DeSantis's Presidential Ambitions Increasingly at Odds with Florida Leadership and Former Allies

DeSantis's actions against Disney have upset former supporters and allies, including Trump and Florida lawmakers.
Despite criticism, a poll found surprising support for DeSantis's moves against Disney from Democrats and Republicans nationwide.
DeSantis is struggling in early polls against Trump for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination but beats Biden in hypothetical matchups.
DeSantis's obsession with punishing Disney threatens his electability in a general election, though he argues he is defending parents' rights.
While positioning himself as the rational alternative to Trump, DeSantis's personal habits and interpersonal skills have drawn criticism from allies and lawmakers.