RNC Stands Firm on Loyalty Pledge Despite Trump's Indictment - POLITICO

The Republican National Committee (RNC) has refused to amend its protocols requiring candidates to sign a loyalty pledge to support the eventual nominee, despite concerns raised by former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson's campaign. Hutchinson requested a meeting with RNC officials to amend the pledge in light of Donald Trump's indictment for his handling of classified documents. The RNC declined to make any changes to debate requirements and told the staffer the committee is "not dealing with hypotheticals" on Trump's legal fate.