Ron DeSantis, a prominent Republican figure who is speculated to run for the U.S. presidency in 2024, reportedly enjoys strong financial support that will sustain his campaign beyond the Iowa Republican caucus on Monday. This solid financial backing is expected to carry him through the crucial primary elections in March. A finance chair associated with DeSantis has reassured that his campaign’s funding is robust, demonstrating preparedness for the demanding presidential race.
DeSantis: Preparing for a Long Run
While DeSantis has not officially announced his candidacy, the financial assurances indicate that if he decides to enter the race, his campaign will not be hindered by financial constraints. Roy Bailey, one of his finance chairs, mentioned at a Bloomberg News roundtable in Des Moines, Iowa, that ‘We have sufficient resources to continue until Super Tuesday.’ Super Tuesday refers to the significant day in March when 15 states hold GOP primaries. This remark suggests that DeSantis has developed a long-term strategy rather than focusing solely on the short term.
A Rollercoaster Ride in the Polls
Despite the strong financial position of his potential campaign, DeSantis is currently considered an underdog, trailing behind former President Donald Trump and Nikki Haley. He currently polls at a modest 16%, which contrasts with his earlier predictions of winning in Iowa and his overall confidence in securing the nomination. Even though a third-place finish may put pressure on his campaign, DeSantis and his team remain undeterred and believe that Iowans will support their approach.
A Battle for Second Place
DeSantis is engaged in a close competition with Nikki Haley for second place, with Donald Trump leading the pack. The campaign has invested significant resources and time in Iowa, more so than in New Hampshire or South Carolina. Although recent polls show him trailing behind Trump and Nikki Haley, DeSantis’s campaign refuses to concede defeat in the Iowa caucuses. The political action committee supporting his candidacy has adopted an assertive ground game, recruiting over 1,600 precinct captains in Iowa. DeSantis has also garnered endorsements from influential figures such as Iowa’s Governor Kim Reynolds and evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats.
As DeSantis and his team brace for the Iowa caucuses amid record cold temperatures, the outcome will serve as a crucial momentum builder for the upcoming primary races. Regardless of the Iowa results, the campaign’s strong financial backing is likely to determine the duration of DeSantis’s participation in the contest.
