DeSantis expected to announce presidential run late next week

(NewsNation) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to formally announce his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination late next week, two sources familiar with the matter told NewsNation.

Some donors got messages Monday indicating they were invited to Miami for events on May 24 and 25 for what is expected to be an announcement event and related activities, one source said, although specifics were not provided.

The DeSantis political team is confirming there will be a donor's briefing next week in Miami, but team members are not commenting on whether the governor will make his announcement then.

Politico reported Monday that donors were invited to Miami between May 24 and May 26 for what is believed to be DeSantis' formal campaign entry.

NewsNation reported last week the Florida governor was aiming to make his announcement in late May near the Memorial Day holiday.