Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman couldn’t resist poking fun at Florida Governor Ron DeSantis after reports surfaced that President-elect Donald Trump is considering DeSantis as a potential pick for Secretary of Defense.

The buzz comes amid claims that Trump’s team might ditch their earlier choice, former Fox News host Pete Hegseth, due to hurdles in securing his Senate confirmation. According to the Wall Street Journal, Trump casually floated DeSantis’ name during a recent chat at Mar-a-Lago, as reported by MSN.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis gestures as he speaks to a large crowd, Tuesday September 3, 2024 joined by other state officials to highlight state funding for nursing education during a news conference at Daytona State College.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Fetterman weighed in with his signature mix of humor and snark. “I’ll consider a YES on him if he finally admits to his boots with 4″ lifts,” the senator quipped, referring to a popular internet conspiracy about DeSantis allegedly wearing height-boosting insoles.

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The online theory, which gained traction during DeSantis’ brief presidential bid, scrutinized the peculiar shape of his boots. Social media sleuths speculated that the governor might have used lifts to appear taller—a potential edge when standing next to Trump, who towers at 6’3”.

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Fetterman’s jab resonated with many of his followers, who reveled in the lighthearted commentary. “Love to see a senator with a good, healthy sense of humor. We need more like Fetterman,” one user replied.

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Not everyone, however, found the joke amusing. DeSantis supporters defended the governor’s character, with one user firing back: “DeSantis is a clean, honorable man. I’m sure you can appreciate someone like that filling the Defense Secretary spot. Someone is going to have it. Why not someone who is honest?”

The speculation surrounding Trump’s Cabinet picks remains a hot topic, but the spotlight on DeSantis comes with an extra dose of drama. If nominated, DeSantis would have to navigate a confirmation process that could expose both allies and detractors within the Senate. Meanwhile, Fetterman’s playful post ensures the online conversation keeps buzzing.

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