DeSantis faces mixed reception on campaign trail in South Carolina.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is seeking to connect with voters as he begins his campaign for president, showcasing his combative streak and policy achievements that have built him a following on the right. However, he often met information from voters with a couple of words and avoided town hall-style questioning from voters. DeSantis's policy record and embrace of hard-right stances have helped him move into a stronger position than anyone else in the GOP field but Donald Trump, the clear polling leader.