DeSantis is biding his time. That's a major problem for Trump on multiple levels.
. That’s especially the case in the looming contest against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, seen as the former president’s biggest challenger.
But here’s the thing: DeSantis isn’t punching. He isn’t even running — yet. DeSantis’ reluctance to formally enter the race has left Trump on the back foot. It has meant his “counterpunches” are either missing their marks or falling flat. That may change when DeSantis officially tosses his hat into the ring and can’t avoid confronting Trump. It’s no surprise, then, that Trump seems more eager for DeSantis to start running than DeSantis is himself.
Which isn’t to say DeSantis is avoiding obvious moves ahead of formally declaring his candidacy. He has a new book out. He has traveled to Iowa and will soon head to New Hampshire. He’s
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