Former President Donald Trump has criticized Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds for endorsing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Reynolds is expected to announce her endorsement of DeSantis at a rally in Des Moines, breaking with the tradition of Iowa's top political leaders staying neutral before their state's GOP nomination fight. Trump's campaign called Reynolds' endorsement "disloyal" and accused her of lacking ambition for higher office. Trump himself took to social media to express his displeasure, stating that Reynolds owes him for her political standing. Reynolds and DeSantis have similar approaches to handling the COVID-19 pandemic, both opposing shutdowns and mask mandates. DeSantis, who is trailing Trump in Iowa polls, is in need of momentum in his campaign. Reynolds' endorsement could provide a boost to his standing in the state, where Trump holds a significant lead.