Find the latest news about Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. DeSantis, a Republican, was first elected as governor in 2018 and handily won reelection in 2022. He launched a bid for the White House in 2023. Though he dropped out of the presidential race in January, he is expected to retain significant power through his governorship.
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