I think he could. Will he run? I think he might. Can he beat Trump? I think he could.
Trump has become that old Ron White joke: He has the right to remain silent, but lacks the ability.
DeSantis doesn't seem to be so braggadocious, but makes his points with smoothness, and is less offensive.
He calls out fake news not so much by insult, but reminding them of their intentions.
I think he might be the only real conservative shot at the 2024 White House. JMO