Top GOP Donor Robert Bigelow Mulls Switching Support From DeSantis to Trump Amidst Election Concerns

Bigelow, after donating $20 million to the pro-DeSantis super PAC, remains hesitant to finance Trump's campaign until legal allegations are resolved, still open to support should Trump receive a probationary sentence.

Hotel magnate Robert Bigelow, GOP Governor Ron DeSantis' largest donor, is considering shifting his support to former President Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential elections. However, Bigelow will not contribute any funds to Trump's campaign until the latter's ongoing legal allegations are resolved.
Bigelow has expressed concerns about donating to Trump's campaign amidst potential criminal and civil trials the former president currently faces. He would consider financially supporting Trump only if a conviction leads to a probationary sentence, not imprisonment.
Robert Bigelow, who previously donated $20 million to a pro-DeSantis super PAC, has expressed dissatisfaction with DeSantis' leadership and policies, notably the six-week abortion ban signed into action in Florida. His support, however, might pivot to Trump, with Bigelow stating that the U.S. needs a 'streetwise' leader.
Trump's campaign has reportedly reached out to Bigelow despite his reluctance to make any immediate donations. The shift of a high-profile donor like Bigelow from DeSantis to Trump could complicate the Florida Governor's campaign, which is already in need of funding.
Bigelow has criticized DeSantis for running a 'weak campaign' and has expressed belief that Trump's leadership skills make him a stronger candidate, particularly in the light of current Middle-East turmoil. Bigelow's potential switch further solidifies Trump's lead in the 2024 Republican presidential nomination race.