The Florida Republican Assembly, a grassroots political organization, has issued a declaration urging Gov. Ron DeSantis to end his 2024 primary campaign and focus on his role as governor.
The declaration highlights concerns that DeSantis’ presidential bid has become a distraction and has placed the interests of Florida’s residents secondary to his White House aspirations.
One of the key reasons cited by the Florida Republican Assembly for urging DeSantis to end his 2024 campaign is the lack of positive poll results and significant momentum.
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Despite initial expectations that DeSantis would be a strong candidate, he continues to trail behind former President Trump by substantial margins in the polls. This lack of support has raised concerns about his ability to charm voters and gain traction in the primaries.
Concerns about Spreading Too Thin
Before officially launching his 2024 campaign, experts warned that DeSantis risked spreading himself too thin by running for the White House while still serving as Florida governor.
This concern was highlighted when DeSantis was promoting his book in Ohio while Florida was experiencing major flooding in Fort Lauderdale.
Critics, including Trump, seized upon this as evidence that DeSantis was neglecting his duties as governor.
Grassroots Call for DeSantis to Return to Governorship
The Florida Republican Assembly’s declaration calls for DeSantis to conclude his campaign and return to Florida to fulfill the remainder of his term as governor.
The grassroots political organization believes that DeSantis should prioritize the needs of Florida residents over his personal political ambitions.
They request that he rededicate himself to serving the interests of the state rather than focusing on a presidential bid that lacks support and momentum.
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DeSantis’ Hopes for a Boost in Iowa
Despite the challenges facing his campaign, DeSantis and his team are hoping for a positive performance in the first-in-the-nation GOP primary caucus in Iowa.
They see this as a potential launchpad to revive the campaign and gain the much-needed boost in momentum. However, it remains to be seen whether this strategy will be successful in turning the tide for DeSantis.
The Influence of Former President Trump
DeSantis was initially seen as the ideal replacement for former President Trump to lead the Republican Party into the next election.
However, the influence of Trump on the party’s poor performance in the 2022 midterms has raised concerns about the potential impact on DeSantis’ campaign.
Despite efforts to distance himself from Trump and establish his own platform, DeSantis has struggled to gain the same level of support and enthusiasm.
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