Trump's early endorsements boost DeSantis' campaign efforts.

Former President Donald Trump's past support for Republicans is paying off as he receives endorsements from more than 50 members of Congress, including half of Florida's Republican representatives, in his bid for the 2024 GOP nomination. Trump's allies are working to ground a potential campaign by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who remains Trump's closest rival in polls. DeSantis has mustered only three congressional endorsements, with one coming from a Florida member. Trump's endorsements are putting pressure on the rest of the field to show similar signs of strength to voters and donors.