Staff Reports
In a shocking turn of events, the top strategist for the super PAC supporting Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ bid for the White House has thrown in the towel. Jeff Roe, the mastermind behind the Never Back Down super PAC, bid adieu to the organization amidst internal chaos and mounting troubles less than a month before the crucial Iowa caucuses.
Roe’s abrupt departure comes hot on the heels of a scathing article by The Washington Post that exposed a hotbed of in-fighting and distrust between Never Back Down, the DeSantis campaign, and other key allies. Accusations of mismanagement, conduct issues, and unauthorized leaks containing false information have plagued the super PAC, leading to the exodus of several high-ranking members, including two chief executives and the chairman.
Top strategist Jeff Roe resigns from DeSantis-backing super PAC Never Back Down with less than a month before Iowa caucuseshttps://t.co/qJkIU7n8kv pic.twitter.com/G32GvaT3Xe
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) December 18, 2023
Adding fuel to the fire, DeSantis’ Florida allies have jumped ship to establish a new super PAC, Fight Right, which has received the public backing of the DeSantis campaign. Speculation about potentially sketchy interactions between the campaign and outside groups raised concerns about potential legal violations, as super PACs are legally prohibited from coordinating directly with campaigns.
Never Back Down had shouldered an unprecedented level of responsibility in the election, taking charge of tasks typically reserved for campaigns, such as mobilizing voters, campaign organization, and advertising. With tens of millions of dollars spent on commercials throughout the year, the super PAC played an instrumental role in DeSantis’ bid for the presidency.
The shockwave of Roe’s resignation reverberated all the way to Las Vegas, where former President Donald Trump, no stranger to stirring the pot, celebrated the news on social media. Meanwhile, DeSantis’ campaign faces an uphill battle in Iowa, with Trump leading by substantial margins in recent polls.
So, folks, buckle up for a bumpy ride as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his team navigate the treacherous waters of presidential politics. The never-ending saga of political drama continues, and one can’t help but wonder what other jaw-dropping twists and turns lie ahead for the fearless governor and his quest for the Oval Office. Stay tuned for more bombshells and political theatrics in the days to come!
