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politics1 year ago

"Unraveling the DeSantis Super PAC's $168 Million Failure"

The Never Back Down super PAC, supporting Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, raised $145 million but faced internal turmoil, bitter disputes, and financial mismanagement, leading to a spectacular failure. The PAC's toxic implosion involved power struggles, leaked memos, and accusations of illegal coordination with the DeSantis campaign. The story offers a candid look at the tensions and skulduggery in presidential campaigns, with high-level insiders and consultants knifing each other amid mistrust and recrimination. The super PAC's reliance on star consultant Jeff Roe and his firm Axiom Strategies, along with the blurred lines between the PAC and the campaign, contributed to its downfall.

politics2 years ago

"The Power Struggle: Trump's Campaign Against a Leading GOP Strategist"

Former President Donald Trump and his inner circle have warned down-ballot Republican candidates not to hire Republican strategist Jeff Roe or his firm, Axiom, after Roe worked for Ron DeSantis, in an act of political retribution. This move reflects Trump's efforts to enforce loyalty within the GOP, with candidates being cautioned that hiring Roe could create a political problem with the Trump team. The attempt to isolate Roe highlights the lengths to which Trump will go to enforce loyalty and punish disloyalty within the party.

politics2 years ago

"High-profile strategist's departure adds to DeSantis's political woes"

Jeff Roe, a top strategist for the main super PAC supporting Ron DeSantis' presidential campaign, has resigned following the departure of several high-level members from the organization. One of Trump's advisers, Chris LaCivita, expressed satisfaction with Roe's departure and criticized his track record in Republican campaigns. Roe had been considered for a role in Trump's 2024 campaign but was ultimately not hired.

politics2 years ago

"Jeff Roe Resigns: The Dramatic Collapse of DeSantis Super PAC"

Jeff Roe, the chief strategist for Never Back Down, the super PAC supporting Governor Ron DeSantis's presidential bid, has resigned, marking the latest departure in the group amid internal turmoil. The super PAC has experienced the resignation of one CEO and one board chairman, the firing of a second CEO and two other top officials, and now Roe's late-night resignation. The departures come as DeSantis has slipped in the polls, and the group has been plagued by infighting and accusations of mismanagement. The future of Never Back Down's operations and leadership remains uncertain.

politics2 years ago

"Resignation of Jeff Roe Shakes DeSantis Super PAC"

Jeff Roe, the chief strategist for the "Never Back Down" super PAC supporting Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' presidential campaign, has resigned following the firing of several top officials. Roe, who played a key role in DeSantis' ground game operation in Iowa, announced his departure after a statement critical of former employees was published in The Washington Post. The PAC's new chairman, Scott Wagner, initially claimed that senior officials were terminated due to mismanagement and conduct issues, but later revised his statement. Roe cited the false statements as the reason for his resignation, stating that he cannot stay affiliated with the PAC. Polls show DeSantis trailing both former President Donald Trump and former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley in Iowa and New Hampshire.

politics2 years ago

"Jeff Roe Resigns: The Dramatic Collapse of DeSantis Super PAC"

Jeff Roe, the chief strategist for the Never Back Down super PAC supporting Governor Ron DeSantis's presidential bid, has resigned, marking the latest departure in a series of shake-ups within the group. The resignation follows accusations of mismanagement and conduct issues made by the new chairman of the super PAC's board, Scott Wagner. Roe stated that he could not stay affiliated with Never Back Down given the statements made by Wagner.

politics2 years ago

DeSantis' Presidential Ambitions Gain Momentum with Key Hires and Bold Statements.

Never Back Down, a super PAC closely aligned with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, has expanded by bringing on top Republican strategist Jeff Roe as an adviser and establishing its headquarters in Atlanta. The super PAC is expected to play a major role in bolstering DeSantis should he run for president. DeSantis himself is also ramping up operations, with plans to speak at influential conservative events in several key states.