Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has emerged as a key Republican contender for the presidential election in 2024. As per reports, two top Florida legislators, Senate President Wilton Simpson and House Speaker Chris Sprowls, have recently endorsed DeSantis for the presidential run ahead of his potential campaign announcement, which is expected soon. The endorsement comes as a super PAC supporting the governor has started promoting support from legislators in early states like Iowa and New Hampshire. Even though DeSantis took a hit in his momentum after losing support from Donald Trump, he still tops the poll charts among other potential presidential candidates.
DeSantis has already taken steps to indicate a run by visiting Iowa last weekend. His press secretary has also resigned from the job to join DeSantis’ possible campaign. Furthermore, the recent endorsement from Simpson and Sprowls has further strengthened DeSantis’ position as a possible Republican presidential contender. However, the super PAC promoting Governor DeSantis is facing criticism from Democrats for passing legislation in Florida, including banning abortions, concealing carry permits, gender-affirming care for minors, and overhauling the higher education system.
William Osborne, a New Hampshire State Representative and a Republican, has endorsed DeSantis. Despite polls suggesting that Trump has gained more support than DeSantis in New Hampshire, Osborne has backed his leadership qualities and his drive, energy, and record of success. DeSantis seems determined to make headway in gaining support from New Hampshire voters as they are key swing voters. He said that the voters in the state have inspired him with their unwavering support for liberty.
Meanwhile, former Texas Governor Rick Perry has hinted at running for the presidency in 2024. Despite not winning any elections since 2010 and failing twice in presidential campaigns in 2012 and 2016, Perry is hopeful about this time. Comparisons have been made between Perry’s political career and that of DeSantis. Both men accentuate their respective Sunbelt States as job magnets achieved through conservative governing principles, and both are preferred by Republican elites eager to derail front-runners.
However, DeSantis seems to perform much better than Perry in the race for the Republican nomination for the presidency in 2024. Perry first ran for the presidency at the age of 61 compared to DeSantis, who is currently 44 years old. Moreover, recent polls suggest that DeSantis enjoys more popularity than Perry does among Republican voters.
In conclusion, it is evident that Governor Ron DeSantis has emerged as a key Republican contender for the 2024 presidential election and could give a tough competition to other Republican candidates. With the endorsement of two top Florida legislators and support from Republican elites and legislators in important early states, DeSantis has already created a buzz about his potential presidential campaign announcement that is expected soon. However, as the polls are just starting to come in, it is still not clear who will lead the race for the Republican nomination for the presidency in 2024.
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