Former President Donald Trump has a 15-percentage-point lead on Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in a new survey that takes stock of the potential GOP primary field one year before the 2024 presidential contests begin.
Mr. Trump topped a list of 15 potential Republican contenders, at 43%, while Mr. DeSantis, who hasn’t formally announced a bid, has a firm grip on second place, with 28%,Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, who recently jumped into the race, received 7%, putting her even with former Vice President Mike Pence, who is touring the country and promoting a book ahead of a possible 2024 bid.
Mr. Trump does well across the board among GOP primary voters, particularly those without a college degree. Mr. DeSantis performed well with voters who hold a college degree and those who say President Biden was legitimately elected. Mr. Trump is ahead of Mrs. Haley, 66% to 24%, in a head-to-head between the two candidates who have formally launched their campaigns. Business entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy also launched a GOP bid, but he announced it mid-survey.
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