Ron DeSantis handed participation trophy as he 'probably won’t win the election'

As Ron DeSantis braved Iowa’s icy roads and temperatures well below zero to meet supporters in a small community room, he faced an awkward encounter.

A comedian carrying a gold trophy interrupted to walk up and thank the Republican presidential candidate for his “participation” in the 2024 race.

“Governor DeSantis, I want to present to you this participation trophy,” he told him. “Now, [you’re] probably not gonna win the election, right? But we’re proud of you for trying.”

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