Former President Donald Trump is intensifying his campaign against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as he prepares to enter the 2024 presidential race. Trump has been attacking DeSantis for some time, and even suggested he not run at all, causing the governor to visit Washington DC to meet members of Congress about the upcoming election. Trump is promoting endorsements from Florida lawmakers who have endorsed him to counter DeSantis' trip to the capital. On April 21, Trump planned to host a dinner party that included members of Florida’s congressional delegation who have backed him and not DeSantis.

Erin Perrine, communications director for "Never Back Down," a pro-DeSantis political action committee, said that Trump is on the attack because he is afraid of DeSantis's grassroots support, which is building momentum for a probable run for the presidency. Trump’s campaign has not provided a guest list for the April 21 event, but it is believed to include members of Florida’s delegation who have chosen to endorse him over DeSantis. Trump's approval rating among Republicans has increased and DeSantis is expected to announce his presidential plans after the Florida Legislature adjourns in May.