OnPolitics: DeSantis is trailing Trump. Here's a look at his comeback plan.

DeSantis has long been a hope of Republicans who don't want to see former President Donald Trump reelected.

Advertisement Read in browser Read in browser On Politics Thu Jul 6 2023 Marina Pitofsky | NOW reporter Hi there, OnPolitics readers! Here's one thing you should know about the crowded 2024 Republican primary: Ron DeSantis thinks presidential campaigns are marathons, not sprints. That's according to USA TODAY's David Jackson, who reported that the Florida governor's presidential campaign seems to be stuck in neutral. DeSantis was long the hope of Republicans who don't want to see former President Donald Trump elected to a second term, but he has failed to catch up to the former president in recent polling. Trump has built leads of more than 30 percentage points in some national polls. And some Republicans believe DeSantis has to boost his day-to-day efforts on the campaign trail. Anthony Scaramucci, a former White House communications director for Trump, told USA TODAY that his chair "is more charismatic than" DeSantis. "He has no retail touch or common appeal," Scaramucci said. A DeSantis' comeback plan? Some of the Florida governor's efforts include developing voter turnout operations, rolling out policy proposals and looking toward upcoming GOP primary debates. But it's not certain Trump will even participate. "Donald Trump has to explain to Republican voters why he didn't do the things he is now promising in his first term as president," DeSantis press secretary Bryan Griffin told USA TODAY, saying the Florida leader "over-delivered on his promises as governor and has the national vision we need to restore our country." Read more: Ron DeSantis is way behind Donald Trump. Here's his comeback plan. Stay in the know on politics: Sign up for the OnPolitics newsletter Joe Biden, like Reagan, turns his age into a punchline Joe Biden is taking on one of his greatest liabilities – his age – by embracing it with humor as he asks voters for another four years in office. READ MORE Advertisement Impeachments, Biden family investigations, more: 5 fights to watch Lawmakers in Washington are gearing up for five major battles this fall. From impeachment efforts to spending negotiations, here is what you need to know. READ MORE Donald Trump 'body man' Walt Nauta pleads not guilty in documents case Walt Nauta, Donald Trump's aide and so-called "body man," pleaded not guilty on Tuesday in a Miami federal courthouse. READ MORE Mike Pence would consider pardoning Trump only if he were found guilty "And I think any pardon that you could conduct would only be appropriate to consider after somebody has been found guilty," Pence said. READ MORE Haiti's bleak crisis is worsening. The U.S says intervention is needed The U.S. has not offered to lead a security mission to Haiti, partly because of its history of failed interventions there. READ MORE Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ Advertisement Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •   Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •   Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •  Privacy Notice  •   Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback