Ron DeSantis’ ratings are up, is the Florida governor’s bid going up in smoke? | World news
Just weeks after throwing his hat into the ring for the 2024 presidential race, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is facing a major setback as his approval rating takes a nosedive. New data from online polling firm Civiqs shows a dramatic decline in DeSantis’ popularity, with an average approval rating of 19 negative points. It looks like the Governor’s plan for the White House may hit some roadblocks.
According to the dynamic rating rating graph, a surprising 55 percent of the respondents disapproved of DeSantis, compared to only 36 percent who took a favorable view of the Republican Governor. The numbers are particularly dismal among demographics, with significantly worse ratings among those ages 18-34, women, African Americans, and the Hispanic/Latino population.
This drop in approval came as a surprise to many who saw DeSantis as a rising star within the Republican Party. A few months ago, a growing trend suggested that it might be the GOP’s best chance at winning the White House in 2024. However, recent events have shown a different trajectory.
The drop in DeSantis’ approval rating coincided with a resurgence in support for former President Donald Trump, despite ongoing legal troubles. Trump, who faces multiple criminal and civil charges, also maintains a higher disapproval rating than DeSantis. However, in the GOP primary elections, Trump often outperformed the Florida Governor, cementing his position as the preferred candidate among Republican voters.
Even DeSantis’ recent announcement of his presidential bid in a glitchy Twitter event failed to make a significant impact on his poll numbers. While Trump’s approval rating remains flat, DeSantis has struggled to gain traction, with his poll numbers stagnating or even declining.
The latest Morning Consult poll highlights the challenges DeSantis faces in closing the gap with Trump. The former president maintains a commanding lead, with a significant 34-point advantage over the Florida Governor. Also, a significant portion of potential primary voters reported hearing negative information about DeSantis in recent weeks, highlighting potential obstacles on his path to the nomination.
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As DeSantis struggles with declining approval ratings and struggles to gain ground against Trump, his presidential bid could be in jeopardy. The road to the White House is fraught with challenges, and the Governor will need to reorganize and strategize to revive his campaign. Whether you can change the current trend and regain the momentum remains to be seen. The race for the Republican nomination is far from over, and only time will tell if DeSantis can regain his footing and become a serious contender in the 2024 presidential race.
