"DeSantis Faces Backlash as Jewish GOP Lawmaker Flips Endorsement to Trump"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis defended his record on fighting antisemitism after Republican lawmaker Randy Fine, the only Jewish Republican in the Florida legislature, flipped his endorsement to former President Donald Trump. Fine accused DeSantis of failing to address antisemitism and criticized his lack of action during antisemitic demonstrations in the state. DeSantis dismissed Fine's remarks as "pure politics" and suggested that Fine's criticism stemmed from not being named president of a university. DeSantis also defended his response to neo-Nazi marches, claiming that some participants were fake and attempting to smear him. Fine, who had previously endorsed DeSantis, wrote in an op-ed that while he appreciated the governor's words, his actions had disappointed him. DeSantis's spokesperson countered by highlighting the governor's support for Israel and efforts to combat antisemitism.