Ex-Trump official: Old boss lacks debating skills.
The Debate Stage: Is Trump Avoiding to Save Face?
The head of Gov. Ron DeSantis’s (R-FL) super PAC, Ken Cuccinelli, has made a bold claim about his former boss, Donald Trump. According to Cuccinelli, Trump is deliberately avoiding the upcoming Republican primary debate to protect his image.
Cuccinelli emphasizes the significance of this debate, calling it a “milestone in the campaign.” However, Trump has remained mysteriously silent about whether he will attend.
Trump’s Qualification and Loyalty Pledge
Under the Republican National Committee standards, Trump qualifies for the debate by polling at least 1% and having over 40,000 individual donors. However, he refuses to commit to a loyalty pledge, regardless of who wins the nomination. This echoes his behavior during the 2016 primary debate when he also refused to support another GOP nominee.
“Donald Trump lost the first presidential debate to Joe Biden,” Cuccinelli boldly states. “He is a captivating showman, but when it comes to debating, it exposes his weaknesses. On the other hand, Ron DeSantis shines, showcasing his preparation, intellect, and how he applies it all for the betterment of ordinary Americans’ lives.”
A Switch in Loyalties
When Cuccinelli transitioned from being a senior official in the Trump administration to heading DeSantis’s super PAC, he brought along Erin Perrine, Trump’s former campaign press communications director. Perrine now serves as the communications director for the political action committee.
Who Has Qualified?
So far, several notable figures have qualified for the debate, including Gov. Doug Burgum (R-ND), Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, and Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC). Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson and former Vice President Mike Pence have met the polling requirement but not the fundraising requirement.
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The Countdown Begins
The debate is scheduled for August 23 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Candidates have until 48 hours before the debate to meet the necessary standards.
This leaves former Texas representative Will Hurd, Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, political commentator Larry Elder, and businessman Perry Johnson trailing behind in the race to fulfill both requirements for the debate.
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