In an unexpected twist, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and his wife, Casey DeSantis, made a conspicuous appearance at the wedding of Iowa State Representative Taylor Collins and his spouse, Savannah. Here’s what happened.
A Standing Ovation From 150 WEDDING Guests
The wedding, held in the heart of Iowa’s capital, turned into a spectacle of political theater, as the DeSantis couple aimed to bridge the gap between themselves and former President Donald Trump.
DeSantis, who had been touring the state, seized the opportunity to inject his presence into the festivities, walking in behind the newlyweds to enthusiastic cheers and a standing ovation from around 150 guests.
The move mirrored a similar recent event when former President Trump unexpectedly crashed a wedding at his New Jersey Bedminster golf club.
Video footage of DeSantis’s entrance into the wedding reception showcases the governor greeted by thunderous applause and energetic whistling.
… Stealing the Spotlight From the Bride and Groom
The newlywed couple graciously made way for DeSantis and his wife, with Representative Collins himself applauding the Florida Governor’s entrance.
The event also provided a platform for other political figures, such as Iowa’s Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg, to interact with DeSantis and highlight the wedding’s newfound political significance.
The social media frenzy that ensued highlighted both positive and negative reactions.
While some praised the spontaneity and uniqueness of the event, others criticized the DeSantis couple for allegedly stealing the spotlight from the bride and groom.
‘Wedding Crasher”
Social media users coined phrases like “upstaging” and “wedding crasher” to describe the governor’s role in the festivities.
One user tweeted, “DeSantis’ campaign is going so bad he’s forced to be a wedding crasher in order to draw a crowd.”
Another user added, “Upstaging the bride and groom on their wedding day is the most DeSantis thing I’ve ever seen.”
“How Tacky To Show Up and Then Wave as if Everyone Was There To Adore Him? Never Make Someone Else’s Wedding Day About Yourself.”
A third Twitter user wrote, “How tacky to show up and then wave as if everyone was there to adore him? Never make someone else’s wedding day about yourself.”
DeSantis’s visit to Iowa aligns with his broader strategy to solidify his political position, particularly within the Republican Party.
The governor had been touring the state, engaging with local constituents and touting his accomplishments in Florida, including conservative stances on education, abortion, and gender policies.
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Source: Daily Mail