Florida's Republican Governor, Ron DeSantis, appears poised to step into the national arena, with plans to declare his candidacy for the 2024 presidential race next week. This much-anticipated decision follows months of speculation and anticipation.

Confidential sources indicate to Fox News that the conservative governor, now in his second term, will submit official documents to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to formalize his bid. This revelation was initially reported by the Wall Street Journal.

A strategic meeting with principal financial supporters in Miami, Florida is expected to coincide with DeSantis' FEC filing. This move, as per the law, permits DeSantis to solicit contributions for his presidential endeavor, potentially initiating an aggressive fundraising drive.

The governor has an impressive fundraising record, with a significant $110 million balance across his fundraising committees at the spring's onset. A substantial portion of these funds could potentially be funneled into Never Back Down, a super PAC expected to back DeSantis' presidential run.

There are plans for a formal campaign launch event to occur following next week's donor assembly, though specific details remain undisclosed.

The governor's recent actions hint towards the nearing of his campaign launch. His political team relocated from the Republican Party of Florida headquarters to new offices earlier this week. Additionally, the governor parted ways with Friends of Ron DeSantis, his longtime political state committee, adhering to federal campaign finance regulations.

DeSantis, maintaining his popularity, declared last week that his decision regarding the 2024 presidential campaign will be made "relatively soon."

The governor's frequent visits to early voting primary states and the recent expansion of his Tallahassee political team have been read as signs of his impending presidential campaign launch.

Polls for the Republican primary suggest DeSantis as a strong competitor to former President Donald Trump. While Trump currently leads the polls, DeSantis holds a robust second place, significantly outpacing the remaining GOP contenders.

Governor DeSantis' growing popularity among conservatives has largely been attributed to his firm stance against COVID-19 restrictions and his aggressive cultural warfare, targeting media, corporations, and teacher unions.

As governor, DeSantis has instituted several conservative policies, including controversial abortion laws, tightened immigration regulations, restrictions on gender and diversity education in schools, and concealed weapon laws.

DeSantis has spent recent months promoting his "Florida blueprint" across the country, sharing his vision for the nation, illustrated in his recently published book, "The Courage to Be Free."

DeSantis will join a competitive field, including former ambassadors and governors, entrepreneurs, and commentators. Former Vice President Mike Pence is expected to announce his candidacy soon, with several other high-profile figures contemplating entering the race.