Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has claimed that California Governor Gavin Newsom is “obviously preparing” to run for president, despite Newsom’s denials of such intentions. DeSantis made these comments during a visit to Sioux City, Iowa, where he criticized what he described as the “failed” policies of the liberal state of California. The remarks came after a heated debate between DeSantis and Newsom on “Hannity.”
DeSantis argued that the policies implemented in California have driven people out of the state and suggested that they would not be successful on a national level. He stated, “It’s the policies. It’s the policies that are driving people out. This is ultimately the choice for the country: Are we going to embrace freedom like Florida has or are we going to embrace failure? The same policies that have failed in Illinois and California and New York aren’t all of a sudden going to work well nationally.”
While DeSantis did not explicitly name Newsom as the potential president behind these policies, he hinted at the possibility, mentioning President Biden’s potential second term, Vice-President Harris, and Newsom as potential candidates. He also dismissed Newsom’s ideas as unappealing to the American public.
Newsom has faced speculation about a potential presidential run, but he has consistently denied any plans to run for the White House. On the other hand, DeSantis is currently running for the Republican nomination in 2024, although polls indicate that he is trailing behind former President Donald Trump.
During the debate, Newsom took a dig at DeSantis by mentioning their low standings in the polls. He stated, “There are profound differences tonight, and I look forward to engaging them. But there’s one thing…that we have in common, is neither of us will be the nominee for our party in 2024.” DeSantis, however, accused Newsom of secretly desiring to run for president.
It is worth noting that this exchange between the two governors occurred in the context of ongoing speculation about potential presidential candidates for the 2024 election. Both DeSantis and Newsom have been mentioned as potential contenders, although their official positions on the matter remain unclear.
In conclusion, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has accused California Governor Gavin Newsom of preparing for a presidential run, despite Newsom’s repeated denials. The exchange between the two governors took place during a heated debate, where DeSantis criticized the policies of the liberal state of California. Speculation about potential presidential candidates for the 2024 election continues to circulate, with DeSantis and Newsom among those mentioned.
