Virtual Struggles: The New York Times has scrutinized Governor DeSantis’s campaign for its heavy reliance on online strategies, pointing out that this focus has now become a significant vulnerability. The report suggests that failing in the digital arena can have detrimental effects on a campaign’s real-world prospects.

Media Moves: According to the Washington Post, the Biden campaign is contemplating ramping up its early advertising initiatives. However, there’s internal disagreement among Democrats about whether the campaign’s upbeat economic messages are resonating with voters.

Waning Support: NBC reporters Alex Seitz-Wald, Shaquille Brewster, and Kailani Koenig indicate that President Biden’s strong backing of Israel may be eroding his support among Muslim and Arab Americans in Michigan, a pivotal state that Biden narrowly secured in 2020.

Defense Debate: Businessman Vivek Ramaswamy has advocated for the U.S. to establish its own “Iron Dome,” akin to Israel’s missile defense system. However, NBC’s Katherine Koretski argues that the types of missile threats faced by the U.S. are not the same as those faced by Israel.

Steadfast Scott: Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina has stood by his assertion that President Biden has “blood on his hands” following attacks by Hamas on Israel. Speaking to ABC, Scott described himself as a “joyful warrior,” emphasizing that leadership accountability is crucial during conflicts. Politico notes that some of Scott’s supporters are disenchanted with his campaign’s performance.

Legal Hurdles for Trump: A judge has temporarily lifted the partial gag order imposed on former President Donald Trump in a federal election interference case. In a related Georgia case, Kenneth Chesebro, an attorney who advised Trump, has accepted a plea deal. Meanwhile, in a New York civil fraud case, Trump received a fine for online comments about the judge’s law clerk and was warned of potential imprisonment for further violations.

Exit Stage: Businessman Perry Johnson, a peripheral candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, has withdrawn from the race, as reported by NBC’s Alex Tabet. Johnson is now contemplating a Senate run in Michigan.