Trump vs. DeSantis: Beer Track vs. Wine Track?

Though there are more than 600 days to the general election, the shadow primary for the 2024 Republican nomination is in full swing. After a quiet few months following his November campaign announcement, Donald Trump has started to ramp up staffing and fundraising operations in recent weeks. On February 15^th, Nikki Haley jumped into the race, while fellow South Carolinian Tim Scott continues to visit and run ads in Iowa. Other Republicans – including Larry Hogan, Mike Pompeo, Mike Pence, Chris Sununu, and Kristi Noem – are all considering winter or early spring campaign launches.