If DeSantis does the same once he's officially in, you might as well cancel the primary and give the nomination to Trump. That simply doesn't work. You have to hit back whether you like it or not.
Some on FR don't understand that simple law.
A person could say "DeSantis didn't hit him." But getting closer and closer to running against him is like hitting him. Trump may not want to wait for all the hoo-ha when the "I'm running!" announcement finally comes.
Nah, DeSantis needs to keep his powder dry and continue to ignore Trump. By not acknowledging Trump’s insults Trump will grow more and more angry until he lets go on Casey DeSantis. He attacked Heidi Cruz and given time he’ll punch down on Casey DeSantis. Then DeSantis can justifiably nuke Trump. Trump will come off as a petty bully and DeSantis will come off as a disciplined defender of the innocent.
No I don’t think it’s going to work this time.
This behavior worked last time because it was a surprise. However I know of many people who have supported Trump who have been frustrated and angry at what looks like Trump’s desperation to get the spotlight.