Trump and DeSantis' Endorsement Drama: A Split in the Base.
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Former President Donald Trump claimed at a rally in Texas that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis came to him "with tears in his eyes" seeking an endorsement for the 2018 Florida gubernatorial race. Trump suggested that DeSantis only won the race because of his endorsement and criticized him for having no campaign funds left. Trump has been taking aim at DeSantis for months, especially as he is rumored to be considering a bid for the presidency. Polls have found Trump with a steady lead over DeSantis in hypothetical primary match-ups.
- Trump says DeSantis came to him ‘with tears in his eyes’ to ask for an endorsement The Hill
- Trump rally goes silent after he attempts to mock DeSantis Fox News
- Trump's base splinters on Ron DeSantis NBC News
- Trump Texas rally falls quiet after he mocks Ron DeSantis New York Post
- Dem Rep: DeSantis is the only one that 'can take on' Trump CNN
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