Challenges Faced by Ron DeSantis: Obstacles and Turning Points
A closer look at the defining struggles that shaped Ron DeSantis's life and career.
Ron DeSantis is an American politician currently serving as the 46th Governor of Florida since 2019. A Republican, he previously served as a U.S. Representative for Florida's 6th congressional district from 2013 to 2018. Prior to his political career, DeSantis was an attorney and a naval officer. He sought the Republican presidential nomination in 2024 but withdrew from the race in January of that year.
2016: Reelected to Congress and withdrew from Senate Race
In 2016, DeSantis was reelected to Congress. He briefly ran for U.S. Senate in 2016 but withdrew when incumbent Senator Marco Rubio sought reelection.
2016: Withdrew from Senate Race
In 2016, DeSantis withdrew from the Senate race after Rubio ended his presidential bid and ran for reelection to the Senate. DeSantis then ran for reelection to the House.
June 2017: Present Before Congressional Baseball Shooting
In June 2017, DeSantis was present before the congressional baseball shooting, and the perpetrator asked him whether the players were Republicans.
January 2024: DeSantis Withdraws from Presidential Race
In January 2024, DeSantis withdrew his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
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