Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has openly acknowledged his lower polling numbers in recent campaign fundraisers, where donors questioned his strategy for surpassing former President Donald Trump. Despite trailing Trump by significant margins in national and state polls, DeSantis remains confident in his campaign strategy and his ability to win the presidency. Supporters at fundraisers in Wisconsin and Illinois reported that DeSantis recognized the polling gap but maintained that the race is primarily between him and Trump. He argued that he is best positioned to defeat President Joe Biden in the general election. Attendees stated that DeSantis was straightforward in his analysis, acknowledging the current early stage of the campaign and emphasizing the importance of key states. They believe that the polls favoring Trump after his potential indictment reflect dissatisfaction with the Democratic Party’s performance in power rather than a rejection of DeSantis.
While polls in Iowa consistently show Trump in the lead, a super PAC supporting DeSantis, called “Never Back Down,” claims to have internal polling data demonstrating DeSantis’ consistent lead over Trump in net favorability. They argue that early state voters are not firmly committed to their chosen candidates and often make decisions based on personal interactions and debates. The campaign memo also suggests that DeSantis and Trump remain the most viable options for two-thirds of the GOP primary electorate, with South Carolina Senator Tim Scott lacking the necessary fighting spirit. DeSantis’ campaign spokesperson, Andrew Romeo, expressed confidence in their approach, stating that they will prioritize the early states while also building a solid infrastructure for the long run.
Donors who attended DeSantis’ fundraisers expressed little concern over his current second place position in the polls, citing the early stage of the campaign. Some donors believe that DeSantis would be leading if this were a typical campaign with multiple candidates, but Trump’s presence complicates the dynamics. They emphasized the importance of highlighting DeSantis’ accomplishments in Florida and presenting them as applicable to the United States on a state-by-state basis. The fundraisers held in Wisconsin and Illinois, hosted by influential Republican donors, reportedly raised around $1 million.
DeSantis plans to continue holding fundraisers across the country until mid-August, visiting various states such as Colorado, New York, Tennessee, and Massachusetts. He aims to focus on his biography and military background in the coming weeks, creating an indirect contrast with Trump. His wife, Casey DeSantis, is actively involved in fundraising efforts and recently launched a voter mobilization program targeting mothers.
DeSantis also discussed the first presidential debate, expressing his expectation that Trump will participate despite Trump’s previous remarks suggesting otherwise. DeSantis stated in an interview that no candidate is entitled to the nomination and that Trump should step up and participate in the debate. He emphasized the importance of focusing on policy rather than engaging in name-calling.
When asked about his lagging poll numbers, DeSantis attributes them to media narratives and claims that the media opposes his candidacy because he is viewed as the candidate most likely to defeat Biden. He dismisses national polls, emphasizing his focus on early primary states and building campaign infrastructure. DeSantis remains confident, stating that he is one of two candidates capable of winning the nomination, and he believes that his campaign’s hard work and progress will ultimately lead to victory.
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