Donald Trump endorsed Ron DeSantis before the 2024 primary race, amidst a rivalry involving David Jolly.

The entities involved

• Donald Trump →

  American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)

  • Trump ended the ceasefire agreement with Iran following recent attacks by Iranian forces.Mon 18:02
  • The Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Mon 18:02
• Ron DeSantis →

  American politician (born 1978)

  • Three separate events occurred on August 28, 2026: a Leon County grand jury report, a Colorado pardon by Polis, and alleged misuse of funds by DeSantis.Mon 17:40
  • Ron DeSantis signed the Resiliency and Safe Structures Act, which impacts historic properties in Miami Beach and involves FEMA flood criteria.Sun 16:00
• David Jolly →

  American lobbyist and politician

  • Donald Trump endorsed Byron Donalds.Sun 20:56
  • David Jolly selected Gwen Graham as his running mate, who has deep political roots in Florida.Sun 20:48

Related events

• The Florida gubernatorial race features Byron Donalds and David Jolly as primary contenders against Ron DeSantis.Aug 18
• Incumbent Ron DeSantis seeks re-election in Florida.Sat 15:46
• DeSantis administration investigates voter fraud, leading to arrests announced by James Uthmeier.Fri 21:09