Ron DeSantis vs Charlie Crist: Florida governor debate 2022 takeaways

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Democrat Charlie Crist faced each other on various issues during an hour-long debate.

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It was the first and only debate of Florida's governor race on October 24.

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The debate was full of fiery exchanges between the current governor and the former governor.

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The two exchanged barbs over several controversial topics like abortion, immigration and Florida’s response to the pandemic.

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Crist accused DeSantis of being focused on running for president in 2024.

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One intense moment was when Crist asked DeSantis if he could promise voters he’d serve a full 4-year term if re-elected.

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DeSantis continuously attacked Crist as a close ally to Biden, claiming his popularity is sagging in Florida.

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DeSantis' reported net worth was $3,18,987 in 2021, while Charlie Crist's estimated net worth was $1.4 million in 2018.

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