US EditionTrump weighs cabinet appointment for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis
The map could add four House seats for Republicans as DeSantis emerges as a possible Trump ally or future GOP contender.
- President Donald Trump said he could consider Ron DeSantis for a Cabinet position once the term-limited Florida governor leaves office next year, responding 'Well, I like him a lot' when asked directly about the possibility.
- DeSantis was once Trump's rival for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination, finishing second in Iowa's Republican caucuses with 21% of the vote before endorsing Trump and now working closely with the administration on immigration enforcement.
- Over the past 16 months, DeSantis has proven indispensable to Trump by aiding the federal immigration crackdown and creating a Florida version of the Department of Government Efficiency, with his latest win—a new congressional map approved Wednesday—potentially netting Republicans four additional House seats.
- Multiple potential roles remain under consideration for DeSantis, ranging from Secretary of Defense to the Supreme Court, as Trump reportedly told confidants the governor is 'begging' for an administration position including attorney general, according to Axios reporting April 21.
- While DeSantis harbors 2028 presidential ambitions if there is a lane, observers acknowledge significant obstacles including his depleted political operation and competition from Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who lead betting market projections for Trump's successor.
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Trump Considering DeSantis for Cabinet Post: Report
On Friday, President Trump stated that he would consider appointing Ron DeSantis to a cabinet position next year after the Florida governor’s current term expires. “Well, I like him a lot,” Trump told a reporter in explaining why he’s considering DeSantis for a top job. DeSantis was once one of Trump’s rivals for the 2024...
Door Opens for DeSantis to Join Trump Team
Less than two years ago, they were tearing each other apart on the debate stage. Now President Trump is floating Ron DeSantis for a seat at his cabinet table. Asked Friday whether the term-limited Florida governor might land a role in his administration, Trump didn’t hesitate. “Well, I like him a lot,” he told reporters. DeSantis launched his 2024 presidential campaign with sky-high poll numbers and a media narrative that painted him as the heir…
Trump Says He Would Consider Cabinet Role For Ron DeSantis - Real News Now
President Donald Trump said Friday that he would consider bringing Ron DeSantis into his administration in a cabinet position once the governor’s term comes to an end. Asked directly about the possibility, Trump responded that he likes DeSantis and left the door open to a future role, signaling a continued warming of relations between the two Republicans after a once-contentious 2024 primary. DeSantis had challenged Trump for the GOP nomination …
Trump’s Candidate Dominates Florida's Governor Race; DeSantis Refuses to Endorse Anyone
Gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds dominates in the polls now, but Gov. Ron DeSantis has publicly refused to endorse any candidate. ... The post Trump’s Candidate Dominates Florida’s Governor Race; DeSantis Refuses to Endorse Anyone appeared first on The New American.
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