Staff Reports
Journalist Matt Kim’s run-in with the DeSantis campaign granted him a VIP ticket to the final pre-caucus rally for former President Donald Trump’s campaign. The gracious hosts of Trump’s event not only granted him entry, but also provided him with backstage access and an exclusive interview with the 45th president. Kim, known for his substantial YouTube following and social media presence, shared his surprise at the stark difference in treatment between the two campaigns. According to Kim, the DeSantis camp had unceremoniously booted him from their rally, while Trump’s team welcomed him with open arms and encouraged him to document the event however he pleased.
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Kim’s account of the contrasting approaches of the two campaigns highlighted the stark difference in their attitudes towards the media. He emphasized that Trump’s team demonstrated a willingness to engage openly with the press, in contrast to the DeSantis campaign’s apparent reluctance to allow their candidate to interact with the media without restrictions. The unexpected turn of events left Kim looking forward to the following day’s developments with excitement and anticipation.
During the event in Indianola, President Trump delivered a nearly two-hour speech that covered a wide range of topics, including criticism of his chief rival in Iowa, Governor Ron DeSantis, as well as other prominent figures such as “Birdbrain” Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy. Trump urged the audience to see the upcoming caucuses as an opportunity for them to reclaim their power and voice, emphasizing the importance of standing up to the establishment.
One attendee, Marc Smiarowski, expressed his unwavering support for the former president, citing Trump’s resilience in the face of adversity as a key reason for his loyalty. Smiarowski’s determination to brave any weather conditions to cast his vote for Trump reflected a sentiment shared by many of the former president’s supporters. With endorsements from numerous Florida GOP colleagues of Governor DeSantis and a commanding lead in the polls, President Trump headed into the first Republican primary with confidence and widespread support.
As the caucuses drew near, the enthusiasm and devotion of Trump’s supporters continued to underscore the strength of his position within the Republican Party, setting the stage for a highly anticipated and potentially defining moment in the primary season.
