Trump Takes Aim at DeSantis in Iowa Over Farming and Ethanol

Former President Donald Trump criticized his top Republican rival, Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida, at a rally in Iowa, accusing him of being detrimental to the agriculture industry. Trump claimed that DeSantis would outsource farming jobs and oppose the federal mandate for ethanol, a significant issue in Iowa. DeSantis had previously supported legislation to end the renewable fuel standard, which requires blending biofuel into gasoline nationwide. Trump highlighted his own support for farmers and accused DeSantis of wanting to kill jobs supported by the vital industry. A spokesperson for DeSantis dismissed Trump's comments as distortions and affirmed DeSantis' commitment to championing farmers.