Matt Gaetz clarifies Trump team’s access to spin room at Republican debate.
Rep. Matt Gaetz Clears the Air on Trump’s Team in the Spin Room
There was some confusion surrounding whether former President Donald Trump’s team would be allowed in the post-Republican debate spin room. However, Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) has set the record straight.
“So here’s what happened: The RNC gave control over the spin room to Fox News. We were allowed to go and observe the debate, but there was a little bit of confusion,”
Gaetz, speaking as a member of Trump’s team, assured everyone that the confusion has been resolved. Trump’s team will be present in full force at the debate, with access to the spin room.
“We’re going to be there to observe the debate, and I can’t wait to be giving my hot takes on Newsmax afterward and share with you my perspective on how it went,” Gaetz added enthusiastically.
Trump’s Lead in the Polls
During the discussion, Gaetz also highlighted Trump’s strong position in the polls, particularly in Iowa.
A Fox News representative confirmed that Trump’s team would indeed be allowed in the spin room as guests of another media outlet.
Meanwhile, Trump himself has hinted at opposing programming during the debate. In a cryptic post on Truth Social, he wrote, “I WILL BE VERY BUSY TOMORROW NIGHT – ENJOY!!!”
It appears that Trump’s counterprogram will be a sit-down interview with former Fox News host Tucker Carlson. Sources familiar with the matter revealed that the interview has already been recorded and is likely to be published on Wednesday, possibly during or around the debate.
As for the Republican debate, the stage will feature Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL), Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC), businessman Vivek Ramaswamy, former Vice President Mike Pence, former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, Gov. Doug Burgum (R-ND), former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, and former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson.
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