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Trump is set to get a fundraising boost from Wall Street executive Omeed Malik, who helped Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis fund his failed presidential bid.

Former Ron DeSantis Wall Street fundraiser to bolster Trump's campaign war chest

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday announced that he is sending hundreds of National Guard troops to the southern border to assist Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's efforts.

Florida Gov Ron DeSantis sending National Guard troops to assist Gov Abbott at southern border

DeSantis’ presidential campaign had $9.7 million in the bank at the end of 2023, but he couldn’t use most of it, according to a new campaign finance filing.

Travel costs, staff and ads added up before Ron DeSantis dropped out

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called for Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., to be expelled from Congress and deported over a controversial speech she gave to constituents over the weekend.

Ron DeSantis calls for Ilhan Omar’s deportation, expulsion from Congress for ‘Somalia First’ comments

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis quickly endorsed Trump when he dropped his presidential bid — but he also took something of a swipe at the former president a day later. 

Trump's calls for GOP 'unity' face two big hurdles: Ron DeSantis and Trump

Howard Kurtz shares his insight on why Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis have not reached the same level of support as former President Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential primaries.

New Hampshire showdown: Why Trump is connecting with voters and Haley and DeSantis have not

Former President Trump suggested he could get a boost from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' supporters in New Hampshire, comparing their views on the border and taxes.

Trump says he'll get DeSantis voters' support: 'He fought hard'

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis launched a final attack at former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley as he announced the end of his presidential campaign Monday.

DeSantis takes parting shot, says Haley represents 'warmed-over corporatism'

What went wrong for Ron DeSantis that led to him dropping his bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination and deciding to back former President Donald Trump?

Down and out: What went wrong with Ron DeSantis' run for the Republican presidential nomination?

The Florida governor's Sunday dropout was the culmination of a week of internal conversations following his distant second-place finish in Iowa. 

Inside the final hours of Ron DeSantis' ill-fated campaign

Nikki Haley makes a pitch for voters who were supporting Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in the Republican presidential nomination race to not back former President Donald Trump.

Haley reveals pitch to DeSantis voters, pledges she'll 'absolutely' move on to South Carolina after NH primary

Former President Donald Trump thanked Governor Ron DeSantis for bowing out of the 2024 race during a campaign stop and pledged to retire the "DeSanctimonious" nickname.

Trump addresses enthusiastic New Hampshire volunteers, announces retirement of 'DeSanctimonious' nickname

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is setting her eyes on defeating former President Trump after Gov. Ron DeSantis dropped out of the 2024 race.

Haley rallies supporters against Trump after DeSantis drops out: 'May the best woman win'

Florida Governor DeSantis suspended his 2024 presidential campaign on Sunday afternoon, and endorsed former President Donald Trump.

Trump ‘very honored’ by DeSantis endorsement after Florida governor suspends presidential run

Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended his presidential campaign and endorsed Donald Trump, sparking applause and gratitude from some on social media.

Conservatives celebrate DeSantis dropping out and endorsing Trump: 'Uniting the GOP'

GOP lawmakers including Katie Britt, Kevin Kramer, Tom Cotton, John Hoeven, Mike Johnson, Tom Emmer, Marco Rubio and others have endorsed former President Trump's reelection bid.

DeSantis, other GOP lawmakers that are supporting Trump in his 2024 run for POTUS

Republican Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., says DeSantis will edge former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley in her home state's upcoming GOP presidential primary.

DeSantis surrogate says 'we never had high expectations' for New Hampshire, 'real fight' in South Carolina

A new poll indicates Donald Trump remains the commanding front-runner in New Hampshire's Republican presidential primary with Nikki Haley behind by double-digits, and Ron DeSantis a distant third.

Trump lead over Haley expands in closing days before New Hampshire GOP presidential primary

Haley greeted news of Ron DeSantis leaving the race by wishing "may the best woman win." Several Republicans said it won't boost her much. One called the primary "over."

Nikki Haley finally has the one-on-one match she's craved. It may be too late.

The move comes two days before the primary in the state, where he was projected to fall behind both former President Donald Trump and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley. 

Ron DeSantis suspends his presidential bid and endorses Trump 

Muddled messages, hiring too many staffers and even a puzzle — how it all went wrong for DeSantis' presidential bid. 

'A total failure to launch': Why Ron DeSantis was doomed from the start

Former President Trump took aim at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis during a campaign rally Saturday, accusing him of "short circuit[ing]" during a Fox News interview.

Trump teases DeSantis over Fox interview about Iowa results: 'Short circuits'

Florida Gov. and GOP presidential candidate Ron DeSantis' campaign canceled Sunday TV appearances on NBC and CNN due to a scheduling issue, his campaign said.

DeSantis cancels NBC, CNN appearances Sunday over scheduling issue ahead of New Hampshire primary

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis views a new endorsement for former President Donald Trump by Tim Scott as a “major blow" to another Republican presidential nomination rival - Nikki Haley.

Ron DeSantis argues Tim Scott endorsement of Donald Trump 'is a blow to Nikki Haley'

The 2024 Republican primary is in full swing, as former President Donald Trump continues to hold a commanding lead over Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley.

State of the 2024 Republican primary: Where the race stands

A new New Hampshire's GOP presidential primary poll shows former President Trump with a double digit lead over former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in a distant third.

Trump holds double-digit lead in New Hampshire GOP presidential primary as Haley edges up in latest poll

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley argues that Gov. Ron DeSantis 'is invisible' in New Hampshire- and emphasizes 'it's Trump we're going after'

Haley argues DeSantis 'is invisible' - emphasizes 'it's Trump we're going after'

Republican lawmakers are galvanized after former President Trump's victory in the Iowa caucuses, with some calling on the other candidates in the race to drop out.

GOP lawmakers hail Trump’s ‘big victory’ in Iowa; some call for DeSantis, Haley to drop out

As Ron DeSantis campaigned in New Hampshire, Fox News confirmed that his campaign was moving the majority of its staff from Iowa to South Carolina rather than the first primary state.

DeSantis campaigns in New Hampshire, but most of his staff moves to focus on South Carolina

A new poll in New Hampshire's Republican presidential primary indicates former President Trump at 50%, with former Gov. Nikki Haley at 34% and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis at 5%.

New Hampshire GOP primary a 2-person race between Trump and Haley, new poll indicates

Former GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy called on Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley to drop out of the race, saying endorsing Trump would be more "healthy" for the country.

Vivek Ramaswamy urges DeSantis and Haley to drop out of race

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at a CNN Town Hall in New Hampshire on Tuesday and hit on several issues including his finish in Iowa and his criticisms of President Biden.

DeSantis blasts Haley, Trump, Biden at New Hampshire town hall with one week until GOP primary

Trump, celebrating his landslide victory over DeSantis and Haley in Iowa's Republican presidential caucus, quickly set his sights on New Hampshire, which votes next in the GOP calendar.

Republican presidential primary battle moves on to New Hampshire after Trump romps in Iowa

Campaign insiders are pinning their hopes on next month's South Carolina primary.

Ron DeSantis is in survival mode as Nikki Haley battles Trump in New Hampshire

Ron DeSantis finished second but has a tough outlook. And Nikki Haley finished a close third but might not be building a coalition that can compete in a GOP primary.

Takeaways from the Iowa caucuses: Trump benefits from fierce, distant fight for second

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis finished in second place in Iowa on Monday night solidifying his position as the top challenger to former President Donald Trump.

What's next for Gov. DeSantis after second place finish in Iowa?

GOP presidential candidate Ron DeSantis has beaten Nikki Haley for a second place finish in the Iowa caucuses, Fox News Decision Desk projects, following Donald Trump's historic victory in the Hawkeye State.

DeSantis edges Haley for second place finish in Iowa, behind Trump's historic caucus win

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race after a finishing second in the Iowa caucuses.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis drops out of 2024 presidential race, endorses Trump

Sen. Marco Rubio, who former President Trump used to call "Little Marco" in the 2016 race, endorsed the former president ahead of the Iowa caucuses.

Rubio becomes 2nd Florida senator to endorse Trump over DeSantis

It’s caucus day in Iowa, and all signs point to a decisive win for former President Donald Trump, while Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis are the best positioned to take home that silver medal.

For a glimpse into 'Iowa Silver,' watch these counties first tonight

Donald Trump, Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswamy campaign in the Iowa caucuses, the first contest in the Republican presidential nominating calendar.

Trump, Haley and DeSantis have plenty on the line as Iowa caucuses kick off the GOP presidential race

The survey finds Donald Trump leading among likely GOP caucusgoers at 48%, with Nikki Haley at 20% and Ron DeSantis at 16%.

Final Iowa poll: Trump maintains dominant lead before caucuses

Presidential candidate Nikki Haley reacted to Ron DeSantis' decision to host a rally in South Carolina instead of traveling directly to New Hampshire.

Haley on DeSantis heading to South Carolina before New Hampshire: 'We don't have to hop a state'

Ron DeSantis has a lot at stake on Monday night when Iowa's caucuses lead off the Republican presidential nominating calendar. A third place finish could sink his campaign

Ron DeSantis places his chips on Iowa's caucuses. Will his 2024 bet pay off on Monday

Where Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis, and Nikki Haley stand in a highly anticipated and highly reputable poll released two days before Iowa's Republican presidential caucuses

Trump first, Haley second, DeSantis third in highly anticipated final poll ahead of Iowa caucuses

Ron DeSantis to make a detour to South Carolina following the Iowa caucuses before heading to New Hampshire, as he targets rival Nikki Haley in the Republican presidential nomination race.

Surprise move: DeSantis campaign tries to outflank Haley in her own state after Iowa caucus

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis gained 50 new endorsements from pastors and faith leaders in Iowa, just three days being the crucial Iowa caucuses.

DeSantis racks up 50 new endorsements from Iowa faith leaders days ahead of pivotal caucuses

Blizzard conditions slam into Iowa three days before the caucuses lead off the Republican presidential nominating calendar, forcing Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley to alter their campaign plans

Haley cancels in-person campaign stops, all but two DeSantis events also scrapped due to Iowa blizzard

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis mixed it up with climate protesters multiple times during a campaign event in Ames, Iowa, on Thursday, with one protester being tackled by security.

DeSantis shuts down 'numbnuts' climate protesters at Iowa event, security tackles to ground: 'I'm doing this'

A new poll in Iowa suggests that former ambassador and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has moved past Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for a distant second place behind former President Trump.