Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Booed, Chanted at WWE Tampa Event

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis received a loud and sustained chorus of boos and chants of "you suck" from fans during WWE's Saturday Night Main Event in Tampa, signaling significant disapproval from the crowd. Video footage from the event at the Yuengling Center shows fans jeering as DeSantis approached the ring, with some observers suggesting he was playing the role of a wrestling heel. The reasons for the crowd's reaction are not entirely clear but may relate to recent controversies such as his handling of state park protections and his diminished political standing following his failed 2024 presidential bid and endorsement of Donald Trump. Despite the negative reception, DeSantis did not visibly react and continued to engage cordially with some attendees. His political future appears uncertain, and some commentators humorously speculate that his ability to draw crowd reactions could translate into a pro wrestling persona. DeSantis also visited wrestling legend Hulk Hogan in Clearwater, reflecting ongoing ties to the wrestling community.