"DeSantis Shuts Down Plan for Florida Taxpayers to Cover Trump's Legal Bills"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has firmly stated that state taxpayers will not be responsible for covering former President Donald Trump's legal bills, rejecting attempts by some Florida Republicans to allocate millions of dollars in government funds for this purpose. Despite withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Trump, DeSantis emphasized that he would not approve such funds. This decision comes amid mounting legal challenges faced by Trump, including federal cases and charges related to election interference. DeSantis' withdrawal from the presidential race and endorsement of Trump were met with gratitude from the former president, who indicated that it was unlikely for DeSantis to have a role in his administration.