

DeSantis Endorses Trump, Trump's VP Test, and Man Swimming Against Girls, with Emily Jashinsky, Eliana Johnson, and David Menzies | Ep. 707
Jan 22, 2024
Emily Jashinsky, Culture editor for The Federalist, joins Eliana Johnson, Washington Free Beacon editor, and David Menzies, Rebel News reporter, to dissect Ron DeSantis's exit from the 2024 race and his surprising endorsement of Donald Trump. They tackle media hypocrisy over this endorsement, DeSantis’s dynamic with Nikki Haley, and the implications of Kamala Harris's controversial remarks. The group also debates the fairness of a 50-year-old transgender swimmer competing against young girls, bringing light to pressing concerns about equality in sports and education.
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DeSantis Drops Out
- Ron DeSantis officially dropped out of the 2024 presidential race, endorsing Donald Trump.
- Megyn Kelly expresses disappointment, questioning Trump's suitability and DeSantis' campaign strategy.
DeSantis' Exit Strategy
- DeSantis' exit statement was dignified but included shots at both Trump and Nikki Haley.
- Eliana Johnson believes DeSantis' campaign lacked a clear, consistent message, unlike Haley's.
DeSantis Returns to Florida
- Emily Jashinsky suggests DeSantis' return to Florida governorship is positive, allowing him to focus on legislative strengths.
- She highlights the difference between pragmatic gubernatorial voters and inspiration-seeking presidential voters.