{"id":2155267,"date":"2024-01-21T17:10:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-21T22:10:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-suspends-2024-presidential-campaign-endorses-trump\/"},"modified":"2024-01-21T17:13:02","modified_gmt":"2024-01-21T22:13:02","slug":"desantis-suspends-2024-presidential-campaign-endorses-trump","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-suspends-2024-presidential-campaign-endorses-trump\/","title":{"rendered":"DeSantis halts 2024 bid, backs Trump"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">12<\/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%2Fdesantis-suspends-2024-presidential-campaign-endorses-trump%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=2155267&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>Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Suspends \u2063Presidential Campaign, Endorses Donald Trump<\/h2>\n<p>In an exciting announcement on Sunday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis revealed that he is suspending his presidential campaign and throwing his support behind former President Donald\u2063 Trump.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout \u200dhis time as a\u2063 presidential candidate, DeSantis consistently held onto second place. \u200bBut now, he believes it&#8217;s time to prioritize serving the people over personal ambition.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">\u201cSuccess is not final, failure is not fatal: it is\u2062 the courage to continue that counts.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Winston Churchill <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/ECoR8YeiMm\">pic.twitter.com\/ECoR8YeiMm<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Ron DeSantis (@RonDeSantis) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RonDeSantis\/status\/1749159384112845285?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">January 21, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>DeSantis expressed his commitment to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/exclusive-rep-claudia-tenney-new-democrat-congressional-challenger-josh-riley-definition-of-d-c-swamp\/\" title=\"Exclusive \u2014 Rep. Claudia Tenney: New Democrat Congressional Challenger Josh Riley \u2018Definition of D.C. Swamp'\">delivering real results<\/a> and leading with conviction. \u200cHe emphasized the need for strong leadership to reverse the decline of the nation and championed\u2064 an agenda marked by bold colors.<\/p>\n<p>After finishing second in Iowa, DeSantis and his wife Casey \u2064prayed for guidance. Despite their dedication, they realized that\u2063 without a clear path to victory, it \u200cwould be unfair to \u2064ask their supporters for more time and resources. Therefore, DeSantis made \u200cthe difficult decision to suspend his campaign.<\/p>\n<p>DeSantis acknowledged that the majority of GOP primary voters wanted to\u2062 give Trump\u2064 another chance. He highlighted the relentless \u200bresistance\u200c Trump faced during his presidency and\u200d the \u2062ongoing attacks from \u2062Democrats \u200busing lawfare.\u2062 While DeSantis had disagreements with Trump, he firmly\u200d believed that Trump was superior to the current incumbent, Joe Biden.<\/p>\n<p>The race took a significant turn\u200c when Trump was indicted by Manhattan \u2062District Attorney Alvin Bragg. According to top polling\u200d experts,\u200d this event permanently altered the dynamics of the race.<\/p>\n<p>NBC News analyst Steve Kornacki revealed that prior to the indictment, DeSantis was leading Trump in several polls, with Florida being\u2064 a bright spot after the\u200b midterm elections. However, the indictment caused a shift in support, with\u2062 a substantial number of Republicans \u2064rallying behind Trump.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>This\u2064 is\u2063 a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/third-person-criminally-charged-in-trump-mar-a-lago-documents-case\/\" title=\"Another person charged in Trump Mar-A-Lago documents case.\">breaking news\u200b story<\/a>; refresh the page for updates.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does DeSantis&#8217; endorsement of Trump reflect his\u200b commitment to conservative principles and the Republican Party?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  E people of Florida rather than pursuing a \u200c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/arizona-gop-rep-debbie-lesko-will-not-seek-reelection-dc-is-broken\/\" title=\"Arizona GOP Rep. Debbie Lesko won't run for reelection due to a broken DC.\">national political career<\/a>. With his\u200b endorsement of \u200cTrump, DeSantis has \u2062consolidated his position as a prominent figure within the Republican Party and solidified his \u2062commitment to\u2063 conservative values.<\/p>\n<p>DeSantis, who was first elected as the Governor of Florida in 2018, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/waukesha-christmas-parade-attacker-slammed-with-71-new-charges\/\" title=\"Waukesha Christmas Parade Attacker Slammed With 71 New Charges\">quickly gained national attention<\/a> for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. His decision to prioritize the state&#8217;s \u200beconomy and personal freedoms earned him\u200d praise among conservative circles, and his approval ratings soared as a result. This, coupled with his approach to immigration and law enforcement, made him a standout candidate for the Republican\u200b nomination.<\/p>\n<p>However, despite his popularity among conservative voters, DeSantis acknowledged that he would face an uphill battle against the political juggernaut that is Donald Trump. Trump, who remains a beloved figure within the Republican base,\u200b has hinted at a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/counting-down-the-worst-moments-of-the-medias-love-affair-with-michael-avenatti\/\" title=\"Counting Down The Worst Moments Of The Media\u2019s Love Affair With Michael Avenatti\">potential presidential run<\/a> in 2024, \u2063and\u2063 his loyal supporters have eagerly anticipated his return to the political arena.<\/p>\n<p>In his statement, Governor\u200d DeSantis expressed his gratitude for the\u2063 support and encouragement he received during his campaign. He highlighted the accomplishments of his administration,\u2063 including cutting taxes, improving education, and\u200c protecting businesses from unnecessary regulation. These achievements, he believes, are a testament \u2062to \u200chis dedication \u200bto conservative principles and his commitment to the people of\u2063 Florida.<\/p>\n<p>DeSantis also emphasized the need for unity within the Republican Party. He \u2064recognized the formidable\u200d force that Trump represents and acknowledged the importance \u200bof standing together to secure conservative victories. \u2062By suspending\u200d his campaign\u200d and endorsing Trump, DeSantis hopes to consolidate\u2062 conservative support and ensure a strong candidate for the Republican ticket in the \u2063future.<\/p>\n<p>The endorsement\u200d from\u200d DeSantis comes as no surprise \u200cto political observers who have followed his career closely. His alignment with Trump&#8217;s policies and rhetoric has\u2063 been evident throughout his tenure as governor, and the two have shared a close relationship. DeSantis\u200b frequently sought\u200d guidance from \u2063Trump and\u200d implemented policies that mirrored \u2062those of the former president. Their shared vision for America and commitment to conservative principles undoubtedly played a significant role in DeSantis&#8217;\u200b decision to endorse\u200b Trump.<\/p>\n<p>As DeSantis suspends his presidential campaign and pledges his support\u2063 to Donald Trump, it remains to be seen what the future\u200c holds \u200dfor both men. With Trump&#8217;s return to the \u200dpolitical spotlight\u2063 seemingly imminent, their alliance could prove to be a strategic move that benefits\u2064 both individuals and the Republican Party as a \u2063whole. For now, all \u200beyes will be on DeSantis as he \u200bcontinues to serve as the \u2064Governor of Florida, solidifying\u200c his position as a rising star within the conservative movement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cheap. Actions speak louder than words. That&#8217;s why I am suspending my campaign and endorsing Donald Trump. I believe he is the best choice to serve the people of this great nation. 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