"Trump's Criticism of Evangelical Leader Endorsing DeSantis Sparks Controversy"

Former President Trump criticizes influential Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats for endorsing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, calling him a "scammer" and accusing him of taking $95,000 and endorsing a candidate "who is going nowhere." Vander Plaats had praised DeSantis for his leadership and ability to win in 2024. Trump's campaign mocked Vander Plaats and claimed that his endorsement and that of Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds would not save DeSantis. Trump also criticized Reynolds, calling her "disloyal" and predicting the end of her political career. Despite endorsements for DeSantis, Trump remains the front-runner in the Republican presidential race.