On May 24, 2023, Ron DeSantis, the 46th and current governor of Florida, announced his candidacy for the 2024 United States presidential election. On January 21, 2024, DeSantis suspended his campaign
Ron DeSantis's congressional portrait, 2013
DeSantis's international visits were considered to improve his credentials on foreign policy
Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley at the CNN Republican Presidential Debate in Des Moines, Iowa.
DeSantis in West Des Moines, Iowa, January 9, 2024.
Former president Donald Trump, the 2024 Republican nominee for President of the United States, considered several prominent Republicans and other individuals before selecting Senator JD Vance of Ohio
Governor and 2024 presidential candidate Doug Burgum of North Dakota (2016–2024)
Senator and 2016 presidential candidate Marco Rubio from Florida (2011–2025)
Senator and 2024 presidential candidate Tim Scott from South Carolina (2013–present)