DeSantis faces balancing act in backing Trump, experts say

ORLANDO, Fla. — Given the chance to pounce, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is instead backing his rival Donald Trump, accusing the U.S. Department of Justice of partisan bias in charging the former president. For political analysts, DeSantis’ unwillingness to attack Trump over his legal problems showcases the influence Trump retains with Republican voters, who are siding with him as he faces criminal charges in two different jurisdictions. DeSantis must challenge Trump for the GOP presidential nomination but not in a way that will alienate Republicans who voted for him for president, said Gregory K...