In a surprising move, Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Sunday that he is suspending his 2024 presidential campaign and endorsing former President Donald Trump. This decision comes just days before the New Hampshire primary, where Trump is currently leading the race against top competitor Nikki Haley.
DeSantis made the announcement in a video posted to his X account, stating that he is putting his support behind Trump because he believes a majority of Republican primary voters want to give the former president another chance. Despite previous disagreements, DeSantis emphasized the need to move away from the “old Republican guard” and criticized Haley as a representation of “warmed-over corporatism.”
The timing of DeSantis’ announcement has sparked applause from some social media commenters, who see it as a strategic move to strengthen Trump’s campaign against President Biden in the upcoming election. Supporters of DeSantis also praised his conservative policies on the campaign trail.
However, not everyone was supportive of DeSantis’ decision. Some critics argued that the move could potentially divide the Republican Party and questioned the timing just before the New Hampshire primary. Nevertheless, many polls indicate that Trump is currently leading with 55% support, while Haley trails behind with 36% support and DeSantis with 6% support.
With DeSantis now out of the race, the New Hampshire primary will now feature a head-to-head competition between Trump and Haley. This development adds further intrigue to the primary as voters decide which candidate will best represent their interests.
As the 2024 campaign trail continues, it will be interesting to see how DeSantis’ endorsement impacts the race and if it will have any influence on other Republican candidates. Stay tuned for more updates and exclusive interviews from the world of politics.
