Donald Trump has already declared himself a no-show for the first GOP primary debate this week, but that doesn’t mean the former president won’t be elbowing for room in the spotlight.
Eight candidates qualified to participate in Wednesday’s debate, giving each of the presidential hopefuls an opportunity to distinguish themselves among a crowded field and position themselves as the party’s best chance to win the White House in 2024. However, some GOP leaders have already brushed off the debate as unnecessary due to Trump’s commanding poll numbers — with the former president citing that as a main reason not to participate.
“Donald Trump has always put America first. He has earned four more years as President,” the quote under Haley reads, referring to a comment she made in August 2020. Trump announced on Sunday he would not participate in the debates, citing his dominance in early polling as evidence that his presence would be unnecessary.
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