- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis breaks from Republicans by stating further support for Ukraine is not in America's vital national interests.
- DeSantis describes the conflict as a territorial dispute and says becoming further entangled is not in America's interests.
- The divide between isolationists and hawks among Republicans could threaten future aid to Kyiv.
- DeSantis has not yet announced his candidacy for 2024 presidential elections but is expected to do so soon.
- Opinion polls consistently suggest he is the Republican best positioned to take on Donald Trump.
Ron DeSantis says more Ukraine aid not in US ‘vital national interests’
Florida governor’s break with congressional Republicans over support for Kyiv underscores growing rift within party
Lauren Fedor
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