Governor Ron DeSantis has filed his Federal Election Commission paperwork to enter the race for the Republican nomination and ultimately, the White House.
The state of Florida will be run by Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nunez in DeSantis’s absence on the campaign trail. Nunez is best known for calling former President Donald Trump a “con man” and “KKK” supporter.
DeSantis cancelled plans to give a speech to launch his campaign, instead opting to do a Twitter Spaces with Elon Musk alongside former Clinton donor David Sacks.
He’ll first launch his campaign amongst billionaires at the Four Seasons in Miami, and then talk to another billionaire – Elon Musk – on Twitter Spaces. DeSantis will then go on billionaire Rupert Murdoch’s network (Fox) for an interview.
🚨Just in: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has officially filled paperwork with the FEC to run for President in 2024. pic.twitter.com/3CLK8TNa5y
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