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Donald Trump says Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ‘would be considered’ as 2024 running mate

Trump makes comments to Maria Bartiromo on Fox News

ORLANDO, Fla. – Donald Trump on Thursday told Fox News that he is considering running for president again in 2024 and would “certainly” consider Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as his running mate.

The former president said he is “100%” thinking about the opportunity in an interview on “Mornings with Maria,” hosted by Maria Bartiromo, a day after President Joe Biden addressed a joint session of Congress.

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Trump referred to DeSantis as “a friend” and “a great guy.”

“I endorsed Ron and after I endorsed him he took off like a rocket ship,” Trump continued. “He’s done a great job as governor.”

News 6 has reached out to DeSantis’ office for comment but has not yet heard back.