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This Week in Politics…Former President — and current 2024 candidate — Donald Trump was arraigned on felony charges in NYC, where investigators allege he falsified business records related to hush money payments during his first campaign for president.
So what does this mean for his third bid for the White House?
Well, since the unsealing of the indictment Republicans have coalesced around him, echoing his sentiment that they believe the investigation into him is politically motivated.
Campaign-wise — we all know political races are about cash and Trump's 2024 campaign says they’ve brought in more than $12 million in donations since news of his indictment.
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Some polls are reflecting a boost to Trump’s campaign as well. In a recent Reuters/Ipsos online poll of about 700 Republicans, 48% said Trump should be the nominee in 2024, that's up from their poll taken before the indictment.
In second was Florida Governor Ron DeSantis at 19%. Now, DeSantis isn't officially in the race, though many expect him to be—and he too has proven to be a strong fundraiser. DeSantis also edged out Trump in a poll of Florida voters.
But how will this recent post-indictment boost to Trump impact DeSantis' plans?
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