Staff Reports
In what’s shaping up to be a blockbuster Republican convention in Milwaukee, former President Donald Trump and Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida are about to show some serious GOP unity. After a primary season that was as fierce as a Florida hurricane, the dynamic duo is setting aside any differences to present a united front.
A senior official from the DeSantis camp confirmed that the governor is slated to speak at the convention. This, despite early reports suggesting he’d been sidelined. Looks like those rumors were about as accurate as CNN’s prime time ratings! The DeSantis team made it clear they always expected their man to have a speaking slot, and they’re ready to roll.
DeSantis’ endorsement of Trump back in January, right after suspending his own presidential campaign, was just the start. Even though the two GOP heavyweights didn’t chat until April, a breakfast meeting facilitated by real estate mogul Steve Witkoff seems to have patched things up. DeSantis is full steam ahead on Team Trump, pledging to help raise money and rally the troops.
DeSantis’ commitment to Trump is no small feat, especially given his earlier criticisms of Republicans who, let’s say, bent the knee a little too easily. Yet here he is, ready to unite the party and focus on the ultimate goal: Making America Great Again, Again. Trump couldn’t be happier to have DeSantis in his corner, supporting him in the monumental task of reclaiming America from what many consider the disastrous Biden administration.
Washington Examiner: DeSantis to speak at RNC convention despite reports of being sidelined by Trump https://t.co/3L2T8CcPa7
— Ian Hansen 🇺🇸🇺🇸 (@IanHansenFeed) July 10, 2024
Meanwhile, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, another primary contender, isn’t crying over spilled milk. Haley made it clear she’s on the Trump train, releasing her delegates and encouraging them to back the former president. Although she won’t be gracing the convention stage, her support is unwavering. Her spokeswoman noted that Trump deserves the convention he wants and Haley stands ready to support him.
All signs point to a Republican convention that’s not just an event but a battle cry. A united GOP is gearing up to take the fight to Biden and Harris, aiming to secure the border, bolster the economy, and put America back on the winning track. November is right around the corner, and the Republican base is fired up and ready to roll.
