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The Florida governor is adopting new positions to boost support—but one big problem remains.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is rebuilding his status among conservatives. The governor was once the darling of right-wing media and touted as the man to replace President Donald Trump as the leader of the American Right. His failed presidential bid sunk his starry reputation and made it appear his political career would end along with his term as Florida governor.
But DeSantis has not given up hope for another go at the White House. He’s made peace with Trump and adopted a number of positions to pitch himself as the most conservative successor to the president. This puts him at odds with Vice President J.D. Vance, and potentially Trump himself. DeSantis will have to play the delicate game of distinguishing himself from the president’s assumed heir while also supporting the president. He will have to convince voters that it’s not DeSantis vs. Trump—which killed him in the last election—but DeSantis vs. Vance.
DeSantis hopes to achieve this goal through four key issues that will win over the MAGA base.
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