More than 40 billionaires back Gov. Ron DeSantis’ reelection campaign in Florida. Who are they?

TALLAHASSEE – An astounding level of wealth is lined up behind Gov. Ron DeSantis as he seeks reelection, with at least 42 billionaires and members of billionaire families worth a combined $275 billion contributing to the governor, a vast campaign money supply that he may be able to tap repeatedly in 2022 and beyond.

Political experts say that level of billionaire support in a governor’s race is remarkable, and speaks to his star power within the GOP.

It also raises questions about how his ties to economic elites, a group he appears to be heavily courting despite public spats with companies such as Disney, could impact policy decisions.

The governor’s billionaire contributors have a combined net worth greater than the gross domestic product of Finland or Pakistan. They hail from 15 states. They include well-known names and obscure figures. Some have been dogged by scandal. One even was pardoned by former President Donald Trump.