Florida Republicans are pleading with DeSantis to end his presidential campaign and return to Florida.
The Florida Republican Assembly, a grassroots political organization, urges Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to withdraw from the presidential race and focus on governing Florida, as per his elected responsibilities. They released a letter citing the Florida Constitution, emphasizing that the governor should faithfully execute the state’s laws and attend to necessary governmental duties. The group argues that DeSantis’s presidential campaign has taken him away from his Florida gubernatorial role, often at taxpayer expense, and has not gained significant voter support. They believe his campaign has caused a distraction from addressing crucial issues in Florida, including insurance premiums, vaccine concerns, and justice for January 6 political prisoners.
This call comes as DeSantis faces challenges in gaining momentum for his presidential bid, with former President Donald Trump maintaining a substantial lead in polls, notably in Iowa. The organization’s letter coincides with former Vice President Mike Pence’s withdrawal from the presidential race, earning him praise from competitors, including DeSantis himself.
