DeSantis gains support from ex-Trump staffers amidst ongoing GOP civil war.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been reaching out to wealthy New York donors, portraying himself as a more electable and less chaotic alternative to former President Donald Trump. DeSantis emphasizes his military background and record as governor, while also criticizing Trump's style. His team sees New York donors as prime turf, not only for their deep pockets but also because many of them backed Trump out of convenience rather than a shared ideology with his MAGA base. The outreach provides a window into DeSantis' early calculations as he readies himself for a presidential run.