Has the DeSantis comeback already begun?

Gov. Ron DeSantis is poised to take the most public steps yet to rebuild his political future after dropping out of the 2024 presidential race, campaigning for GOP candidates in Florida and beyond in the coming months — and taking a leading role in fighting an abortion-rights referendum in his home state.

After months of sniping with Donald Trump, DeSantis will soon use his connections and fundraising network to help the former president — and is expected to bring in millions of dollars. But he’s also raising money for members of Congress, including Reps. Chip Roy (R-Texas) and Laurel Lee (R-Fla.). Both backed his bid for president.

DeSantis is also planning to head out of state to campaign with GOP candidates for U.S. Senate.

“The governor is still a very powerful brand and a powerful fundraiser,” said one Florida Republican fundraiser who was granted anonymity to speak freely.