The Name's DeSantis

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You may not know who he is - but you should. Under Donald Trump Ron DeSantis rode the MAGA wave to to the governor job in Florida. For some, he's a smart Trump. For others, a troll who in a series of eye-catching stunts and pronouncements, has dominated headlines and is now viewed as a serious contender for the Republican nomination in 2024. From transporting desperate immigrants to the exclusive playground of Martha's Vineyard to taking on Disney over the so-called Don't Say Gay Bill, he's a politician who has weaponised the culture wars to enormous effect. For liberals, he's a cruel, socially awkward bogeyman, to his supporters, a strongman turning the tide against corrosive wokeism. Jim Naughtie profiles the man who, if he does turn his eye to The White House, may have to take the gloves off with the man who many say made him - Donald Trump. Presented by Jim Naughtie. Produced by Kevin Core.