DeSantis tours northern cities, furthering speculation of Presidential aspirations
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Governor Ron DeSantis spent Monday speaking to law enforcement, making stops in three Democrat-run states.
The tour is being seen as further evidence the Florida Governor has his sights set on the White House.
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DeSantis hit three cities in New York, Pennsylvania and Illinois.
His stated goal: Increasing Law Enforcement recruitment.
“Not only are we not going to defund you, we’re going to support you,” said DeSantis to an audience in Staten Island.
But DeSantis didn’t limit his comments to the Sunshine State.
“As much as I’m proud that Florida is doing well, I want the country to do well. I want all of these communities to do well,” said DeSantis.
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On FOX News earlier in the day, DeSantis fielded questions on foreign policy, including on the war in Ukraine.
When asked whether he was preparing for a Presidential run, he refrained from stating one way or the other.
“Wouldn’t you guys like to have that announcement on FOX and Friends?” said DeSantis.
UNF political science professor Dr. Michael Binder argues all signs point to a DeSantis’ Presidential bid.
We asked if he could imagine any scenario where DeSantis chooses not to run.
“I mean, if he gets hit by a bus?” said Binder in response.
Binder said the clear obstacle standing between DeSantis and the Republican nomination is former President Donald Trump, but other candidates like Nikki Haley could shake things up.
“If the bulk of the polices are the same, suddenly it comes down to a personal connection that can be made through a TV screen. I don’t know that that’s Ron DeSantis’ strong suit,” said Binder.
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During his FOX and Friend’s appearance, DeSantis did tease a possible timeline for an announcement.
He said he’ll be launching a tour after the release of his upcoming book, which comes out next Tuesday.
Later on, there will be the Florida legislative session, which runs from March through early May.
DeSantis said once all that is out of the way, he’ll make a decision on a Presidential run.
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