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Casey DeSantis Fuels Speculation About Potential Florida Governor Bid

The Florida first lady's ambiguous remarks and her husband's praise have intensified discussions about her possible 2026 gubernatorial run.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his wife Casey, during the Pledge of Allegiance at a presidential primary campaign appearance in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, May 31, 2023. DeSantis, 44, was born after the Vietnam War, came of age when computers were common in American homes and he still has young children of his own. If elected, he would be younger than every president since John F. Kennedy. (Rachel Mummey/New York Times)
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Overview

  • Casey DeSantis, wife of term-limited Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, avoided directly answering questions about a 2026 gubernatorial run during a Miami press conference.
  • Her comments, including a Yogi Berra quote, and her husband's subsequent remarks have led to speculation about her potential candidacy.
  • Governor DeSantis highlighted his wife's conservative values and her impactful work in behavioral health, substance abuse, and child welfare initiatives like Hope Florida.
  • If she enters the race, it could create a proxy battle between the DeSantis and Trump factions, as former President Trump has endorsed Rep. Byron Donalds for the position.
  • The press conference also focused on cancer research funding, a cause championed by Casey DeSantis, who is a breast cancer survivor.