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15 Apr 2023

Will Republicans choose Ron DeSantis as presidential candidate?

Washington Correspondent

Now – Donald Trump might be under arrest – facing charges in a New York court – but he’s still ahead in the polls to become the Republican party’s presidential candidate in 2024.

His nearest rival is Florida governor Ron DeSantis – who’s been drawing big crowds, and big donations – without yet announcing his intentions – and whipping up the cheers with his attacks on liberal culture wars.