Overview
- On Fox & Friends, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said a portion of President Donald Trump’s supporters vote only when Trump is on the ballot, creating a midterm turnout risk for Republicans.
- He pressed House Republicans to roll out bold, contrast-driving proposals every day, emphasizing the economy, immigration and parents’ rights to energize voters.
- DeSantis criticized congressional Republicans for limited action since August and argued that sustained policy moves are needed to keep voters engaged.
- He cited Tennessee’s special election, where Republican Matt Van Epps won by roughly nine points, far below Trump’s 2024 margin in the district, as a warning sign.
- Florida Politics reported bettors on Polymarket giving Democrats a 78% chance to flip the House, heightening concerns given the GOP’s narrow majority.