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With DeSantis running, foreign governments eye people in his orbit

As the Florida governor emerged as the most viable GOP alternative to Donald Trump, foreign entities turned to DeSantis advisers to push their interests.

Politico

As 2024 nears, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis looms large over Gov. Greg Abbott in Texas

DeSantis and Abbott often appear to be locked in an unspoken ideological arms race as they take turns leading and then following one another, enacting policies and backing bills that push both states further to the right.

The Texas Tribune

Meet Ron DeSantis’ inner circle

These are the people advising the Florida Republican as he weighs whether to run for president.

Politico

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DeSantis’ second inauguration is being watched closely as a preview of what’s to come

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Ron DeSantis will be sworn in Tuesday to his second term as Florida’s 46th governor, and it is already being seen as the start of his audition for the presidency.

Tribune News Service

Who is Casey DeSantis? Florida's first lady plays major role in husband’s success

ORLANDO, Fla. — Sitting cross-legged on a couch in the Governor’s Mansion wearing a soft lilac sweater and blue jeans, Casey DeSantis stared directly into the camera to talk about how her husband, Gov. Ron DeSantis, helped her get through her treatment for breast cancer.

Orlando Sentinel

Don vs Ron: Trump’s DeSantis rivalry could tear US Republican party in two

At the exact moment Donald Trump was announcing his 2024 run to a muted reception from family and friends at his Mar-a-Lago resort, Ron DeSantis was being greeted with a standing ovation from the Republican Party faithful.

Irish Independent

Money isn’t everything: Demings hauls in cash but Rubio holds firm

Demings has raised significantly more money in the race — $48 million to Rubio’s $36 million, but the race is about much more than money.

Politico

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American influence has a new address on State Street

Lobbying firms increasingly shift money and staff to where they see their influence have greater impact — in state capitals.

Politico

DeSantis tests limits of his combative style in Disney feud

In taking on Disney, Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis is testing the limits of his combative leadership style while sending an unmistakable message to his rivals

The Independent UK

Taiwan pays $900,000 for ally Guatemala to lobby Washington

Guatemala has hired for $900,000 a major supporter of former President Donald Trump to seek influence with U.S. officials in an unusual lobbying contract paid for by its ally Taiwan

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