President Donald Trump said he held a “great meeting” with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over the weekend, with discussions focused on political coordination, policy priorities, and the future of Florida.
In a public statement, Trump said the meeting was arranged by longtime
associate Steve Witkoff and described the conversation as centered on how both leaders would “work closely together” moving forward. He also emphasized DeSantis’s support and highlighted Florida’s performance under current leadership.
“The conversation mostly concerned how we would work closely together,” Trump said, adding that they also discussed “the future of Florida,” which he described as “fantastic.”
The meeting comes as Republicans prepare for upcoming election cycles and continue advancing policy priorities at both the federal and state levels. Florida remains a key state politically and economically, and coordination between federal and state leadership is expected to play a role in shaping policy implementation.
DeSantis has not publicly released a detailed readout of the meeting, but his office has indicated that the governor is focused on continuing work with federal officials on issues including immigration enforcement, environmental restoration projects such as the Everglades, and economic development initiatives.
The discussion also follows Trump’s continued engagement with state leaders as part of broader efforts to align policy goals across different levels of government. Florida has been a focal point for several national policy initiatives, particularly in areas such as border security, education, and economic policy.
In addition to policy coordination, the meeting has drawn attention to DeSantis’s future role after the conclusion of his current term as governor. According to multiple reports citing individuals familiar with the discussions, DeSantis and Trump have had conversations about potential roles in the administration.
Positions reportedly discussed in broader conversations include senior cabinet-level roles such as attorney general or defense secretary, as well as other federal appointments. Sources have also suggested that DeSantis could be considered for future judicial roles, though no formal decisions have been announced.
A spokesperson for DeSantis said the governor “enjoys a great relationship” with the president and looks forward to continued collaboration. The statement emphasized ongoing cooperation on policy issues affecting Florida residents and the broader national agenda.
The White House has not issued a formal comment on specific personnel
considerations, and officials have indicated that any decisions regarding appointments would be made through standard processes.
Trump has continued to engage with a range of political allies and advisers as part of ongoing discussions about governance and policy priorities. His administration has emphasized issues including election integrity, immigration policy, and economic growth, many of which intersect with initiatives already underway in Florida.
The meeting also reflects continued coordination between federal and state leadership on legislative and regulatory matters. Florida has implemented a number of policies in recent years that align with broader national priorities, and further cooperation could expand those efforts.
DeSantis, who previously served in the U.S. Navy’s Judge Advocate General’s Corps and later as a member of Congress before becoming governor, has maintained a focus on state-level governance while also participating in national policy discussions.
Following the meeting, Trump reiterated his support for DeSantis and highlighted the importance of working together on shared objectives. He also pointed to upcoming elections as a key moment for advancing those priorities.
While details of any future collaboration remain under discussion, the meeting signals ongoing engagement between federal and state leadership on both political and policy fronts.
Officials on both sides have indicated that additional discussions are expected in the coming months as legislative priorities develop and election-related activities continue.
For now, the emphasis remains on coordination, policy alignment, and advancing shared priorities at both the state and national levels.
