US EditionRon DeSantis Is ‘Begging’ Trump for an Appointment
Axios reports DeSantis wants a Trump appointment after his term ends, with sources saying he has sought attorney general, Pentagon, or Supreme Court roles.
- On Tuesday, term-limited Florida Governor Ron DeSantis reportedly sought a role in President Donald Trump's administration as his second gubernatorial term concludes. Sources indicate the two discussed potential appointments during recent meetings.
- Following their 2024 presidential primary rivalry, Trump and DeSantis have mended relations significantly. DeSantis, who is "looking for what to do next," discussed possible roles during a recent lunch at Trump National Doral Golf Club in Miami.
- While reports claim DeSantis discussed the Attorney General position, sources suggest he prefers leading the Pentagon or joining the Supreme Court. Trump wants acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to "show what he can do" first.
- DeSantis spokesperson Alex Lanfranconi stated the governor "enjoys a great relationship with President Trump" and attempted to tamp down speculation. Observers continue speculating about a Supreme Court nomination, noting his close ties to Justice Clarence Thomas.
- State law prohibits a third gubernatorial term, forcing DeSantis to leave office in January 2027. Observers note returning to Congress would be a significant step down from governing Florida's third most populous state.
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Ron DeSantis Apparently Wants a Job in the Trump Administration
"DeSantis' future was on the menu after the two men had lunch at Trump National Doral Golf Club in Miami a week ago Sunday." The post Ron DeSantis Apparently Wants a Job in the Trump Administration first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.
According to the report, Ron DeSantis is to actively promote a top post in Trump's government.
Ron DeSantis Pleads With Trump To Give Him A New Top Job
Trump told confidants that Ron DeSantis is angling for several top positions, including U.S. Attorney General and Secretary of Defense, according to Axios..” Axios reports that discussions between DeSantis and Trump “got serious” after the president fired former Attorney General Pam Bondi this month and former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in March. The latter role was quickly filled by former Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin, but the …
DeSantis Mulling Role Trump Administration, Possibly Attorney General
Florida's Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis is being discussed as a potential addition to President Donald Trump’s administration, according to a new report that cites multiple sources familiar with internal conversations.
Left-leaning outlet claims Trump told others DeSantis is 'begging' for a job in the administration · American Wire News
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will soon be out of work and is reportedly “begging” President Donald J. Trump for a job in his administration. After an amazing run of success during which he established Republican dominance in the Sunshine State, DeSantis will be forced to leave the governor’s mansion due to term limits, with the future uncertain for a man who was once seen by many as presidential material. According to a report by Marc Caputo of…
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