Coverage dated October 2, 2021

Trump says he'd beat Ron DeSantis in 2024 race, says Florida Governor "would drop out"

Headline from Newsweek

Trump's remarks came after a new poll showed him virtually tied with DeSantis in favorability for potential 2024 GOP presidential candidates.

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Reports & sources

4 articles, oldest first.

  1. Insider

    Trump says he'd 'beat' DeSantis if they faced off for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination (opens Insider)

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    Insider's feed description

    During an interview with Yahoo Finance, Trump said that he doesn't expect to face Florida's GOP governor, adding most Republicans wouldn't run against him.

  2. Rolling Stone

    Trump Disses DeSantis' Potential Presidential Bid: 'I'd Beat Him' (opens Rolling Stone)

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    Rolling Stone's feed description

    The former president boasted about his electoral chances but has not committed to running in 2024

  3. Newsweek

    Trump says he'd beat Ron DeSantis in 2024 race, says Florida Governor "would drop out" (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    Trump's remarks came after a new poll showed him virtually tied with DeSantis in favorability for potential 2024 GOP presidential candidates.

  4. Politico

    Trump on prospect of facing DeSantis in 2024: 'I'd beat him' (opens Politico)

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    Politico's feed description

    The former president said he believed “most people would drop out” if he entered the race, including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.