DeSantis Quits, Endorses Trump | Guest: The Prudentialist | 1/22/24
Jan 22, 2024
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The Prudentialist discusses Ron DeSantis dropping out and endorsing Trump, assessing their charisma and potential as an executive. They also explore political dynamics, strategies for upcoming elections, and US-China relations alongside speculation on the GOP's future.
Ron DeSantis dropped out of the GOP primary and endorsed Trump, signaling a potential alliance in the 2024 presidential election.
DeSantis' campaign suffered from a lack of charisma, media capability, and online support, highlighting the importance of effective messaging and public speaking skills.
Despite the challenges faced during the campaign, DeSantis remains a capable executive with a strong base in Florida, and his endorsement of Trump indicates a commitment to a Trumpist, anti-establishment approach within the GOP.
Deep dives
DeSantis drops out of GOP primary
Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the GOP primary for the presidential seat. After losing momentum in Iowa and facing tough polling numbers in New Hampshire, DeSantis made the decision to end his campaign. The Prudentialist joins the podcast to discuss the implications of DeSantis' departure and the future of the GOP primary.
DeSantis' campaign struggles
DeSantis' campaign did not go as planned. While he had initial momentum and support, his lack of charisma and media capability became apparent during debates and campaign appearances. The campaign hoped for a second-place finish in Iowa to rejuvenate momentum, but poor polling numbers in New Hampshire signaled an uphill battle. The campaign ultimately recognized the futility and dropped out early, preserving DeSantis' political future.
Lessons learned from DeSantis' campaign
DeSantis' campaign highlighted the importance of strong online proxies, effective messaging, and conviction. While the campaign's online presence was often hostile and failed to gain support, DeSantis' lack of charisma and robotic delivery hindered his ability to connect with voters. Moving forward, DeSantis must focus on improving his public speaking skills and delivering a more compelling message.
The future for DeSantis and the GOP
Despite his campaign's shortcomings, DeSantis remains a highly capable executive and has the potential for a bright political future. He must focus on rebuilding his credibility in Florida and continuing to make a positive impact as governor. DeSantis' success in implementing conservative policies and inspiring other Republican governors bodes well for his influence within the party. Furthermore, DeSantis' endorsement of Trump and criticism of Nikki Haley indicate his commitment to preserving a Trumpist, anti-establishment approach within the GOP.
Governor Greg Abbott's stance on border control
Governor Greg Abbott has taken a strong stance on border control, pushing back against the federal government's attempts to enforce immigration laws. With the recent Supreme Court decision, Abbott now has a choice to make - whether to comply with the law or to resist and tell the federal government no. He has erected razor wire and fencing along the Rio Grande as a means to keep the Biden administration from accessing this two and a half mile stretch of the border. Abbott's actions are in line with his belief that people from all over the world, not just Mexico and Central and South America, should not be entering the country.
The challenges faced by Ron DeSantis and the importance of strong leadership
Ron DeSantis faced challenges during his campaign, and while some believe his political capital is over, it is not necessarily the case. DeSantis' campaign highlighted some key issues, such as his response to the Ukraine situation, his handling of indictments, and his house record. However, it is important to remember that he still has a strong base in Florida, and his political future is not necessarily doomed. Strong leadership is crucial in these challenging times, and it is hoped that leaders like Greg Abbott and DeSantis will continue to stand up for their beliefs and inspire other GOP governors to do the same.
Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the race and endorsed Donald Trump before the New Hampshire primary. The Prudentialist joins me to look at what happened to the DeSantis campaign and what this could mean for the 2024 presidential election.
