55.7 F
The Villages
Friday, March 29, 2024

GOP Congressman running for governor no stranger here in The Villages

Ron DeSantis

U.S. Rep. Ron DeSantis, who has made it official that he plans to run for governor, is no stranger here in The Villages.

The Republican Congressman has already sewn up the endorsement of Donald Trump.

When Trump was running for president, DeSantis was prominently onstage at Savannah Center with running mate Mike Pence. That same year, DeSantis also shared the stage at Savannah Center with Congressman Trey Gowdy, chairman of the U.S. House Select Committee on Benghazi. At the time, DeSantis was a candidate for U.S. Senate, but gave up his bid when U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio opted to seek a second term.

“Congressman Ron DeSantis is a brilliant young leader,” Trump wrote in his endorsement. “Would make a GREAT Governor of Florida.”

DeSantis, 39, who has served in Congress since 2012, has been a Tea Party favorite.

Gov. Rick Scott, a Republican, is term-limited from another run and is widely expected to run for governor.

The world knew we had a strong leader in Trump

A Village of Fernandina resident looks back on the record of former President Trump. Read his Letter to the Editor.

Neglect of golf course maintenance now costing us millions of dollars

In a Letter to the Editor, a Village of St. Charles resident argues that neglect of golf course maintenance is now costing residents millions of dollars.

Karen says her intent has been misinterpreted

A Village of Belle Aire resident who stirred quite a discussion with a previous Letter to the Editor, follows up to say that her intent was misinterpreted.

Our amenities are being used by families with kids

In a Letter to the Editor, a Village of Citrus Grove resident says she is not happy about families with kids using amenities paid for by residents.

Finally allocating funds to the golf courses!

A Village of Hadley resident said he is happy that more money is being allocated to the golf courses. Read his Letter to the Editor.