Former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are working together to mend their past rivalry and raise money for Trump’s potential 2024 White House campaign. DeSantis recently gathered his allies in Fort Lauderdale to raise funds to prevent Democratic President Joe Biden from winning a second term. Trump called into the meeting to thank the group for their efforts and praised DeSantis. This reconciliation benefits Trump in terms of fundraising against Biden, while DeSantis aims to secure support from Trump’s backers for a potential future White House run.
During the fundraising event, DeSantis and his donors raised over $3 million for the super PAC, Right for America, supported by major Republican donors such as Ike Perlmutter. The arrangement between the Trump and DeSantis camps ensures that DeSantis supporters’ money will not directly go towards paying Trump’s legal bills. Trump endorsed this structure during the call with the group, indicating his approval of the fundraising effort. DeSantis’ decision to direct funds to the PAC rather than Trump’s campaign has been met with some skepticism from Trump campaign officials.
The super PAC, Right for America, led by Trump ally Sergio Gor, is focused on ensuring Trump’s reelection in November, with DeSantis’ support playing a crucial role. Some donors had concerns about their contributions going towards Trump’s legal cases, rather than aiding efforts to defeat Biden. Despite this, DeSantis remains committed to supporting Trump’s campaign and securing the backing of Trump voters for his potential White House run. The fundraising efforts are expected to span across multiple states, with events planned in Texas, California, Washington state, and possibly New York.
DeSantis’ allies gathered in Fort Lauderdale to kick off a nationwide fundraising campaign in support of Trump’s campaign. Both Trump and DeSantis have discussed the governor’s role at the upcoming Republican National Convention, with Trump suggesting a position for DeSantis without any specific fundraising obligations. Donors at the event noted the friendly and collegial interaction between Trump and DeSantis during the call, mentioning conversations about golf, a favorite pastime of Trump. The collaboration between the two leaders signifies a unity within the Republican Party as they work towards a shared goal of defeating Biden in the upcoming election.
