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December 4, 2024 at 6:04 PM

Trump considering new options for Defense Secretary nomination

With President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to run the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, in jeopardy, sources tell ABC News Trump is considering other people for the job.
December 4, 2024 at 6:04 PM
VIDEO: Trump considering new options for Defense Secretary nomination
December 4, 2024 at 12:40 PM

Ron DeSantis, Joni Ernst potential defense secretary nominees if Hegseth drops out

Sources familiar with private discussions tell ABC News that a growing list of replacements is emerging to possibly replace Pete Hegseth as defense secretary nominee.
December 4, 2024 at 12:40 PM
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis speaks during the second day of the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 16, 2024. Days after he survived an assassination attempt Donald Trump won formal nomination as the Republican presidential candidate and picked right-wing loyalist J.D. Vance for running mate, kicking off a triumphalist party convention in the wake of last weekend's failed assassination attempt.
2 months ago

Hurricane Milton was ‘not worst-case scenario’: DeSantis

The Florida governor updates on the damage from Hurricane Milton.
2 months ago
3 months ago

Florida Gov. DeSantis refused call from VP Harris about hurricane aid: Source

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has refused to take a call with Vice President Kamala Harris about Hurricane Milton, a source close to the governor told ABC News.
3 months ago
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks about Hurricane Helene as Adjutant General of Florida Major General John Haas looks on during a press briefing at the Emergency Operations Center in Tallahassee, Fla., Sept. 26, 2024.
3 months ago

Secret Service tells Trump more security, planning needed to continue golf outings

Amid Florida's state investigation into the assassination attempt, the Secret Service told Trump more security and planning is needed to continue golf outings.
3 months ago
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump, looks on during a campaign rally on Sept. 13, 2024, in Las Vegas.
3 months ago

Florida Gov. DeSantis gives updates on the apparent assassination attempt on Trump

Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will assign the case of the apparent assassination attempt on former President Trump to the office of statewide prosecutor under the state attorney general.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Florida Governor DeSantis gives updates on the apparent assassination attempt on Trump
5 months ago

After bashing Trump in primary, Haley and DeSantis preach unity at RNC

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley told the RNC it's important to unify the party.
5 months ago
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (L) and former US Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley smile during the fifth Republican presidential primary debate at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, on Jan. 10, 2024.
5 months ago

Ron DeSantis blasts Biden's 'Weekend at Bernie’s presidency'

The Florida governor and former candidate for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination spoke on the second day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Ron DeSantis blasts Biden's 'Weekend at Bernie’s presidency'
5 months ago

How DeSantis and Haley see their potential paths to beating Trump

DeSantis and Haley see opportunity in New Hampshire and South Carolina to, somehow, cut into Trump's huge lead in popularity in the Republican primary
5 months ago
Nikki Haley, Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis.
5 months ago

DeSantis swipes at Trump's Civil War comments, says he won't drop out and endorse

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis swiped at Donald Trump's suggestion that an end to the Civil War could have been negotiated by Lincoln with slave-holding states
5 months ago
Republican presidential candidate Florida Governor Ron DeSantis speaks during a campaign event at McDivot's Indoor Sports Pub on Jan.7, 2024 in Grimes, Iowa.
5 months ago

DeSantis talks Trump, Black history, Disney, state of GOP primary and more

DeSantis sought to contrast himself with Trump while defending against criticism of his campaign and speaking about his plan for the southern border and other issues
5 months ago
Florida Governor and Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis speaks with ABC News Live Prime anchor Lindsey Davis during an interview, Sept. 20, 2023 in Midland, Texas.
5 months ago

DeSantis calls out Trump abortion comment as 'mistake': He's 'different' than in 2016

DeSantis criticized Trump for calling Florida's six-week abortion ban "terrible," with DeSantis accusing his 2024 rival of being "a different candidate" than 2016
5 months ago
Florida Governor and Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis speaks with ABC News Live Prime anchor Lindsey Davis during an interview, Sept. 20, 2023 in Midland, Texas.
5 months ago

DeSantis' administration advises against updated COVID shots for people under 65

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is advising against the use of the new COVID-19 booster for people under the age of 65, even as infections tick upward in the U.S.
5 months ago
Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a campaign event, June 2, 2023, in Lexington, S.C.
5 months ago

DeSantis, visiting with 9/11 families, calls for 'transparency and accountability'

Ron DeSantis attended a 9/11 commemoration ceremony at ground zero in New York City on Monday, appearing with more than a dozen people who lost family on Sep. 11
5 months ago
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis arrives ahead of the ceremony marking the 22nd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center at the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, in New York City, Sept. 11, 2023.
5 months ago

DeSantis agrees to debate Newsom on Fox News, bringing their rivalry onstage

Govs. Ron DeSantis and Gavin Newsom -- political rivals who have criticized one another for months -- have agreed to a debate hosted by Fox News' Sean Hannity.
5 months ago
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a town hall event in Hollis, N.H., June 27, 2023.
5 months ago

NBA team donates $50K to DeSantis super PAC

The NBA's Orlando Magic donated $50,000 to Never Back Down, the super PAC supporting Ron DeSantis' presidential bid, according to financial records filed by this week
5 months ago
The Orlando Magic logo is seen on a uniform, March 30, 2022, in Washington, D.C.
5 months ago

DeSantis uninjured in car crash while heading to event: Campaign

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was in a car crash on Tuesday morning in Tennessee on the way to an event in Chattanooga, his campaign said.
5 months ago
Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during the Family Leadership Summit, July 14, 2023, in Des Moines, Iowa.
5 months ago

DeSantis says Trump could've 'come out more forcefully' during Jan. 6

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday tried to walk a fine line when asked about former President Donald Trump's actions on Jan. 6 after Trump was sent a target letter
5 months ago
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis rolls out his military policy proposal during an event for his 2024 presidential campaign, July 18, 2023, in West Columbia, S.C.
5 months ago

Pence struggles, Trump ahead of DeSantis and more presidential fundraising highlights

Presidential campaigns had until July 15 to disclose how much money they raised in the second quarter of 2023, offering an early gauge of their war chests
5 months ago
Republican presidential candidate, former President Donald Trump stands on stage after being introduced during the New Hampshire Federation of Republican Women's Lilac Luncheon, June 27, 2023, in Concord, N.H. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a campaign rally, June 26, 2023, in Eagle Pass, Texas.
6 months ago

Ron DeSantis ends presidential campaign before New Hampshire primary

Ron DeSantis is ending his 2024 Republican presidential campaign after failing to overtake Trump in polling or in the early vote
6 months ago
Republican presidential candidate, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to supporters during a campaign rally at the Cara Irish Pub & Restaurant on Jan. 19, 2024 in Dover.
6 months ago

Former top Florida law enforcement official sues DeSantis

Shane Desguin accused Gov. Ron DeSantis of forcing him to retire after he refused to carry out orders he said were illegal or inappropriate, according to a lawsuit.
6 months ago
VIDEO: Former top Florida law enforcement official sues DeSantis
6 months ago

Top law enforcement official sues DeSantis, alleging he was fired for blowing whistle

Shane Desguin says he blew the whistle on issues, including violations of state public records laws and illegal orders to arrest demonstrators without probable cause.
6 months ago
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at press conference at the Hollywood Fire Rescue Station 5, on June 14, 2024.
8 months ago

Trump and DeSantis meet to 'bury the hatchet' after 2024 primary fight: Sources

Real estate investor Steve Witkoff arranged the meeting, a second source said. DeSantis had breakfast with Trump while he was playing golf.
8 months ago
Real estate investor Steve Witkoff arranged the meeting, a second source said. DeSantis had breakfast with Trump while he was playing golf.
8 months ago

Trump and DeSantis meet to 'bury the hatchet' after 2024 primary fight: Sources

DeSantis met privately with Trump in Miami on Sunday, multiple sources say, marking the latest development in the pair's rocky relationship after the Republican primary
8 months ago
In this Nov. 3, 2018 file photo Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis speaks with President Donald Trump at a campaign rally at the Pensacola International Airport  in Pensacola, Fla.
8 months ago

DeSantis scales back book ban law amid spike in Florida book objections

As Florida faces a growing number of book ban attempts, Gov. Ron DeSantis is scaling back book ban policies.
8 months ago
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to a crowd at Adventure Outdoors gun store, March 30, 2023, in Smyrna, Ga.
9 months ago

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs restrictive social media bill

The bill bans social media accounts for children under 14, and requires parental permission for 14- and 15-year-olds.
9 months ago
VIDEO: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs restrictive social media bill
10 months ago

Ron DeSantis cracks down on spring break hot spots

The Florida governor is sending state troopers to hot spots along the coast hoping to prevent the violence similar to last year in Miami Beach.
10 months ago
VIDEO: Ron DeSantis cracks down on spring break hot spots
10 months ago

How DeSantis’ exit could impact New Hampshire primary

The Republican primary is now a two-person race between former President Donald Trump and Nikki Haley.
10 months ago
VIDEO: How DeSantis’ exit could impact New Hampshire primary
10 months ago

DeSantis ends presidential campaign, endorses Trump

The Florida governor suspended his 2024 campaign less than 48 hours before New Hampshire's primary.
10 months ago
VIDEO: DeSantis ends presidential campaign, endorses Trump
10 months ago

DeSantis rules out being Trump's VP, blames ex-aides with 'ax to grind' for attacks

The Florida governor made the comments in a call with supporters.
10 months ago
Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during the 2023 First in the Nation Leadership Summit on Oct. 13, 2023, in Nashua, N.H.
1 year ago

Transgender Floridians can no longer change ID gender markers

Florida transgender residents will no longer be allowed to change the listed gender on their driver’s licenses or state ID.
1 year ago
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a campaign event, Jan. 17, 2024, in Hampton, N.H.
1 year ago

Federal judge dismisses Disney lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis

A Florida judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Disney against Gov. Ron DeSantis over the Reedy Creek Improvement District.
1 year ago
People gather at the Magic Kingdom theme park before the "Festival of Fantasy" parade at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla., July 30, 2022.
1 year ago

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ends presidential campaign

ABC News Senior Congressional Correspondent Rachel Scott discusses Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ending his presidential campaign and what it means for the race.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ends presidential campaign
1 year ago

DeSantis couldn't shake Trump's hold on the GOP

Donald Trump's hold on the GOP looms over Ron DeSantis's failed presidential campaign.
1 year ago
President Donald Trump introduces Florida Governor Ron DeSantis during a homecoming campaign rally at the BB&T Center, Nov. 26, 2019, in Sunrise, Fla.
1 year ago

Ron DeSantis ends presidential campaign

The Florida governor is now endorsing former President Donald Trump for the Republican Party nomination.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Ron DeSantis ends presidential campaign
1 year ago

Trump, Haley and DeSantis supporters talk New Hampshire primary, issues

In advance of the New Hampshire primary, a roundtable of GOP voters in Manchester discuss everything from immigration to Donald Trump.
1 year ago
In advance of the New Hampshire primary, a roundtable of GOP voters in Manchester discuss everything from immigration to Donald Trump.
1 year ago

DeSantis exits 2024 race right after aide says he won't

Meanwhile, Trump and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley are growing increasingly combative on the trail
1 year ago
Republican presidential candidate, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to supporters during a campaign rally at the Courtyard by Marriott Nashua on Jan. 19, 2024 in Nashua, New Hampshire.
1 year ago

Ron DeSantis ends his 2024 presidential bid

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made the announcement with less than 48 hours until voting in New Hampshire's primary.
1 year ago
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made the announcement with less than 48 hours until voting in New Hampshire's primary.
1 year ago

DeSantis sets sights on weakening Haley in SC as both push for 1-on-1 race with Trump

DeSantis will make more stops in South Carolina before New Hampshire voters cast their ballots, sources said
1 year ago
Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at a rally, Jan. 16, 2024, in Greenville, South Carolina.
1 year ago

DeSantis projected to pull ahead of Haley in race for second place in Iowa caucuses

Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley are focused on gaining ground in the New Hampshire primary, now just a week away.
1 year ago
VIDEO: DeSantis projected to pull ahead of Haley in race for second place in Iowa caucuses
1 year ago

What Trump’s projected victory in Iowa means for DeSantis, Haley

In what was largely regarded as the race for second place, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is projected to have pulled ahead of former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley.
1 year ago
VIDEO: What Trump’s projected victory in Iowa means for DeSantis, Haley
1 year ago

DeSantis expected to come in 2nd in Iowa caucus

Gov. Ron DeSantis compared himself to Donald Trump Monday night and said "I'm going to get the job done, not going to make any excuses."
1 year ago
VIDEO: DeSantis expected to come in second in Iowa Caucus
1 year ago

Ron DeSantis speaks out ahead of Iowa caucuses

ABC News’ Whit Johnson speaks with Republican presidential candidate and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ahead of the Iowa caucuses Monday.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Ron DeSantis speaks out ahead of Iowa caucuses
1 year ago

DeSantis makes final pitch to voters ahead of first 2024 votes

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is making a last pitch to Iowa voters as he fights to break through in the decisive Iowa caucuses.
1 year ago
VIDEO: DeSantis makes final pitch to voters ahead of first 2024 votes
1 year ago

Haley and DeSantis trail Trump ahead of Iowa caucuses

While Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis both trail former President Trump in the polls, they hope their time and money spent with voters in the state will pay off on voting day.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Haley and DeSantis trail Trump ahead of Iowa caucuses
1 year ago

Trump, Haley and DeSantis supporters talk Iowa caucuses

Ahead of the Iowa caucuses, a roundtable of GOP voters in Des Moines discuss which issues are most important to them.
1 year ago
Ahead of the Iowa caucuses, a roundtable of GOP voters in Des Moines discuss which issues are most important to them.
1 year ago

Trump focuses ‘election on things’ that are ‘advantageous for Democrats’: DeSantis

ABC News’ Jonathan Karl interviews GOP presidential candidate Ron DeSantis on “This Week.”
1 year ago
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Gov. Ron DeSantis
1 year ago

If Trump is GOP nominee, 2024 race will be focused on his legal troubles: DeSantis

If Trump is the 2024 Republican nominee, the election will be dominated by the legal issues and other controversies he's facing, Ron Desantis argued on Sunday
1 year ago
Republican presidential candidate Florida Governor Ron DeSantis speaks at a campaign event at Jethro's BBQ, on Jan. 11, 2024, in Ames, Iowa.
1 year ago

What's each Republican candidate's path to the nomination?

An explanation of 538's new Republican primary delegate benchmarks.
1 year ago
Different Republican presidential candidates have different paths to the nomination.
1 year ago

DeSantis and Haley battle each other during Republican debate

Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley have both been criticized for not going harder after Former President Trump.
1 year ago
VIDEO: In Tuesday Republican debate, DeSantis and Haley battle each other