"Bootgate: Nikki Haley's Joke Puts Ron DeSantis's Footwear in the Spotlight"
Nikki Haley, a Republican presidential candidate, made a joke about her rival, Ron DeSantis, over allegations that he wears boots with added insoles to appear taller. The discussion about DeSantis's footwear gained attention after an analysis by Politico magazine and was further referenced on "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert." DeSantis dismissed the focus on his boots as a distraction from more important issues. The controversy has become a topic of humor and speculation within the Republican presidential campaign.