Ron DeSantis Withdraws from Republican Presidential Nomination Race, Endorses Donald Trump
In an announcement that has shaken the race for the Republican presidential nomination, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has confirmed his withdrawal from the contest, declaring his support for former President Donald Trump. According to DeSantis, it is unreasonable to expect his campaign volunteers to dedicate their time and resources without "a clear path to victory."
The governor made his decision public on the X social media platform on Sunday afternoon, local time, just one day before the crucial New Hampshire state primary. DeSantis acknowledged that Republican primary voters appear ready to give Trump another shot at the presidency. Despite their differences, he conceded that Trump holds a commanding lead over the current Democratic President Joe Biden.
In addition to endorsing Trump, DeSantis pledged to continue his efforts in Florida, where he claims they "set an example for the nation." Trump responded to the endorsement with a statement thanking DeSantis for his support.
Previously in June of last year, Governor DeSantis had officially thrown his hat into the ring for the nomination, positioning himself as a major challenger to Trump within the party. However, DeSantis's support has since dwindled.
During the primary campaign, notable verbal clashes occurred between the two politicians, who expressed sharp criticisms of each other. Political analysts suggest that DeSantis's backing could smooth Trump's path to securing the official Republican nomination.
Following the suspension of DeSantis's campaign, Trump's most significant remaining challenger within the party is former South Carolina Governor and ex-UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, whom Trump had appointed during his presidency.
The American primary election cycle commenced on January 22 in Iowa with caucuses that saw a confident victory for Trump. The first primary vote to be held at polling stations will take place on Tuesday in New Hampshire.
The primaries process will conclude in mid-June in the United States, leading to the National Conventions; the Republican Party in mid-July and the Democratic Party in mid-August. These conventions will finalize the presidential candidate nominations for the general election scheduled for November 5.
In addition to endorsing Trump, DeSantis pledged to continue his efforts in Florida, where he claims they "set an example for the nation." Trump responded to the endorsement with a statement thanking DeSantis for his support.
Previously in June of last year, Governor DeSantis had officially thrown his hat into the ring for the nomination, positioning himself as a major challenger to Trump within the party. However, DeSantis's support has since dwindled.
During the primary campaign, notable verbal clashes occurred between the two politicians, who expressed sharp criticisms of each other. Political analysts suggest that DeSantis's backing could smooth Trump's path to securing the official Republican nomination.
Following the suspension of DeSantis's campaign, Trump's most significant remaining challenger within the party is former South Carolina Governor and ex-UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, whom Trump had appointed during his presidency.
The American primary election cycle commenced on January 22 in Iowa with caucuses that saw a confident victory for Trump. The first primary vote to be held at polling stations will take place on Tuesday in New Hampshire.
The primaries process will conclude in mid-June in the United States, leading to the National Conventions; the Republican Party in mid-July and the Democratic Party in mid-August. These conventions will finalize the presidential candidate nominations for the general election scheduled for November 5.
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