In this November 3, 2018, file photo President Donald Trump stands behind then-gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis at a rally in Pensacola, Florida.
In this November 3, 2018, file photo President Donald Trump stands behind then-gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis at a rally in Pensacola, Florida.
  • DeSantis hit back at Trump in the New York Post after he made salacious insinuations on Truth Social.
  • He contrasted his winning record with that of the ex-president and accused him of boosting Fauci.
  • A rivalry between the two is heating up ahead of a potential 2024 GOP primary contest. 

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis meant every word.