Future Of The Republican Party

From Trump Mini-Me to Mini-Meltdown: The Rise and Fall of Ron DeSantis Just one year ago, Ron DeSantis was the golden boy of the Republican party. Hailed as "Trump Lite," the Florida governor rode a wave of popularity, fueled by culture war battles and presidential aspirations. But fast forward twelve months, and the Sunshine State's political sun seems to have set on DeSantis, leaving him with a tan and a stinging defeat in the 2024 Republican primaries. The Meteoric Rise: DeSantis's ascent was nothing short of remarkable. He embraced Trump's fiery rhetoric, waged war on "woke" culture, and signed controversial bills restricting voting rights and LGBTQ+ rights. He became a media darling, praised by conservatives and lambasted by liberals, but his star power seemed undeniable. "DeSanti...