DeSantis launches GOP presidential campaign in Twitter announcement plagued by glitches

MIAMI - Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis launched his 2024 presidential campaign on Wednesday with firm words but a disastrous Twitter announcement that did little to counter criticism that the 44-year-old Republican may not be ready to take on former President Donald Trump.

While he tried to project confidence, DeSantis' unusual decision to announce his campaign in an online conversation with Twitter CEO Elon Musk ultimately backfired. The audio stream crashed repeatedly, making it virtually impossible for most users to hear the new presidential candidate in real time.

''American decline is not inevitable - it is a choice. And we should choose a new direction - a path that will lead to American revitalization,'' DeSantis said on the glitchy stream, racing through his conservative accomplishments. ''I am running for president of the United States to lead our great American comeback."

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