Dem governors weighing White House face the DeSantis dilemma

Democratic governors considering a 2028 presidential run are being cautioned by former aides to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to enter the race sooner rather than later. This advice stems from DeSantis' own predicament after his 2022 reelection, where he had to navigate the timing of his political moves post-midterms. As governors like Josh Shapiro, Wes Moore, JB Pritzker, and Andy Beshear contemplate their next steps, they face a critical decision: whether to launch their campaigns early to build momentum, or to wait and assess the political landscape. This timing could significantly influence their chances in a crowded field of potential Democratic candidates.