"Trump's Absence and Donor Disillusionment: Highlights of the Second Republican Debate"

The Republican National Committee has announced the lineup for the second Republican presidential debate, with seven candidates qualifying to participate. Former President Donald Trump, who easily met the requirements but skipped the first debate, will also not attend this one. With time running short for his rivals to gain ground, they will need to seize moments like debates to make an impact in early contests. Former Gov. Asa Hutchinson of Arkansas, who qualified for the first debate, failed to meet the tougher requirements for the second. Trump plans to give a prime-time speech in Detroit during the debate and has refused to sign a pledge to support the Republican nominee.