{"id":1965975,"date":"2023-07-06T18:05:02","date_gmt":"2023-07-06T22:05:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/left-behind-desantis-team-sends-replacement-for-ron-to-campaign-event-for-mothers\/"},"modified":"2023-07-06T18:06:39","modified_gmt":"2023-07-06T22:06:39","slug":"left-behind-desantis-team-sends-replacement-for-ron-to-campaign-event-for-mothers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/left-behind-desantis-team-sends-replacement-for-ron-to-campaign-event-for-mothers\/","title":{"rendered":"DeSantis Team Substitutes Ron at Campaign Event for Mothers"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fleft-behind-desantis-team-sends-replacement-for-ron-to-campaign-event-for-mothers%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=1965975&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>In an effort to boost support among women in Iowa, Casey DeSantis makes her solo debut on the campaign trail<\/h2>\n<p>In an effort to boost support among women in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/trump-ramps-up-attacks-on-desantis-ahead-of-imminent-presidential-campaign\/\" title=\"Trump intensifies criticism of DeSantis before presidential campaign.\">crucial early voting state<\/a> of Iowa, Casey DeSantis, Florida\u2019s first lady, will make her solo debut on the campaign trail with the national launch of \u201cMammas for DeSantis.\u201d The event, scheduled for Thursday, aims to rally mothers in support of her husband, Gov. Ron DeSantis.<\/p>\n<h3>Expanding the reach of &#8220;Mammas for DeSantis&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cMamas for DeSantis\u201d began in Florida in 2022 as a \u201cpolitical effort will rally parents in support of Gov. Ron DeSantis\u2019 parental rights agenda,\u201d according to <a href=\"https:\/\/floridapolitics.com\/archives\/534435-casey-desantis-launches-mamas-for-desantis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Florida Politics<\/a>. Now, it appears the campaign is hoping the group\u2019s success in the Sunshine State will translate on a larger scale.<\/p>\n<p>Teaming up with Iowa GOP Gov. Kim Reynolds, Casey DeSantis will <a href=\"https:\/\/events.rondesantis.com\/e\/mamas-for-desantis-johnston-ia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kick off the group<\/a> in Johnston, a suburb of Des Moines, as the DeSantis campaign focuses on narrowing the widening gap in the polls against his rival, former President Donald Trump.<\/p>\n<p>According to a report from the U.K. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/news\/article-12263351\/Casey-DeSantis-hits-campaign-trail-without-Ron.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Daily Mail<\/a>, this strategic move by the DeSantis campaign comes at a time when one of their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/left-behind-desantis-team-sends-replacement-for-ron-to-campaign-event-for-mothers\/\" title=\"DeSantis Team Substitutes Ron at Campaign Event for Mothers\">top allies openly acknowledged<\/a> that the campaign is lagging behind and Trump remains the \u201crunaway frontrunner.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The decision to send Casey DeSantis as the face of the campaign raises questions about whether her presence can help revive the struggling candidate\u2019s chances.<\/p>\n<p>Casey DeSantis has been a constant presence at her husband\u2019s side throughout the campaign, joining him at numerous events across early primary and caucus states.<\/p>\n<p>She has proven to be an invaluable asset with her warm personality and uplifting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/big-milestone-ron-desantis-delivers-encouraging-update-wifes-battle-breast-cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">personal story<\/a> as a cancer survivor.<\/p>\n<p>Notably, she made headlines last month at a campaign stop in Iowa for wearing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/elliot-page-formerly-ellen-announces-superhero-character-will-come-out-trans-in-upcoming-season-of-netflix-show\/\" title=\"Elliot Page (Formerly Ellen) Announces Superhero Character Will Come Out Trans In Upcoming Season Of Netflix Show\">black leather jacket<\/a> with the words \u201cWhere woke goes to die\u201d emblazoned on the back. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/dems-raging-desantis-confirms-florida-woke-goes-die-no-plan-nothing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">statement<\/a> resonated with most conservative voters.<\/p>\n<h2>Is this a bad move by the DeSantis campaign?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"firefly-poll-container\" class=\"one-half\">\n<div class=\"firefly-poll-question\">Is this a bad move by the DeSantis campaign?<\/div>\n<div id=\"pollFormBox\" style=\"display: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Yes<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>No<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"firefly-poll-disclaimer\">\n\t\t\tCompleting this poll entitles you to The Western Journal news updates free of charge. You may opt out at anytime. You also agree to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/about\/privacy-policy\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/about\/terms-service\/\">Terms of Use<\/a>.\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"firefly-poll-results\" style=\"display: none\">\n<div id=\"firefly-poll-results-yes\" style=\"width: 100%\">\n\t\t\tYes: 100% (3 Votes)\n\t\t<\/div>\n<div id=\"firefly-poll-results-no\" style=\"width: 0%\">\n\t\t\tNo: 0% (0 Votes)\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Critics, however, including the liberal news website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thedailybeast.com\/casey-desantis-is-the-walmart-melania-trump\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Daily Beast<\/a>, likened her fashion choice to a cheap imitation of former first lady Melania Trump, labeling her a \u201cWalmart Melania.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Some political observers view the decision to send Casey DeSantis instead of her husband as an attempt to stop the downward trend in DeSantis\u2019 poll numbers and inject new energy into his campaign.<\/p>\n<p>Ron DeSantis, who has faced accusations of being awkward with voters, has seen his campaign fall behind in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realclearpolitics.com\/epolls\/2024\/president\/us\/2024_republican_presidential_nomination-7548.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">national polling<\/a>, with Donald Trump in a commanding lead.<\/p>\n<p>In light of this, the strategic decision to showcase Casey DeSantis as a prominent figure in the campaign could be seen as an effort to capitalize on her warm and personable nature, which resonates well with voters.<\/p>\n<p>The campaign\u2019s decision to bank on Casey DeSantis\u2019 appeal may signal a recognition that a fresh approach is needed to revitalize the campaign and boost support among key demographics.<\/p>\n<p>However, critics argue that sending Casey DeSantis as a replacement for Ron DeSantis raises questions about his ability to connect with voters and lead his own campaign effectively. They are particularly critical of this as Ron DeSantis has no other scheduled campaign events, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/events.rondesantis.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">his campaign website<\/a>, so he would \u2014 in theory \u2014 be able to make this event.<\/p>\n<p>Some view it as a sign of desperation, a last-ditch effort to salvage his floundering poll numbers and regain momentum in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/ap-desantis-pence-gop-2024-hopefuls-not-trump-set-appear-iowa-rally\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">crowded field<\/a> of Republican contenders.<\/p>\n<p>As the \u201cMammas for DeSantis\u201d event unfolds in Iowa, all eyes will be on Casey DeSantis as she <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/embattled-environmental-activist-takes-center-stage-in-bid-to-cancel-pipeline\/\" title=\"Embattled Environmental Activist Takes Center Stage in Bid to Cancel Pipeline\">takes center stage<\/a> in an attempt to rally mothers, grandmothers, fathers, grandfathers, aunts, uncles, and any person responsible for a child behind her husband\u2019s presidential ambitions. \u201cGovernor Ron DeSantis is the fighter we need to protect the innocence of our children while defending and protecting the rights of parents,\u201d the event page said.<\/p>\n<p>Whether her presence can significantly impact the campaign\u2019s trajectory and reverse the decline in poll numbers remains to be seen.<\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/left-behind-desantis-team-sends-replacement-ron-campaign-event-mothers\/\">Left Behind: DeSantis Team Sends Replacement for Ron to Campaign Event for Mothers<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\">The Western Journal<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Florida&#8217;s first lady, Casey DeSantis, will make her solo campaign debut with the national launch of &#8220;Mammas for DeSantis&#8221; in Iowa. The event on Thursday aims to rally mothers in support of her husband, Gov. 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