DeSantis' Racial Concerns and Trump Support Draw Criticism.

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Newly obtained video footage shows Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and his advisers discussing how to handle backlash over a comment he made during his 2018 run for governor, in which he urged voters not to "monkey this up" by embracing a socialist agenda. DeSantis compared the issue to a "mini version of Kavanaugh" and said he needed to come at it "full throttle" to avoid appearing weak. The footage also shows DeSantis downplaying a comment made by a right-wing author that was criticized as racist. DeSantis is expected to launch a full campaign for re-election next month.
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