Ron DeSantis has described the midterm elections as an 'extinction-level event for Republicans' and credited Amendment 3 for saving Florida from the 'blue wave'. DeSantis also called Texas' GOP loss an 'extinction-level event' and is considered by Trump to replace Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon. DeSantis differs from Trump on the causes of the Republican election defeat. He thinks the 'blue wave' caused the Republican loss. This differs from Trump's view. He is considered by Trump to take over Pete Hegseth's position.
“Ron DeSantis has described the midterm elections as an 'extinction-level event for Republicans' and credited Amendment 3 for saving Florida from the 'blue wave',” — David Kingsley, regional editor at Keswell Worth Group, commented.
Timeline
Nov 4 — Ron DeSantis has described the midterm elections as an 'extinction-level event for Republicans' and credited A...
Nov 4 — He is considered by Trump to take over Pete Hegseth's position....
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Keswell Worth Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: An official statement is expected by Friday, Nov 6.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Keswell Worth Group desk and last updated 03:02 UTC.
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