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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is facing a massive blow to his presidential aspirations as his $50 million super PAC, aptly named ‘Ron to the Rescue,’ has come crashing down like a pack of cards. This unfortunate turn of events has dealt a severe blow to DeSantis, leaving him searching for a lifeline. But hey, even the mighty fall sometimes, especially when they make rookie mistakes.
Let’s start with the brain behind ‘Ron to the Rescue,’ Republican strategist John Thomas, also known as the ‘Billy the Kid of Political Battles.’ Thomas managed to secure significant financial commitments from bigshot donors initially, making DeSantis dance with glee. However, that dance quickly turned into a stumble when a disastrous campaign launch on Twitter Spaces revealed the incompetence lurking within the DeSantis campaign.
During the launch, technical glitches ran wild, and an interview with Elon Musk turned out to be more of a comedy sketch than a serious political event. The result? The DeSantis campaign was labeled as a bunch of bumbling amateurs. Way to go, guys. Top-tier donors who were initially on board started having second thoughts faster than you can say “super PAC disaster.”
To add insult to injury, the super PAC failed to provide crucial video content for television stations, something as essential as a balanced diet for a politician. It’s no wonder major donors retreated and adopted a “wait and see” approach. Thomas himself admitted that these rookie errors, like posting internal documents online and agreeing to debate California Governor Gavin Newsom, were to blame for their downfall. It’s like watching a car crash in slow motion – painful yet predictable.
DeSantis finally announced his presidential campaign in May via Twitter, with the help of Elon Musk and moderated by tech entrepreneur David Sacks. But the launch didn’t exactly go off without a hitch. Audio problems, multiple site crashes, and a long, unexciting speech by DeSantis left many scratching their heads. Social media critics had a feast, tearing him apart for his lackluster performance and soft interview questions. Ouch, that’s gotta sting.
JUST IN: Governor Ron DeSantis' $50 million super PAC is shutting down as donors are beginning to jump ship.
According to the Daily Mail, the super PAC will now be backing Donald Trump after they accused the governor of making "rookie s***" mistakes.
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— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) August 31, 2023
To make matters worse, former President Trump, DeSantis’ GOP rival, couldn’t resist taking a swing at him during the launch. He hopped onto his favorite social media platform, Truth Social, to brag about his bigger, better red button and claim his friendship with global leaders. Trump’s overshadowing presence was yet another reminder that DeSantis is still a long way from claiming the top spot.
With the super PAC shutting down, DeSantis finds himself trailing in Trump’s dust cloud in the polls. The closure has dealt a serious blow to his campaign, raising doubts about his viability as a presidential candidate. It’s like watching a tortoise try to outrun a hare, only to be left in the dust.
Meanwhile, DeSantis also faces challenges from other GOP nominees, like Vivek Ramaswamy, who are eager to step into the national spotlight. One of DeSantis’ major donors, hotel entrepreneur Robert Bigelow, has already made it clear that he won’t open his wallet any further unless DeSantis embraces a more moderate approach, especially regarding Florida’s six-week abortion ban. Looks like Bigelow is looking for someone who can walk the tightrope of politics without falling flat on their face.
As if things couldn’t get any worse for DeSantis, Thomas and his donor network are now entertaining the idea of throwing their support behind the former President himself, Donald J. Trump. It’s like a dagger to the heart for DeSantis. Thomas, a former Trump supporter, has potentially abandoned ship, leaving DeSantis high and dry.
So, with DeSantis’ presidential aspirations hanging by a thread, it seems the road to the White House is filled with more obstacles and roadblocks than an overcrowded highway during rush hour. Will DeSantis find a way to resuscitate his campaign, or will he become just another casualty in the battle for Republican dominance? Only time will tell, but it’s clear that ‘Ron to the Rescue’ wasn’t quite the superhero cape DeSantis was hoping for. Better luck next time, Governor.
