After experience his now-second public freezing episode last week, Mitch McConnell announced at a press conference that he has no intention of leaving office before the completion of his term. The senator experience his latest episode at an event in Kentucky where he once again froze for at least 30 seconds in the middle of speaking and was escorted away by aides. The episode occurred just a few weeks after a similar incident while addressing reporters at the Capitol.
According to CBS News, McConnell’s physician released a report attributing the episodes to dehydration and a concussion that the senator experienced earlier in the year. The report ruled out seizures, strokes, or Parkinson’s disease. However, that hasn’t stymied the calls for McConnell to resign from office, including from members of his own party.
The Kentucky senator, however, will not be stepping down. Via Mediaite:
“What do you say to those who are calling on you to step down? Do you have any plans to retire any time soon,” a reporter asked McConnell.
“I have no announcements to make on that subject. But what do you say to those who are. I’m going to finish my term as leader and I’m going to finish my Senate term,” the GOP lawmaker concluded.
McConnell’s health has been questioned by Republicans Rand Paul, Matt Gaetz, and Marjorie Taylor Greene. Paul, in particular, has called out the conclusions drawn by McConnell’s physician, but stopped short of calling for the Kentucky senator to resign.
“I think it’s an inadequate explanation to say this is dehydration,” Paul told reporters this week. “It doesn’t look like dehydration to me. It looks like a focal neurologic event. That doesn’t mean it’s incapacitating, it doesn’t mean he can’t serve, but it means that somebody ought to wake up and say, ‘Wow! This looks like a seizure.’”
Throwing a music festival is hard. If there’s anything we’ve learned over the years – especially post-COVID – is that the logistics surrounding a large-scale entertainment event aren’t for the faint of heart. Despite facing its challenges this year, Electric Zoo spared no effort to create an unforgettable experience for all who attended. Fans adorned themselves in beautifully vibrant outfits that were so eye-catching, that you half expected them to be visible from outer space. From neon cowgirls rocking the Wild West to those sporting mesmerizing hyperspace-themed outfits, attendees turned the festival into a colorful spectacle.
Inside the festival grounds, I saw a whole lot of joy lighting up attendees’ faces. Friends got creative, matching their outfits like fashion-forward dream teams. Speaking of creativity — futuristic animal print fashion was a thing. People rocked styles that felt like they came straight from a sci-fi safari. The atmosphere was buzzing with energy, just like the music, as attendees celebrated their unique outfits and shared their love for a range of genres.
If you couldn’t make Electric Zoo, we understand if you’ve got a serious case of FOMO. But don’t worry, because this exclusive photo gallery will teleport you straight into the action.
It’s safe to say that Jenna Ellis did not anticipate this type of outcome when agreeing to become part of Donald Trump’s so-called “Legal Strike Force” to prove (nonexistent) voter fraud and overturn the election. First off, that effort was not successful. Secondly, Jenna might have caught Covid-19 from a Rudy fart. And third, she’s now one of the indicted Trump co-defendants in Fulton County, Georgia. There’s been plenty of speculation on whether Jenna will flip on Trump after he left her high and dry for legal defense bills.
Yet at least Jenna can make a few bucks while selling the smiliest mugshot merch ever, which can now be seen below.
Also, at least Jenna didn’t end up like Kenneth Chesebro, who failed to separate his trial from that of Sidney “Kraken” Powell. That was an unfortunate card to draw for ol’ Chesebro.
“I’ll deny Mr. Chesebro’s motion to sever from Mrs. Powell. I’ll deny in part Mrs. Powell’s motion to sever from Mr. Chesebro” pic.twitter.com/XPAHtUX8ey
Jenna also recently responded on Twitter to BlazeTV host Steve Deace, who quotedPittsburgh Post-Gazette writer Salena Zito’s observations (in a piece called “Everyone’s Tired Of Politics”) that GOP voters at large tend to be far less engaged about the 2024 election than in 2016, and they’re also not keen to fly the Trump flag, literally or figuratively, any longer. And Deace suggests that this could mean a surprise victory for Trump? The article that he cites makes that conclusion in a roundabout way by apparently arguing that people simply aren’t super engaged in politics outside of Twitter, so maybe Trump has an edge after all. Hmm.
This is the most profound piece on this election cycle I’ve read yet. I am still considering what it means. I will single out its most noteworthy nuggets in bold below. But first, a word about the author, whose background I think makes it even more impactful.
The fart-sniffing defendant seemed to agree: “I think this is accurate. I was very surprised to not see one red hat, tshirt, or Trump flag at NASCAR among all the trailers or the fans.”
I think this is accurate. I was very surprised to not see one red hat, tshirt, or Trump flag at NASCAR among all the trailers or the fans.
I dunno, man. I don’t believe that Trump would enjoy not being on every Republican’s mind anymore. That would mean losing his “ratings,” which might be even worse to him than losing another election.
There are a few strange beer months throughout the year. Months that bridge the gap between two seasons. The most unique among these just might be September — with humid (oftentimes unbearably so) hot weather on some days (and in some parts of the country) and unseasonably cool days on/in others. This lends itself to a very broad range of beer styles. It’s a month when we still drink lighter, crisp, refreshing brews as well as darker, malty, and even pumpkin-filled beers. We also can’t forget Oktoberfest-style beers.
That being said, this also means there are a lot more flavors and styles to choose from in September than most every other month of the year. Don’t let that overwhelm you though. You don’t have to spend hours scrolling through online retailers or standing in front of the beer cooler at your local grocery store unsure of what to purchase — we did the work for you!
Below, you’ll find eight can’t-miss beers that you should track down this month. They run the gamut from sour IPAs to Oktoberfest-style beers, Goses, and we even snuck one pumpkin beer in there. Keep scrolling to see them all.
Just in time to stream the new Indiana Jones movie, September is when LA-based Paperback Brewing drops its third-anniversary edition of Paperback Brewmaster Jones. This West Coast IPA is brewed with Thiolized yeast as well as Citra, Mosaic, and El Dorado hops.
Tasting Notes:
Thiolized yeast gives this West Coast IPA a very tropical nose with a ton of citrus, pineapple, and mango to go along with the expected dank pine. The palate continues this trend with more pineapple, grapefruit, mango, tangerine, and a nice kick of lightly bitter, resinous pine.
Bottom Line:
This is like a tropical escape for West Coast IPA fans. While it still has all the characteristics of a classic West Coast banger — it carries a nice aroma and flavor of tropical fruits.
Available from August through October. This aptly named beer is (you guessed it) copper in color and is known for its mix of toasted malts, caramel, and noble hops. This 5.7% Marzen is a great example of American Oktoberfest beer done right.
Tasting Notes:
Aromas of bready malts, toasted malts, caramel, honey, and floral Noble hops start everything off nicely. Sipping it reveals notes of caramel, toasted malts, honey, and a nice finish of floral, earthy hops. All in all, it’s a surprisingly refreshing, light Marzen-style beer.
Bottom Line:
As Oktoberfest-style beers go, this is a great choice for September as it’s lighter, yet still filled with caramel and Noble hop flavor.
Hopworks Barrel-aged Rindless Watermelon Gose
Hopworks
ABV: 6.7%
Average Price: Limited Availability
The Beer:
There’s still time to enjoy salty, fruity, crisp Gose-style beers in the waning summer days. A great choice is the recently released Hopworks Barrel-aged Rindless Watermelon Gose. Long name aside, this 6.7% ABV Gose was aged in former tequila barrels for a full six months.
Tasting Notes:
On the nose, you’ll find aromas of ripe watermelon, lemon, margarita-like tequila, and sea salt. The palate continues this trend with more juicy watermelon, lemon zest, lime peels, vegetal tequila, oaky wood, and a gentle salinity throughout.
Bottom Line:
Barrel-aging in ex-tequila barrels gives this watermelon, lime, salt-driven Gose an added dimension. It’s a great end-of-summer beer.
Wallenpaupack Over Hyped
Wallenpaupack
ABV: 7.4%
Average Price: Limited Availability
The Beer:
The only thing more exciting than an IPA in September is a sour IPA. Luckily, the brewers at Pennsylvania’s Wallenpaupack made one. Called Over Hypes, this IPA is brewed with Citra and Mosaic hops and gets its tart flavor from the addition of lactobacillus.
Tasting Notes:
A nose of grapefruit, lime peel, bready malts, tart orange, and slight dank pine greets you before your first sip. Drinking it reveals tropical fruits, orange peels, grapefruit, pine, and a ton of welcoming tart acidity throughout.
Bottom Line:
This is a great respite from the usual IPAs of the end of summer. The use of lactobacillus gives it a nice tart flavor throughout.
While a lot of breweries drop pumpkin beers in August and September, they aren’t all worth your time. One of our favorite annual releases is Schlafly Pumpkin Ale. It’s known for its balanced flavor profile featuring caramel, pumpkin, ginger, and seasonal spices.
Tasting Notes:
On the nose, you’ll find a ton of roasted pumpkin along with ginger, cinnamon, clover, and pie crust. That’s definitely a good start. Drinking it brings forth notes of nutmeg, ripe pumpkin, graham crackers, cinnamon, and toffee. It’s all surprisingly balanced and nothing is over the top.
Bottom Line:
Schlafly’s take on the classic pumpkin ale is loaded with fall flavors and does taste like a slice of pumpkin pie. Yet, it manages not to overdo it.
If you’re feeling like having a ramped up imperial IPA this month, the brewers at San Francisco’s 21st Amendment has a new one for you to try. 21st Amendment Tall Hat Imperial IPA is brewed with 2-row and Munich malts as well as flaked rice, Magnum, and Centennial hops. It’s dry-hopped with Mosaic and Comet hops to add even more aroma and flavor.
Tasting Notes:
Complex aromas of orange peel, grapefruit, tangerine, peaches, and floral, piney hops start this beer off on a great note. The palate is filled with even more citrus flavor, including grapefruit, ripe orange, lemon, wet grass, peach, and more floral, dank pine. The finish is a mixture of citrus and bitter, resinous pine.
Bottom Line:
This is the big, bold, citrus-filled IPA to end the summer with. It has enough ABV to warm you up on an unseasonably cool evening.
No September beer list is complete without an Oktoberfest beer from Germany. It’s their festival after all. Spaten’s take on the traditional, fall Marzen is a perfect balance of caramel, dried fruits, honey, toasted malts, and Noble hops.
Tasting Notes:
Classic Marzen aromas of toasted malts, caramel, freshly baked bread, and floral, Noble hops transport you to the festival in Munich via pint glass. The palate only expands on this with a ton of freshly baked bread, caramel malts, honey, and light fruit up front with a nice backend of floral, earthy, herbal hops.
Bottom Line:
This is a very well-balanced beer and one well-suited for September weather. Sweetness, malts, hops, this beer has it all in perfect unison.
Allagash is a big name in the craft beer world. While you can’t go wrong with its classic Belgian-style wheat beer Allagash White, why not branch out this month and try something different? Brewed with Maine-grown ingredients including 2-row malted barley, raw wheat, and oats, this Belgian-style golden ale is known for its rustic, crisp, sweet, thirst-quenching flavor profile.
Tasting Notes:
On the nose, you’ll find aromas of cereal grains, honey, candied orange peels, gentle spices, and floral hops. The palate is a symphony of sweet wheat, yeasty bready, cereal grains, honey, citrus peels, light spices, and more floral hops. It’s crisp, sweet, and highly memorable.
Bottom Line:
This highly complex Belgian-style golden ale just might be the best beer to bridge the gap between summer and fall. Crisp, refreshing, and perfect.
Kanye West is reportedly now under police investigation for a recent incident in Venice in which the star music producer took a boat ride with his butt on open display with his supposed wife Bianca Censori. According to the Daily Mail, Venice police issued a statement saying that West and Censori may have breached “standards of public decorum” and that police plan to question the boat’s driver. They also ask photographers who grabbed shots of West’s southern exposure to turn those in.
A public security councilor, Elisabetta Pesce, told the Mail, “Without any shadow of doubt what we saw from the couple was a lack of respect for Venice, which is the most enchanting city in the world.” Meanwhile a police spokesperson said, “Without any shadow of doubt what we saw from the couple was a lack of respect for Venice, which is the most enchanting city in the world. The images show the couple clearly in a state of intimacy and if the local prosecutor decides to press charges then we will notify the couple, most probably through the relevant embassies. The offence being investigated is acts contrary to public decency which is punishable by an administrative sanction.”
Kanye’s antics have drawn a statement of concern from his ex-wife Kim Kardashian, while the water taxi service employed by West and Censori has banned them for life.
In case you didn’t know, First Take has a new host in Shannon Sharpe (heck, even Sharpe seemed to not remember just which show he was on in the first episode). He’s already displaying some great chemistry with original host Stephen A. Smith, aside from accidentally calling him “Skip.” Before Smith slapped on a name tag to help his new co-host remember his name, the two hosts teamed up to take on one of the summer’s most hilarious memes, which of course involved Drake.
Earlier this year when Drake teamed up with buzzing UK rapper Central Cee for “On The Radar Freestyle,” Drake’s goofy faux-British accent caught fans’ attention, and they couldn’t stop making fun of the way he pronounces the word “combination” on the track’s intro. Hopping aboard the bandwagon, Sharpe and Smith’s social media team inserted the two hosts into a screenshot of the video, captioning the post with, “The combo we all needed.”
The joke was a big hit in the comments, with one responder writing, “Whoever made this needs a raise!!!”
The new First Take crew is clearly leaning into their shared love of hip-hop for content; after comparing their respective physiques to The Rock and Snoop Dogg on a past podcast, they got a response from the Long Beach rapper himself showing off his gym progress. I’m getting my weight up so when I come on the show will talk about [weightlifting emoji],” he wrote. “Thanks 4 the motivation.” With these two jokesters, it appears First Take will be less about tearing down athletes for engagement and actually having some fun with the intersections between music and sports.
Somebody check on the city of Boston, Spiked Dunkin’ is out there on store shelves and is already one of the most addicting new malt-liquor canned beverages on the market. Surely, some hardcore Dunkin’ fans are out there right now buzzed off liquor-infused beer causing all sorts of trouble. Now let me be clear on something here, I said “most addicting” and having tried every flavor of the Dunkin’ spiked tea and coffee, I can confirm that these new drinks do indeed grab you and get you coming back for more. But addictive doesn’t always mean delicious. Also, it’s worth noting that alcohol, caffeine, and sugar — the three core components of these drinks — are literally addicting on the chemical level… so there’s that.
Am I saying Dunkin’s new spiked tea and coffee line is addicting in a bad way? Not exactly… as a whole, I have all sorts of conflicted and complicated feelings about this lineup of drinks, but I’ll save that for the full review and ranking below.
First, some background:
The new drinks are a collaboration between Boston’s Harpoon Brewery and Dunkin’ and utilize popular drink flavors from the Dunkin’ menu spiked with malt liquor. The idea is simple: you get to experience the flavors you love, but, you know, with some booze added! The cans are equal in strength to White Claws, Trulys, and other similar beverages — landing at a very un-Bostonian 6% ABV for the coffee and 5% ABV for the tea. But with the infusion of caffeine, these drinks venture into Four Loko territory. Caffeine and alcohol are a hell of a combination and I can certainly say that a single can is enough to get a significant buzz on.
We tasted and ranked every flavor, so if you’re looking to experience Dunkin’ Spiked, you’re going to want to pay close attention to the top of this ranking. But first, let’s start with the stinkers.
8. Dunkin’ Spiked Vanilla Iced Coffee
Dane Rivera
Tasting Notes & Thoughts:
Way too sweet and creamy for something that has alcohol in it. Imagine a White Russian but with the sweetness turned up past 10, with a soft milky mouthfeel, a heavy dose of artificial vanilla, and no trace of coffee flavor whatsoever.
I’m sorry to fans of Dunkin’s vanilla-flavored iced coffee but I find this drink to be incredibly off-putting, even if you are a fan of the original.
Here were my original tasting notes for this drink when I was putting together my first impressions: “Ew, it tastes… grey.”
I’m not entirely sure what I meant by that, but strangely, I feel like it still tracks. There is a murky unfocused quality to this flavor that I just can’t get behind.
Tropical mango notes and tart pineapple clash with the flavor of malt liquor with bitter results. There is something about the combination of flavors here that comes across as slightly bitter.
Compared to Dunkin’s Mango Pineapple Iced Tea Refresher, this lacks the fruity heavily refreshing flavor of the original.
6. Dunkin’ Spiked Strawberry Dragon Fruit Iced Tea Refresher
Dane Rivera
Tasting Notes & Thoughts:
The worst is behind us, Dunkin’s Spiked Strawberry Dragon Fruit Iced Tea Refresher is bright, fruity, and true to its name, refreshing. There is a bitter malt liquor flavor on the backend but this one still manages to capture all of the magic of the original non-spiked flavor, which is a favorite amongst Dunkin’ fans.
While I think it tastes great in the can, I found this one way more enjoyable over a glass of crushed ice which helps to water down that bitter flavor a bit but not so much that it doesn’t taste spiked anymore.
The Bottom Line:
Very refreshing, the best fruit-flavored spiked drink in the Dunkin’ lineup.
5. Dunkin’ Spiked Slightly Sweet Iced Tea With A Twist Of Lemon
Dane Rivera
Tasting Notes & Thoughts:
A nutty toasted flavor with a sour lemon aftertaste and a bit of bitterness on the backend. It has a soft gentle mouthfeel. I like this flavor but it’s a bit too close to another flavor that Dunkin’ Spiked has, one which I like much better.
I would’ve liked to see this one swapped out for something a bit more distinct.
The Bottom Line:
Good, but Dunkin’ makes a better lemon-flavored tea drink — get that one instead.
This one is dangerous — it’s intensely sweet with a rich cocoa flavor and a hint of coffee bitterness. You can’t taste the malt liquor at all here, which is a good thing because malt liquor, in general, doesn’t taste that good, but is also a bad thing because you can easily drink way too many of these without realizing that you’re getting drunk.
This is the sort of result I expected out of Dunkin’ Spiked and makes me generally fear for the people who decide to consume this stuff on a regular basis.
The Bottom Line:
Dangerously delicious, the Mocha Iced Coffee is so sweet that it doesn’t taste like alcohol at all. Which is either a good or bad thing depending on who you are.
There is a noticeably soft mouthfeel here, it’s very pleasant to drink and goes down smoothly. Rich toffee and brown sugar flavors dominate and again, you can’t taste the malt liquor here.
It’s not quite as sweet as the non-spiked version that inspired it, but it’s sweet enough that it almost doesn’t taste like you’re drinking alcohol at all. Which again, is pretty dangerous. If you’re a fan of super sweet drinks, maybe steer clear of this one but if you have a sweet tooth this one really delivers.
The Bottom Line:
Sweet rich and sugary heavy, the Caramel Iced Coffee delivers.
I like this one a lot because you really get a sense of the coffee flavor. It’s toasty, rich, a bit earthy, and bitter, but in a pleasant way. That coffee bitterness helps to mask the malt liquor flavor but doesn’t come across as so intensely sweet that you can’t taste the liquor. It’s the best of all worlds.
I know I focused on the coffee aspects of this flavor but that isn’t to say it isn’t still sweet, there are some gentle vanilla notes here that come across much better than the actual vanilla-flavored can.
The Bottom Line:
A bit bitter, but in a good way. Dunkin’s Iced Coffee flavor is the only one that actually has perceptible coffee notes in the flavor profile.
This is hands down the best flavor of Dunkin’ Spiked. It features a 50/50 split of lemonade and black tea, resulting in a toasty-malty flavor, some sweet citrus notes, and a tangy aftertaste that actually compliments the flavor of the malt liquor.
Because Dunkin’ is known for coffee, I really wanted to give the top spot to the Iced Coffee flavor, but the Half & Half is so enjoyable that I actually think it’s worth stocking in your fridge at all times.
The Bottom Line:
Easily the best flavor of the whole lineup, it’s sweet, citrusy, toasty, and has a nice kick to it that reminds you that you’re still drinking alcohol.
Dunkin’s Spiked line of beverages isn’t for everyone. If you’re not already a fan of Dunkin’s take on iced tea and coffee, no amount of alcohol is going to win you over. If you are a fan, however, this is a fun way to experience your favorite flavors in a boozy format.
Death Cab For Cutie and The Postal Service just kicked off their joint tour in Washington DC last night (September 5), and it’s a real 2003 indie rock dream trek. There’s star power even beyond those two Ben Gibbard bands, though, as there’s a pretty strong roster of openers joining them on tour. So, who’s tagging along?
Opening various dates on the Postal Service/DCFC tour are Chvrches singer Lauren Mayberry, Warpaint, The Beths, Pedro The Lion, Built To Spill, and Iron And Wine. Mayberry is currently opening the first few shows, then Warpaint and The Beths will have extended opening runs of their own before the latter three acts wrap up by opening for a night each.
Check out the upcoming tour dates below.
09/06/2023 — Washington, DC @ The Anthem *
09/08/2023 — Portland, ME @ Cross Insurance Arena *
09/09/2023 — South Kingstown, RI @ Ryan Center *
09/10/2023 — New Haven, CT @ Westville Music Bowl *
09/12/2023 — Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway *
09/13/2023 — Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway *
09/14/2023 — Washington, DC @ Merriweather Post Pavilion *
09/16/2023 — Chicago, IL @ Riot Fest
09/17/2023 — Rochester Hills, MI @ Meadow Brook Amphitheater !
09/19/2023 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden !
09/20/2023 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden !
09/21/2023 — Philadelphia, PA @ Mann Center for the Performing Arts !
09/23/2023 — Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed !
09/24/2023 — Minneapolis, MN @ The Armory !
09/26/2023 — Denver, CO @ The Mission Ballroom !
09/27/2023 — Denver, CO @ The Mission Ballroom !
09/28/2023 — Denver, CO @ The Mission Ballroom !
09/30/2023 — Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater #
10/01/2023 — Grand Prairie, TX @ Texas Trust CU Theatre #
10/03/2023 — Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre #
10/04/2023 — Las Vegas, NV @ The Theater at Virgin Hotels #
10/06/2023 — Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena #
10/07/2023 — Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena #
10/09/2023 — Berkeley, CA @ The Greek Theatre #
10/10/2023 — Berkeley, CA @ The Greek Theatre #
10/11/2023 — Berkeley, CA @ The Greek Theatre #
10/13/2023 — Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Bowl #
10/14/2023 — Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl ^
10/15/2023 — Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Bowl %
10/17/2023 — Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Bowl ~
* with Lauren Mayberry
! with Warpaint
# with The Beths
^ with Pedro The Lion
% with Built To Spill
~ with Iron And Wine
Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Nick Bosa’s status ahead of the San Francisco 49ers’ season opener was in question, as the former No. 2 overall NFL Draft pick held out during the preseason in search of a new deal from the team. While reports indicated that it did not seem like he’d join the team for their Week 1 contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, a resolution has been reached, and now, Bosa is in line to make a whole lot of money.
According to Adam Schefter of ESPN and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Niners and the NFL’s reigning Defensive Player of the Year came to terms on a brand new, 5-year contract extension. The deal will pay Bosa $170 million with $122.5 million of that guaranteed, and as a result, the former Ohio State standout is now the highest-paid defensive player in league history.
Source: Nick Bosa has agreed to a five-year, $170 million extension with the San Francisco 49ers, including $122.5 million guaranteed, by a wide margin. It will make him the highest-paid defensive player in history. pic.twitter.com/bRm6S9Eemf
Sources: The #49ers and All-Pro edge Nick Bosa have agreed to terms on a massive new contract extension, with the reigning Defensive Player of the Year becoming the highest paid pass-rusher in the NFL.
Bosa was a crucial piece along the Niners’ defensive line as the team made it to the NFC Championship Game last season. His 18.5 sacks led the NFL, and in addition to that, Bosa registered 51 tackles, 19 tackles for loss, and a pair of forced fumbles.
As for his status on Sunday, Schefter brings word that Bosa will be likely to play when the team heads to Pittsburgh.
Ron DeSantis entered the 2024 Republican presidential primary as the biggest threat to unseat Donald Trump as the presumptive nominee. GOP voters seemed to like the Florida governor’s approach to the COVID pandemic and his approach to culture war topics.
However, DeSantis has since over-played his hand by waging a war with Disney and repeatedly stumbled on the campaign trail by showing his lack of talent at retail politics. (Siccing his security on a 15-year-old New Hampshire kid being one of his more recent missteps.) Now, the Florida governor is reportedly facing a donor exodus.
There were reports that at least one of DeSantis’ biggest backers has jumped ship for Chris Christie, but apparently, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. According to Politico, the governor is bleeding donors who are starting to shop around for better candidates. Only 16 of the 50 donors who gave to DeSantis’ 2022 re-election campaign have donated to his presidential super PAC Never Back Down, and at least one of those donors is turning towards Nikki Haley:
“I think he’s done a terrific job as governor of Florida, and I’ve been, as I think you know, a big supporter of him in that role,” Rauner said of DeSantis. But, he added, “I think Nikki Haley probably has the best chance to win the general election … I think everyone is trying to sort things out. We gotta win, we gotta win the general.”
Naturally, DeSantis campaign has offered its spin on the donor situation by highlighting that Never Back Down is sitting on a considerable war chest at the moment.
“Ron DeSantis outraised both Biden and Trump last quarter, and we continue to see overwhelming enthusiasm from grassroots and major supporters chipping in to help our campaign,” a DeSantis spokesperson told Politico. “We look forward to continued fundraising success this quarter as we capitalize on his strong debate performance and momentum in the early states.”
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