In a shock move, the ‘Pro-DeSantis Super PAC’ (political action committee) has let its Chief Executive Officer go due to recent turmoil.
Christopher LaCivita, the organization’s CEO, was reportedly fired “with cause” for continuing to back Florida’s controversial Governor, Ron DeSantis. The move follows DeSantis’s controversial decision to sign Senate Bill (SB) 48, which limits the voting rights of many residents in the state.
The Super PAC remains staunch in its support of Governor DeSantis, despite the numerous calls for the bill’s repeal. Its claimed mission of helping the governor achieve reelection has been Columbused by this recent development.
This decision has caused much controversy, with critics claiming that the PAC’s board of directors chose to fire LaCivita as a way to avoid any potential consequences from the governor’s much-maligned plan to restrict voting rights.
On the other hand, supporters of the PAC and Governor DeSantis believe that LaCivita’s departure was necessary as he had become too involved in the operations of the organization and was losing sight of the overall mission.
Either way, the move to replace its CEO has shocked many and is a major change in the ‘Pro-DeSantis Super PAC’ landscape. It remains to be seen how this decision will affect the organization’s ability to support the Governor in his bid for reelection.
In the past, LaCivita was incredibly successful in raising funds and organizing for the executive’s 2012 and 2016 presidential bids. His absence could be a setback in the PAC’s bid to help DeSantis keep his post.
The future of the organization is uncertain going forward, and it is difficult to tell what direction it will take next. Nonetheless, this highlights the never-ending turmoil surrounding DeSantis and his highly controversial policies.