Meet Ron DeSantis

From humble beginnings, Ron DeSantis's grandfather worked in the steel mills of Pennsylvania and Ohio. His mother was a nurse, and his father installed Nielsen TV rating boxes throughout the state of Florida. As a child, DeSantis found passion in America's pastime: baseball. From playing in the Little League World Series as a kid, to becoming a baseball legend at Yale, where he served as captain of the team and held the highest batting average for the Bulldogs, Governor DeSantis worked to put himself through college and Harvard Law School before courageously volunteering to serve our country in the U.S. Navy.

As a JAG Officer in the U.S. Navy, Ron deployed to Iraq in support of the SEAL mission in Fallujah, Ramadi and the rest of Al Anbar province, where he earned a Bronze Star Medal.

Upon the completion of his military service, Ron DeSantis wasn’t done serving. Ron served as a federal prosecutor, where he targeted and convicted child predators. He was elected to Congress in 2012 by a 57-43% margin, with majorities in all four counties. Congressman DeSantis was also a leading champion for America’s veterans and helped enact reforms to the VA with an emphasis on mental health, and established the House Freedom Caucus (HFC). HFC was founded to fight against the establishment Washington elites and give conservatives across the nation a real voice in the U.S. Congress.

Ron DeSantis was elected Governor of Florida in 2018 by a razor-thin margin. But after tackling woke corporations, fighting for parents and keeping indoctrination out of our classrooms, refusing to back down to Dr. Fauci’s draconian COVID recommendations, and keeping his state open and free while creating an economic powerhouse, DeSantis won re-election by the widest margin in a generation. Ron DeSantis has NEVER lost an election and is the Republican Party’s best chance to beat Joe Biden and radical Democrats in the 2024 Presidential election.

Governor DeSantis’s steadfast, conservative principles have led him to enact a bold agenda that has transformed Florida into a blueprint for the nation. He’s delivered win after win, and never backs down from battles - no matter how tough - that protect the people. No leader has accomplished more for his state than Governor DeSantis, and he will do the same in fighting for our country.

Ron is married to Casey DeSantis, an Emmy Award winning television host. Together, they’re the proud parents of their daughters, Madison and Mamie, and their son, Mason.

TIMELINE

September 14, 1978

Born

Ron DeSantis was born in Jacksonville, Florida, and spent most of his childhood in Dunedin, Florida. He was raised with blue-collar roots by his mother, a nurse, and father, who installed cable boxes.

September 14, 1978

1997

Education

After graduating high school, Ron studied undergraduate at Yale University. He worked his way through college and was captain of the baseball team. He attended Harvard Law School, where he earned a commission in the U.S. Navy as a JAG officer. Ron served as a prosecutor in Florida as well, focused on putting child predators behind bars.

1997

2004

Military Service

After graduating from law school, Ron DeSantis joined the U.S. Navy as a JAG Naval Officer. Ron was deployed to Iraq during his active-duty service, supporting the SEAL mission there. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Meritorious Service and the Iraq Campaign Medal for his service to our country.

2004

2009

Marriage

Ron and Casey met at a driving range while he was on active duty in Northeast Florida. They were married in 2009 and lived in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Their marriage has been a pillar of strength for them both, particularly during Casey’s cancer diagnosis in 2021.

2009

2012

Congress

Ron DeSantis was elected to Congress in 2012, where he was a leading champion for America’s veterans and helped establish the House Freedom Caucus to fight against establishment Washington elites.

2012

2016

Family

After serving our country in the military and serving in Congress, Ron embarked on the most challenging and rewarding journey yet in 2016: parenthood. They’ve been blessed with three children and are excited to experience the presidential campaign trail with them!

2016

2018

Governor

In 2018, Ron DeSantis was elected the 46th Governor of Florida. As governor, he has always been a voice that stands up for what is right and is not afraid to take criticism for defending the people he represents. As COVID rocked our nation, Ron DeSantis prioritized freedom in the face of corruption and authoritative control. Last fall, he won re-election in a historic landslide victory. His leadership in his first term helped him flip Democrat strongholds to Republican throughout the state.

2018

2025

President

Ron DeSantis will take the oath of office and be sworn in to serve our country as the 47th President of the United States.

2025

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