A spokesperson for California Gov. Gavin Newsom dismissed a proposal by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to introduce a two-minute pre-recorded video of the debate as a “joke.”
The prospect of an altercation between Mr. DeSantis and Mr. Newsom has caught the attention of voters, and both governors have drawn fervent support and criticism.
Newsom Spocks mocks DeSantis’ draft pre-recorded debate statement https://t.co/S76Rrrn3nq pic.twitter.com/Zvhk5eBGiO
— New York Post (@nypost) August 6, 2023
Tensions have reportedly risen between the two governors as both sides find themselves at odds over certain rules related to the format of the tournament as preparations continue to be finalized. new york post report.
Newsom spokesman Nathan Crick recently accused DeSantis of using “crutches” such as “cheat notes and a cheering section” to “mask his insecurities and incompetence,” according to reports. Politico.
Florida’s governor has split the debates “50-50,” preferring live studio audiences, while Newsom prefers empty rooms. political handbook.
Florida Governor and 2024 Republican Presidential Candidate Ron DeSantis speaks at the Iowa Republican Party’s 2023 Lincoln Dinner at the Iowa Event Center in Des Moines, Iowa, July 28, 2023 (Photo by Sergio・Flores/AFP) via AFP, Getty Images)
But as the two governors prepare to defend their respective positions on the national stage, they manage to find common ground. The newspaper said rival politicians wanted Fox News’ Sean Hannity to be the sole questioner, ensure equal speaking time, and choose Nov. 8 as the date for the debate. said they had mutually agreed on some planning points. (Related: ‘Absolutely, I’m Game’: Ron DeSantis Accepts Debate Offer From Gavin Newsom)
According to a recent interview with Hannity, DeSantis repeatedly criticized Golden State’s liberal policies during the 2024 campaign, saying that under Newsom’s leadership voters fled California in “record numbers.” ‘ said.
Newsom retaliated by targeting DeSantis’ approach to “awakening” education when he visited Florida in April, the paper reported.
Newsom reportedly ruled out the possibility of challenging President Joe Biden for the 2024 Democratic nomination, despite ongoing speculation, according to the paper.
Despite this, Newsom’s team continued to tease DeSantis’ apparent lack of popularity for the Republican nomination, and Crick told Politico, “Isn’t it strange that Trump kicks his butt?” No,’ he said.
COLUMBIA, SC – AUGUST 5: Former President Donald Trump speaks as a keynote speaker at the 56th Annual Silver Elephant Dinner hosted by the Republican Party of South Carolina on August 5, 2023 in Columbia, SC. President Trump was introduced by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster. (Photo Credit: Melissa Sue Geritz/Getty Images)
As candidates prepare for the Republican debate scheduled for August, Mr. DeSantis criticized the possibility that former President Trump would miss the debate. “No one deserves to be nominated. You have to earn it,” said Florida governor news max on wednesday.
