"DeSantis' Chances Against Trump Defended Despite Poll Gap: Hard Work Pays Off"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis defends his lagging poll numbers behind front-runner Donald Trump in the 2024 Republican presidential primary, attributing negative headlines to a biased mainstream press. DeSantis emphasizes the need for a state-by-state contest and highlights his efforts to build a strong organization in key early voting states. While trailing Trump nationally by nearly 30 points, DeSantis remains the second most-popular candidate. Despite concerns from his own allies, DeSantis expresses confidence in his fundraising and campaign organization, expecting more attention from Republican voters after the first primary debate.