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politics2 years ago

"Evangelical Leader Questions Trump's Strong Support in Iowa, GOP Primary Heats Up"

Influential Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats expressed skepticism towards recent polls showing strong support for former President Trump among evangelical voters in Iowa, stating that it does not align with what he is hearing on the ground. Vander Plaats, who recently endorsed Gov. Ron DeSantis, believes that Trump's lead is closer to the low 40s rather than the reported 54 percent. He attributes Trump's support to his name recognition and past actions, adding that some evangelicals appreciate his disruptive nature. Vander Plaats emphasized the importance of DeSantis performing well in the upcoming Iowa caucuses to potentially challenge Trump's bid for a second term.

via Yahoo News|
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politics2 years ago

"Evangelical Leader's Bold Response to Trump's Actions"

Bob Vander Plaats, an influential Iowa evangelical leader, has responded to Donald Trump's criticism after endorsing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for the 2024 Republican nomination. Vander Plaats' endorsement could boost DeSantis in Iowa's Republican caucus, where evangelicals are a crucial voting bloc. Trump accused Vander Plaats of "scamming" candidates and criticized him for backing a candidate who is "going nowhere." Vander Plaats defended his endorsement, stating that he lives by higher standards and that Iowa will choose DeSantis over Trump. Trump's campaign also attacked Vander Plaats and Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds for their support of DeSantis.

via Newsweek|
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politics2 years ago

"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.

via Yahoo News|
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politics2 years ago

Trump Fumes as Vander Plaats Chooses DeSantis Over Him

Former President Donald Trump expressed anger after influential Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats endorsed his rival, Ron DeSantis, for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Vander Plaats, leader of the evangelical group Family Leader, cited DeSantis' ability to win and his experience as reasons for his endorsement. Trump accused DeSantis of paying Vander Plaats $100,000 for the endorsement, which both DeSantis and Vander Plaats denied. Vander Plaats has a history of supporting winners in the Iowa caucuses, but none of them went on to win the Republican nomination. Trump currently leads in the 2024 Republican primary tracking poll, with DeSantis in second place.

via Newsweek|
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politics2 years ago

"Iowa Caucus Kingmaker Backs Ron DeSantis for President"

Bob Vander Plaats, a prominent Iowa Christian evangelical leader and "Iowa Caucus kingmaker," has endorsed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for president in the 2024 election. Vander Plaats praised DeSantis as a bold and courageous leader who has proven his ability to win elections. This endorsement comes after DeSantis secured the endorsement of Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, marking the first time since 1996 that a sitting Iowa governor has endorsed a GOP presidential primary candidate. Vander Plaats' past endorsements have had success in the Iowa caucuses, and he believes DeSantis has a strong chance of winning if he can rally support from Iowans open to choosing someone other than former President Donald Trump.

via New York Post |
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politics2 years ago

"Ron DeSantis Secures Key Endorsement from Iowa Evangelical Leader Bob Vander Plaats"

Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats has endorsed Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for the Republican presidential nomination, becoming the second major endorsement DeSantis has received in Iowa this month. Vander Plaats, known for his influence among evangelicals, has previously endorsed winning candidates in the Iowa caucuses. However, DeSantis still trails former President Donald Trump by a significant margin in Iowa polls and nationally. Vander Plaats' endorsement is seen as a boost for DeSantis, but it remains to be seen if it will significantly impact his campaign.

via The New York Times|
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politics2 years ago

Bob Vander Plaats Endorses Ron DeSantis for President, Igniting Controversy

Influential evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats has endorsed Ron DeSantis for president ahead of the Iowa caucuses, hoping to rally Christian conservatives around DeSantis as the main alternative to former President Donald Trump. Vander Plaats believes DeSantis has proven he can win and has garnered support from Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and other state legislators. Vander Plaats, who has endorsed the winner of the last three contested GOP caucuses, sees DeSantis as the candidate who can attract Trump voters and break through in the final weeks of the race.

via Des Moines Register|
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politics2 years ago

Iowa Evangelical Leader Endorses DeSantis for President

Bob Vander Plaats, a prominent evangelical leader in Iowa, is expected to endorse Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for president. Vander Plaats, CEO and President of The Family Leader, has been critical of former President Donald Trump and has praised DeSantis. This endorsement could be significant as Vander Plaats has supported the winner of the past three Iowa caucuses. DeSantis has been actively campaigning in Iowa and recently received the endorsement of Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds.

via CNN|
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politics2 years ago

Midwest Evangelical Leader Considers Backing Underdog 2024 Candidate

Influential evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats is expected to endorse Ron DeSantis in the presidential primary, despite DeSantis running 30 points behind frontrunner Donald Trump in Iowa. Vander Plaats has a track record of picking winners in GOP primaries, but endorsing DeSantis poses a risk as it may anger Trump and evangelical Christians who support him. DeSantis, however, sees Vander Plaats' support as a boost to his campaign as he seeks to erode Trump's lead in Iowa. Vander Plaats' endorsement will test both his own clout and the willingness of evangelicals to abandon Trump.

via POLITICO|
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politics2 years ago

Evangelical Leader's Endorsement Shakes Up Trump's Iowa Lead

Former President Donald Trump's lead in the Iowa caucuses, which kick off the Republican presidential nomination calendar, could be upended by the endorsement of prominent social conservative leader Bob Vander Plaats. Vander Plaats, president and CEO of The Family Leader, believes Trump is beatable and predicts his support may drop to as low as 35% by the time of the caucuses. Vander Plaats, who is likely to endorse one of Trump's rivals, will host a presidential forum featuring Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former ambassador Nikki Haley, and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy. Trump's absence from the forum and Vander Plaats' potential endorsement have raised questions about the former president's standing among evangelical voters in Iowa.

via Fox News|
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