After Laying Low For Years, DeSantis Launches Himself Back Into The Fray And Trump’s Arms
After Laying Low For Years, DeSantis Launches Himself Back Into The Fray And Trump’s Arms
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After lying relatively low for years, Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is going out with a bang while helping to boost President Trump’s domestic agenda.
DeSantis, whose term ends in January 2027, became a conservative household name during the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to his spats with public health officials, his stance on the vaccine, and his more laissez-faire style of governing, as other blue states were locking down and following the gospel of Dr. Anthony Fauci. (RELATED: Democrats Are So Mad About Ron DeSantis‘ Redistricting Play, They’re Blowing Bullhorns Over It)
However, DeSantis’s star burned out fast after a failed presidential bid in 2024. The campaign was almost doomed from the start. He also made many political enemies within Trump’s orbit.
For the past 16 months, though, DeSantis has surged back into the fray, proving himself a loyal ally of Trump’s agenda.
US President President Donald Trump (2L), Florida Governor Ron........
