DeSantis: Iran War Backfired on GOP
Florida governor criticizes war's impact on gas prices and Republican strategy.
The Brief
- DeSantis claims the Iran war has hurt Republicans during election season.
- He linked higher gas prices to the conflict during an interview with Stephen A. Smith.
- DeSantis warned Republicans against dismissing the war's effects on voters.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stated that the Iran war has negatively affected the Republican Party, particularly during the current election season.
During an interview with commentator Stephen A. Smith on SiriusXM, DeSantis discussed the war's impact on gas prices for everyday Americans.
DeSantis acknowledged that gas prices have risen, affecting working-class individuals, and attributed the increase to the conflict.
The Hill newspaper reported that the average gas price on Election Day was $4.13 per gallon.
DeSantis warned that Republicans cannot ignore the war's impact on voters and risk gaslighting them.
He also noted that President Donald Trump's 2024 campaign focused on avoiding new wars and lowering prices for Americans.
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