is bringing on James Uthmeier, his chief of staff from his state office, to serve as his campaign manager, replacing Generra Peck, who led DeSantis’ reelection campaign last year before jumping into the same role on his presidential bid. “James Uthmeier has been one of Governor DeSantis’ top advisers for years, and he is needed where it matters most: working hand in hand with Generra Peck and the rest of the team to put the governor in the best possible position to win this primary and defeat Joe Biden,” campaign spokesman Andrew Romeo said in a statement. NBC News reported in June that while Uthmeier remained in DeSantis’ government office, he was also working as a political fundraiser for the governor’s presidential campaign.

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'Far from clear' DeSantis will give in to Trump appointment demand: NYT
1 week, 2 days ago

'Far from clear' DeSantis will give in to Trump appointment demand: NYT

Raw Story  

With the appointment of Sen. Marco Rubio to be Donald Trump's secretary of state, one of the two seats representing Florida in the closely divided Senate is open and it is up to Gov. According to a report from the Washington Post, Trump has pushed DeSantis to tap Lara Trump, the incoming president's daughter-in-law, for the seat but the Florida …

'Machiavellian move': Ron DeSantis allies said to worry Trump is trying 'to kneecap him'
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

'Machiavellian move': Ron DeSantis allies said to worry Trump is trying 'to kneecap him'

Raw Story  

Donald Trump is reportedly considering Ron DeSantis to replace Pete Hegseth, if Hegseth drops out of the running to lead the Department of Defense, but some DeSantis allies worry that Trump is actually looking to punish the governor. "POLITICO interviewed 16 Republican lobbyists, elected officials and political consultants tied to both Trump and DeSantis about the possibility of the swap, …

DeSantis’ political future widens as Trump dangles Defense chief job
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

DeSantis’ political future widens as Trump dangles Defense chief job

Politico  

POLITICO interviewed 16 Republican lobbyists, elected officials and political consultants tied to both Trump and DeSantis about the possibility of the swap, many of whom were granted anonymity to talk freely. “This brings him well into the spotlight with Trump and the Trump administration, which, in my opinion, would keep DeSantis as a top three candidate and a top three …

Fetterman could back DeSantis replacing Hegseth if he 'admits he has lifts in his boots'
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Fetterman could back DeSantis replacing Hegseth if he 'admits he has lifts in his boots'

Raw Story  

Sen. John Fetterman said he was open to voting for Gov. Ron DeSantis to be secretary of defense if the Florida governor "finally admits that he has lifts in his boots." Fetterman made the remarks on Wednesday while speaking to CNN's Manu Raju about the possibility that DeSantis could replace former Fox News host Pete Hegseth as President-elect Donald Trump's …

'Vast' number of Trump insiders 'dislike and distrust' his Hegseth backup plan: report
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

'Vast' number of Trump insiders 'dislike and distrust' his Hegseth backup plan: report

Raw Story  

With both multiple outlets reporting that Donald Trump is in serious talks with Gov. According to the Journal, "DeSantis, who served as a Navy lawyer in Iraq and the Guantanamo Bay detention facility, was on an earlier list of potential defense-secretary candidates that transition officials presented to the president. Early Wednesday morning, Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan reported that the …

Trump 2.0: Florida Gov DeSantis in race for defence job as Hegseth faces sexual assault allegation
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Trump 2.0: Florida Gov DeSantis in race for defence job as Hegseth faces sexual assault allegation

Firstpost  

Discussions about a potential replacement are still in the early stages, but Trump has mentioned the name of two-term Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to several people, according to a report President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for the role of defence secretary, potentially replacing current nominee Pete Hegseth, according to The Wall Street Journal. According to …

December 4, 2024 - Presidential transition news
54 years, 11 months ago

December 4, 2024 - Presidential transition news

CNN  

Ron DeSantis speaks in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, in January. Ron DeSantis is interested in serving in Donald Trump’s administration as defense secretary if formally offered the job, two sources close to DeSantis told CNN. Trump’s consideration of DeSantis for Defense Secretary — and the Florida governor’s subsequent interest — marks a stunning pivot in a relationship that soured in …

Trump considers ex-nemesis Secretary of Defense in shock replacement
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Trump considers ex-nemesis Secretary of Defense in shock replacement

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump is reportedly considering an 11th hour move to flip out controversial Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth for friend-turned-rival Ron DeSantis. Those in Trump's inner circle believe Hegseth's continued controversy - he's also dealing with fallout after past comments that women shouldn't hold military combat roles - are hampering the nomination as he tries to win Senate support. …

Trump’s transition was supposed to be a show of force. What happened?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Trump’s transition was supposed to be a show of force. What happened?

Politico  

On Tuesday, Chad Chronister, Trump’s choice for DEA administrator, abruptly withdrew from consideration just days after being announced, saying in a post on X he made the decision “as the gravity of this very important responsibility set in,” without citing a specific reason. Chronister, a county sheriff in Florida, had drawn criticism from some conservatives over his actions during the …

Some Trump allies chafe at potential DeSantis appointment
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Some Trump allies chafe at potential DeSantis appointment

Politico  

During the primary, DeSantis suggested that Trump no longer had the energy to lead the country. He said he “didn’t know what goes into paying hush money to a porn star,” undercut Trump’s false claims he won the 2020 election, and said the “presidency is not a job for someone pushing 80.” And people close to Trump do not forget …

Trump considers DeSantis for Defense secretary as Hegseth appears to falter
3 weeks ago

Trump considers DeSantis for Defense secretary as Hegseth appears to falter

Politico  

Bringing DeSantis into the Trump administration fold could help the governor’s political prospects given that he is term-limited and scheduled to leave office in early 2027 when it was anticipated he could run for president again. DeSantis, like Hegseth, may appeal to Trump’s stated goal of eliminating “woke” military officers from the Defense Department. DeSantis and Trump spoke Tuesday when …

As Trump picks Florida men for top jobs, new political possibilities open up in the Sunshine State
1 month, 1 week ago

As Trump picks Florida men for top jobs, new political possibilities open up in the Sunshine State

Associated Press  

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — As President-elect Donald Trump names picks for his new administration from his private club in Palm Beach and prepares to return to the White House, he’s bringing the Sunshine State with him. I think, you know, given where we are, I think me quarterbacking the Sunshine State is probably how I make the biggest difference.” Other possible …

'More powerful by the minute': Trump reportedly handing gift to old foe with Cabinet picks
1 month, 1 week ago

'More powerful by the minute': Trump reportedly handing gift to old foe with Cabinet picks

Raw Story  

With Donald Trump appointing Rep. Mike Waltz as national security adviser — and possibly appointing Sen. Marco Rubio as secretary of state, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will be tasked with selecting replacements. Ron DeSantis’ obituary following the presidential election is an idiot," Florida GOP consultant Anthony Pedicini told Politico. Jeanette Nuñez, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody, former Florida House Speaker …

Trump just handed ex-rival DeSantis some powerful decisions
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump just handed ex-rival DeSantis some powerful decisions

Politico  

“Everyone who wrote Gov. A veteran GOP Florida operative, similarly granted anonymity to discuss internal dynamics, said Tuesday they would be “shocked” if Uthmeier — who is currently in Italy with DeSantis on a trade mission — didn’t get the post. The House and Senate seats alone are already upending Florida’s future political landscape, as both Waltz and Rubio were …

1 of 2 Democratic prosecutors removed by DeSantis in Florida wins back old job
1 month, 2 weeks ago

1 of 2 Democratic prosecutors removed by DeSantis in Florida wins back old job

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Ron DeSantis removed from office …

Ron DeSantis was hailed as the future of the GOP — and now he’s just another Trump toady
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Ron DeSantis was hailed as the future of the GOP — and now he’s just another Trump toady

Raw Story  

On Nov. 8, 2022, Florida was the first big state where midterm election results started rolling in, confirming what most pundits believed was the story of the night: Democrats were in for a bloodbath. There were a couple helpful puff pieces,, and his wife, Casey, desperately tried to channel Jackie Kennedy down to the bouffant But for the most part, …

Trump, DeSantis bury the hatchet at 'great meeting', discuss fundraising
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump, DeSantis bury the hatchet at 'great meeting', discuss fundraising

India Today  

Former President Donald Trump met privately with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis over the weekend, marking a détente between the former rivals after a brutal Republican primary contest marked by insults and bruised egos, according to three people familiar with the discussion. On Monday, Trump said the two had had “a great meeting yesterday” and that he was “very happy to …

Trump and DeSantis meet to make peace and discuss fundraising for the former president’s campaign
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump and DeSantis meet to make peace and discuss fundraising for the former president’s campaign

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Former President Donald Trump met privately with Florida Gov. On Monday, Trump said the two had had “a great meeting yesterday” and that he was “very happy to have the full and enthusiastic support of Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida.” “The conversation mostly concerned how we would work closely together to MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN. “I greatly …

Trump and DeSantis meet to make peace, discuss fundraising for ex-president’s campaign
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump and DeSantis meet to make peace, discuss fundraising for ex-president’s campaign

LA Times  

This combination of photos shows Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaking on July 17, 2023,, left, and former President Trump speaking June 13, 2023. Ron DeSantis over the weekend, according to three people familiar with the discussion, marking a detente between the former rivals after a brutal primary contest marked by insults and bruised egos. The meeting, which lasted three hours, …

Donald Trump considering DeSantis, Ramaswamy, Noem, Gabbard as VP
10 months ago

Donald Trump considering DeSantis, Ramaswamy, Noem, Gabbard as VP

Daily Mail  

Former President Donald Trump has confirmed that six Republicans are on his shortlist for a potential running mate and vice president at a town hall on Monday. In his first hint at who could be his Vice President if he wins the election in November, Trump's list included two former opponents and an ex-Democrat. Hogan Gidley, a former Trump White …

Floridians wait to see which version of Ron DeSantis returns from the presidential campaign trail
11 months ago

Floridians wait to see which version of Ron DeSantis returns from the presidential campaign trail

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. Ron DeSantis first took office in 2019, he surprised many with actions indicating he’d be a much more moderate leader than anticipated: He corrected a decades-old racial injustice, took the side of medical marijuana supporters over GOP leaders and hired a liberal Democrat for a key state position. “And if …

Why did Ron DeSantis quit the 2024 Republican primary campaign against Donald Trump and Nikki Haley?
11 months ago

Why did Ron DeSantis quit the 2024 Republican primary campaign against Donald Trump and Nikki Haley?

Slate  

For as long as the Ron DeSantis presidential campaign existed, it was a fireworks display of hired hands trying to avoid blame for why irate donors’ hundreds of millions weren’t stopping Donald Trump. Just hours before DeSantis dropped out on Sunday, for example, we learned from NBC News that the latest head of DeSantis’ paper-tiger super PAC, Never Back Down, …

Will Ron Desantis be Trump's running mate? Donald Trump responds
11 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 …

DeSantis drops out of US prez race, endorses Trump who retires ‘DeSanctimonious’
11 months ago

DeSantis drops out of US prez race, endorses Trump who retires ‘DeSanctimonious’

Hindustan Times  

Washington: After coming a distant second in the Iowa caucus, Florida governor Ron DeSantis dropped out of the race to become the Republican nominee for President on Sunday, acknowledging he didn’t have a pathway to the nomination, and endorsed the candidacy of Donald Trump, his patron-turned-rival-turned-leader. Florida Governor and 2024 Republican presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the …

Ron DeSantis drops 2024 bid: What does this mean for Trump, Haley?
11 months ago

Ron DeSantis drops 2024 bid: What does this mean for Trump, Haley?

Firstpost  

It’s all over for Ron DeSantis. “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” - Winston Churchill pic.twitter.com/ECoR8YeiMm — Ron DeSantis January 21, 2024 “It’s clear to me that a majority of Republican primary voters want to give Donald Trump another chance,” DeSantis said in the straight-to-camera video, delivered in a cheerful …

US Presidential Polls: Ron DeSantis Withdraws From Republican Primary, Endorses Trump's Nomination
11 months ago

US Presidential Polls: Ron DeSantis Withdraws From Republican Primary, Endorses Trump's Nomination

ABP News  

Washington, Jan 22 Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced that he is withdrawing from the Republican party’s presidential primary race and endorsing former US president Donald Trump as the party’s nominee. “With only a few days left until president Donald J Trump’s victory in New Hampshire, we are honoured by the endorsement from Governor Ron DeSantis and so many other …

Trump celebrates DeSantis' decision to drop out, ending a bitter feud that defined the 2024 campaign
11 months ago

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

Hindustan Times  

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 …

Trump celebrates DeSantis’ decision to drop out, ending a bitter feud that defined the 2024 campaign
11 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
11 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 ends the most humiliating presidential run in history with one final disgrace
11 months ago

Ron DeSantis ends the most humiliating presidential run in history with one final disgrace

Salon  

Who would ever have guessed that the latest Republican Great Whitebread Hope would crash and burn even before the New Hampshire primary? We need your help to stay independent Subscribe today to support Salon's progressive journalism After his big re-election win in 2022, an anomaly in that otherwise disappointing year for Republicans, he was briefly seen as a rare political …

Ron DeSantis drops out of White House race; endorses Donald Trump despite 'disagreements'
11 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 …

It's Donald Trump vs Nikki Haley now as Ron DeSantis ends presidential bid
11 months ago

It's Donald Trump vs Nikki Haley now as Ron DeSantis ends presidential bid

Hindustan Times  

Another one bites the dust. Florida Governor and 2024 Republican presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the US presidential campaign and endorsed former US president Donald Trump, DeSantis announced in a video posted to his X account on January 21, 2024. “It's clear to me that a majority of Republican primary voters want to give Donald Trump another …

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

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

The Hindu  

Ron DeSantis suspended his Republican presidential campaign Sunday on the eve of the New Hampshire primary, ending a White House bid that failed to meet expectations that he would emerge as a serious challenger to former President Donald Trump. - Winston Churchill pic.twitter.com/ECoR8YeiMm — Ron DeSantis January 21, 2024 The ambitious big-state Governor entered the 2024 presidential contest with major …

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Drops Out Of Presidential Race
11 months ago

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Drops Out Of Presidential Race

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Florida Gov. “Nobody worked harder and we left it all out on the field,” DeSantis said in a video posted on X, formerly Twitter, before going on to say, “If there was anything I could do to produce a favorable outcome ― more campaign stops, more interviews ― I would do it.” “But I can’t ask our …

DeSantis drops out of presidential race, leaving Trump and Haley to face off in New Hampshire
11 months ago

DeSantis drops out of presidential race, leaving Trump and Haley to face off in New Hampshire

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, N.H. — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended his Republican presidential campaign on Sunday, ending his 2024 White House bid just before the New Hampshire primary while endorsing his bitter rival Donald Trump. “It’s clear to me that a majority of Republican primary voters want to give Donald Trump another chance,” DeSantis said in the straight-to-camera video, delivered in a …

Ron DeSantis suspends 2024 presidential campaign — endorses Trump
11 months ago

Ron DeSantis suspends 2024 presidential campaign — endorses Trump

Raw Story  

Ron DeSantis announced that he is suspending his 2024 presidential campaign. Going into New Hampshire, DeSantis was running a distant third place in the Granite State, and scoring such low numbers that it gave his presidential campaign little momentum heading into upcoming primary and caucus contests such as Nevada and South Carolina. In a tweet announcing he was quitting, DeSantis …

Ron DeSantis ends presidential bid days before New Hampshire primary, endorses Trump
11 months ago

Ron DeSantis ends presidential bid days before New Hampshire primary, endorses Trump

LA Times  

Ron DeSantis, shown last February, said in a video posted Sunday that “a majority of Republican primary voters want to give Donald Trump another chance.” Florida Gov. He endorsed Trump, saying in a video posted to social media that it was now clear that “a majority of Republican primary voters want to give Donald Trump another chance.” DeSantis said he …

Ron DeSantis drops out of US presidential race, endorses Trump
11 months ago

Ron DeSantis drops out of US presidential race, endorses Trump

Al Jazeera  

DeSantis struggled to connect with voters on a personal level and lost heavily in the Iowa caucuses. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has ended his Republican United States presidential campaign just before the New Hampshire primary and endorsed Donald Trump, after failing to emerge as a serious challenger for the White House against the 77-year-old former president. DeSantis’s decision comes less …

Opinion: Ron DeSantis found his groove way too late
11 months ago

Opinion: Ron DeSantis found his groove way too late

LA Times  

There was a moment when Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis seemed like the Republican Party’s best bet to move on from Donald Trump. During a CNN-produced town hall event Tuesday, DeSantis said, “If Donald Trump is the nominee, the election will revolve around all these legal issues, his trials, perhaps convictions if he goes to trials and loses there, and about …

New Hampshire primary: Ron DeSantis' bold new strategy is for Trump to win. Wait, what?
54 years, 11 months ago

New Hampshire primary: Ron DeSantis' bold new strategy is for Trump to win. Wait, what?

Slate  

Ron DeSantis did just well enough in Iowa to keep his presidential campaign going, the poor guy. Whereas a distant third-place finish could’ve sent him packing to Florida, his distant second-place finish gives him an excuse to keep running on fumes through South Carolina. So by our calculations … Ron DeSantis’ plan to wrest the nomination from Donald Trump is …

Ron DeSantis suspends his presidential campaign. Where did he go wrong?
11 months, 1 week ago

Ron DeSantis suspends his presidential campaign. Where did he go wrong?

Slate  

Update, Jan. 21 at 3:25 p.m. Allegedly, it’s more leaderlike to appear “above the fray” early in a race and to avoid alienating voters who claim to be put off by negativity or who might not like your take on a “wedge issue.” Joining a campaign too early makes you appear more concerned about your own career than the everyday …

'DeSantis is dead after tonight': campaign expert predicts post-Iowa Caucus withdrawal
11 months, 1 week ago

'DeSantis is dead after tonight': campaign expert predicts post-Iowa Caucus withdrawal

Raw Story  

Campaign experts are predicting that Gov. David Plouffe, campaign manager for former President Barack Obama, and Michael Steele, a former Republican Party chair, both appeared on MSNBC to foretell the end of the Florida Republican's race. Plouffe believes the Republicans will leave Monday's caucus with two frontrunner candidates — former President Donald Trump and former South Carolina Gov. But Steele …

DeSantis targets New York, California and Biden in his Florida State of the State address
11 months, 2 weeks ago

DeSantis targets New York, California and Biden in his Florida State of the State address

Associated Press  

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Republican Florida Gov. “Cities throughout the land have decayed.” He said residents in San Francisco, Chicago and New York have struggled with crime, homelessness and bloated government spending that’s driving people away. “We refuse to sit idly by while Biden’s border crisis ruins lives across the nation,” DeSantis said. “Since President Biden won’t stop the flow of …

‘What a farce’: DeSantis faces ire for threatening to kick Biden off from Florida ballot
11 months, 2 weeks ago

‘What a farce’: DeSantis faces ire for threatening to kick Biden off from Florida ballot

Hindustan Times  

GOP presidential candidate and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis faced backlash on social media for stating that he's looking at ways to keep President Joe Biden off the 2024 ballot due to the "invasion of 8 million" at the southern border. ‘This is going to be a tit for tat’, says DeSantis In a video shared on X by a handle …

A timeline of Donald Trump’s rivalry with Ron DeSantis
1 year ago

A timeline of Donald Trump’s rivalry with Ron DeSantis

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 Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Particularly when you have a virus that disproportionately …

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

Haley and DeSantis are relying more on outside campaign groups with time running out to stop Trump
1 year ago

Haley and DeSantis are relying more on outside campaign groups with time running out to stop Trump

Associated Press  

DES MOINES, Iowa — Florida Gov. Struggling to energize his campaign, DeSantis this week privately encouraged his donor network to support a newly formed super PAC that’s taking over advertising responsibilities. In the memo to donors this week, DeSantis’ campaign manager James Uthmeier promoted both Never Back Down and a new pro-DeSantis super PAC, Fight Right, noting that 100% of …

‘A brilliant move’: How the Newsom-DeSantis debate offers major upsides for the governors
1 year ago

‘A brilliant move’: How the Newsom-DeSantis debate offers major upsides for the governors

LA Times  

Los Angeles Times reporter Taryn Luna and Tampa Bay Times reporter Emily Mahoney sat down to discuss the surprising similarities between California Gov. “It’s kind of a brilliant move on both Newsom and DeSantis’ part.” The long-awaited showdown on Fox News gives DeSantis, the governor of Florida, an opportunity to lift his fading presidential campaign. “In a worst case scenario, …

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

Donald Trump’s strength is clear in Florida as Gov. Ron DeSantis tries to move past ‘nonsense’
1 year, 1 month ago

Donald Trump’s strength is clear in Florida as Gov. Ron DeSantis tries to move past ‘nonsense’

Associated Press  

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — A booth at the Florida Republican Party’s Freedom Summit made swift business of Donald Trump merchandise on Saturday, selling everything from socks to bathtub rubber ducks that paid tribute to the former president. “We’re going to win the Florida primary for the third straight time, and we’re going to win the state by a landslide next November,” …

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