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So fucking pathetic.

https://www.politico.com/news/2024/04/28/desantis-trump-meeting-miami-00154845

DeSantis meets with Trump to help with 2024 election

MIAMI — Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump seem ready to put their feud from the Republican presidential primary aside — for real this time.

The two Florida Republicans met in Miami Sunday morning to talk about how they could work together during the general election, according to half a dozen people familiar with the meeting who were granted anonymity to speak freely.

The meeting was first reported by the Washington Post.

The get-together was arranged by Florida real-estate broker Steve Witkoff, several people confirmed to POLITICO. A Trump campaign official said it was a “good meeting set at the request of Gov. DeSantis.”

Three DeSantis donors texted POLITICO to say that they thought the move for the two men to make peace was “smart.”

DeSantis told his most loyal donors during a retreat in Hollywood this month that he would be fundraising for Trump’s campaign, POLITICO was first to report. The Republican governor proved himself to be a prodigious fundraiserduring his 2022 reelection campaign, raising a record sum in excess of $200 million. He then parlayed much of that money toward a political action committee for a failed presidential run.

“It’s a great development and makes perfect sense for Trump, Desantis and all Republicans,” said Roy Bailey, who was one of three finance chairs for DeSantis’ presidential campaign. “Gov. DeSantis had a really strong volunteer finance team and if we could plug that in and help Trump then that’s what we need to do — and want to do. It’s important to all get together and row in the same direction.”

The pivotal turn of events could help to restore the two men’s relationship after a particularly brutal primary, where Trump often personally attacked the governor and repeatedly tried to show him up in Florida, the state they both call home. Making amends also could help to elevate DeSantis’ profile, including the role he’ll play in the 2024 general election and the GOP convention in Milwaukee.

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Trump has shown himself to get beyond some of the most bitter fights with his enemies, but it’s not clear those on Trump’s political operation will be as forgiving in the longterm since several officials, including Susie Wiles, worked for DeSantis in the past.

Trump and DeSantis worked together when the former president was in the White House, and Trump took credit during the primary for helping DeSantis become governor in 2018. He often said he felt stung by what he viewed as DeSantis’ lack of gratitude for his support.

DeSantis kept his pledge to endorse Trump for president after dropping out in January, but shortly after he proceeded to trash his former rival’s electability and criticize him for using “identity politics” in picking a running mate.

Trump was brutal in return, including by endorsing candidates in Florida — one whose election isn’t until 2026, DeSantis’ last year in office before he’ll be term-limited out. Trump even urged Republicans to level a primary against Rep. Laurel Lee, the only Republican member of the Florida delegation to have endorsed DeSantis over Trump.

DeSantis previously said he didn’t expect to campaign with Trump in Florida because the Republican-leaning state isn’t competitive — and the Trump campaign fired back that he wasn’t wanted. DeSantis often criticized Trump over his policy record as president, including on the Covid pandemic and immigration, and blasted Trump for criticizing a six-week abortion restriction he signed into law. But the governor demurred two weeks ago when POLITICO asked whether he thought Trump should say how he was voting on an abortion referendum set to go before Florida voters in November.

DeSantis has not ruled out a 2028 run for president and appears to be making amends with Republicans and others he’s fought with. Walt Disney World, for instance, settled its lawsuit against the governor after he appointed a competent official friendly to the California-based company to oversee its special taxing district, putting a two-year feud to a close.

DeSantis also has been meeting privately with donors to voice appreciation for their support, a move that is widely viewed as an effort to rebrand and retool his persona following a perception that he has failed to give gratitude to supporters for his success.

 

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1 hour ago, WhatTheBuck said:

So fucking pathetic.

https://www.politico.com/news/2024/04/28/desantis-trump-meeting-miami-00154845

DeSantis meets with Trump to help with 2024 election

MIAMI — Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump seem ready to put their feud from the Republican presidential primary aside — for real this time.

The two Florida Republicans met in Miami Sunday morning to talk about how they could work together during the general election, according to half a dozen people familiar with the meeting who were granted anonymity to speak freely.

The meeting was first reported by the Washington Post.

The get-together was arranged by Florida real-estate broker Steve Witkoff, several people confirmed to POLITICO. A Trump campaign official said it was a “good meeting set at the request of Gov. DeSantis.”

Three DeSantis donors texted POLITICO to say that they thought the move for the two men to make peace was “smart.”

DeSantis told his most loyal donors during a retreat in Hollywood this month that he would be fundraising for Trump’s campaign, POLITICO was first to report. The Republican governor proved himself to be a prodigious fundraiserduring his 2022 reelection campaign, raising a record sum in excess of $200 million. He then parlayed much of that money toward a political action committee for a failed presidential run.

“It’s a great development and makes perfect sense for Trump, Desantis and all Republicans,” said Roy Bailey, who was one of three finance chairs for DeSantis’ presidential campaign. “Gov. DeSantis had a really strong volunteer finance team and if we could plug that in and help Trump then that’s what we need to do — and want to do. It’s important to all get together and row in the same direction.”

The pivotal turn of events could help to restore the two men’s relationship after a particularly brutal primary, where Trump often personally attacked the governor and repeatedly tried to show him up in Florida, the state they both call home. Making amends also could help to elevate DeSantis’ profile, including the role he’ll play in the 2024 general election and the GOP convention in Milwaukee.

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Trump has shown himself to get beyond some of the most bitter fights with his enemies, but it’s not clear those on Trump’s political operation will be as forgiving in the longterm since several officials, including Susie Wiles, worked for DeSantis in the past.

Trump and DeSantis worked together when the former president was in the White House, and Trump took credit during the primary for helping DeSantis become governor in 2018. He often said he felt stung by what he viewed as DeSantis’ lack of gratitude for his support.

DeSantis kept his pledge to endorse Trump for president after dropping out in January, but shortly after he proceeded to trash his former rival’s electability and criticize him for using “identity politics” in picking a running mate.

Trump was brutal in return, including by endorsing candidates in Florida — one whose election isn’t until 2026, DeSantis’ last year in office before he’ll be term-limited out. Trump even urged Republicans to level a primary against Rep. Laurel Lee, the only Republican member of the Florida delegation to have endorsed DeSantis over Trump.

DeSantis previously said he didn’t expect to campaign with Trump in Florida because the Republican-leaning state isn’t competitive — and the Trump campaign fired back that he wasn’t wanted. DeSantis often criticized Trump over his policy record as president, including on the Covid pandemic and immigration, and blasted Trump for criticizing a six-week abortion restriction he signed into law. But the governor demurred two weeks ago when POLITICO asked whether he thought Trump should say how he was voting on an abortion referendum set to go before Florida voters in November.

DeSantis has not ruled out a 2028 run for president and appears to be making amends with Republicans and others he’s fought with. Walt Disney World, for instance, settled its lawsuit against the governor after he appointed a competent official friendly to the California-based company to oversee its special taxing district, putting a two-year feud to a close.

DeSantis also has been meeting privately with donors to voice appreciation for their support, a move that is widely viewed as an effort to rebrand and retool his persona following a perception that he has failed to give gratitude to supporters for his success.

 

MAGA/GQP love to throw around the "beta cuck" tag rather indiscriminately and (almost always) incorrectly. DeSantis is the textbook definition of it in this case. I wonder if he offered up Casey to him to sweeten the deal.

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I don't have a serious issue with DeSantis using state resources to campaign himself for higher office or re-election (past cycle).  Cost of doing business.  Same with a sitting President.  They still need their security detail and comms team and all the technology and safety expenditures because being cut off or injured, would cost much more in disruption to services/chain-of-command/etc.  Price we pay for Democracy.  

What I don't understand is DeSantis using those same state resources to campaign for someone else. 

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1 minute ago, HornOnTheBayou said:

Is he that much of a fucking snowflake that he gets triggered by rainbow colors during Pride Month? 

Yes he is and enjoy your freedom by the government telling your cities what colors their bridges can be lit up in. FREEDOM!!!!

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34 minutes ago, HornOnTheBayou said:

Is he that much of a fucking snowflake that he gets triggered by rainbow colors during Pride Month? 

He is a Republican man who hates The Gay, so the clock is ticking on when he gets caught "wrestling."

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On 6/10/2024 at 6:33 PM, tx 3 putt said:

Complete PoS

 

Why won’t the people that will vote for abortion and pot to be legal in their state constitution, vote in the people that want abortion and pot to be legal in their state constitution?

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21 minutes ago, jimmyjazz said:

I know "woke" is the pejorative of the day, but the idea that "unwoke" is therefore a badge of honor is hilarious.  "We're asleep and we're proud of it!!!"

 

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Oh I'm sure small government DeSantis absolutely won't try to suckle at the teet of the Big Evil Federal Government to get some disaster relief. Florida's obviously got it covered. 

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Oh I'm sure small government DeSantis absolutely won't try to suckle at the teet of the Big Evil Federal Government to get some disaster relief. Florida's obviously got it covered. 

exactly.. why stick Floridians with $205 million worth of stormwater and wastewater projects when you can get every American to pay for it in disaster relief and recovery funds.

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Oh I'm sure small government DeSantis absolutely won't try to suckle at the teet of the Big Evil Federal Government to get some disaster relief. Florida's obviously got it covered. 
"It's Joe Biden's fault that I vetoed critical infrastructure spending in the state that I govern, Florida. Now it's Biden's responsibility to spend federal tax dollars to clean up this mess. Because woke Joe Biden is bad for America and Florida! "

They'll eat that up while having the Early Bird dinner at The Villages.
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1 hour ago, GhostOfTomJoad said:

"It's Joe Biden's fault that I vetoed critical infrastructure spending in the state that I govern, Florida. Now it's Biden's responsibility to spend federal tax dollars to clean up this mess. Because woke Joe Biden is bad for America and Florida! "

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12 hours ago, yoladu said:

exactly.. why stick Floridians with $205 million worth of stormwater and wastewater projects when you can get every American to pay for it in disaster relief and recovery funds.

Small government folks!

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9 minutes ago, Jive Turkey said:

 

Florida a spanish name that is clearly 'male'   jfc  so Florido now?

On a side note, shorty has been doing all sorts of weird shit to win back good will.  A conservative leaning friend who lives in the Keys said all the locals are pissed about his special one day pre mini lobster season.   Something no one wants, no asked for, and will punish a deep red part of the state.  I think even the kool aid drinkers are starting to see him for who he is.

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2 minutes ago, tx 3 putt said:

Why does a hospital need to sell alcohol ?

 

2 minutes ago, tx 3 putt said:

Why does a hospital need to sell alcohol ?

Have you ever worked at a hospital?

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