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Florida Leaders Speculate on DeSantis's Autism Traits

8/21/2025

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Text messages show Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins and Rep. Alex Andrade discussing Gov. Ron DeSantis's potential autism spectrum traits.
Andrade mentioned that many successful individuals have Asperger’s, while Collins agreed DeSantis may fit this profile.
The conversation occurred during heightened tensions in the state legislature and investigations into a nonprofit associated with DeSantis.
DeSantis, facing term limits, may endorse Collins for the upcoming gubernatorial race.

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Text messages show Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins and Rep. Alex Andrade discussing Gov. Ron DeSantis's potential autism spectrum traits.
Andrade mentioned that many successful individuals have Asperger’s, while Collins agreed DeSantis may fit this profile.
The conversation occurred during heightened tensions in the state legislature and investigations into a nonprofit associated with DeSantis.
DeSantis, facing term limits, may endorse Collins for the upcoming gubernatorial race.