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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Francis Suarez's Campaign at Risk: Exclusion from GOP Debate Raises Concerns

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, a presidential candidate, believes that if a candidate fails to meet the minimum requirements to qualify for a debate, they should drop out. Suarez, who has met the donor threshold but not the polling numbers required, argues that the polling requirements are unfair for lesser-known candidates. Despite the challenges, Suarez remains confident that he will make the debate stage on August 23 in Milwaukee.

via POLITICO|

#francis-suarez #politics #polling-threshold

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Mike Pence Secures Spot in Historic GOP Debate"

Former Vice President Mike Pence has qualified for the first Republican presidential primary debate on August 23, joining seven other candidates who have already met the requirements. This sets up a potential faceoff with former President Donald Trump, who has publicly floated skipping the debate. Pence's qualification came after surpassing the 40,000 donor requirement, which some of his opponents reached earlier. The major question remains whether Trump will participate, potentially setting up a showdown between Pence and his former boss. Pence's denouncement of Trump's fitness for office and the RNC's requirement to pledge support to the eventual nominee may clash. Pence is likely to qualify for the second GOP debate on September 27.

via POLITICO|

#donald-trump #gop-debate #mike-pence

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Boycott Threats Loom as Lower-Polling GOP Candidates Scramble for Debate Qualification"

The first GOP primary debate for the 2024 election is facing potential boycotts and challenges as lower-polling candidates struggle to meet fundraising and polling requirements to qualify. Former President Donald Trump is considering holding a competing event instead of participating. Candidates are also pushing back on a loyalty pledge required by the Republican Party. The uncertainty surrounding the debate has created frustration for candidates hoping to confront Trump and hinder his momentum. The Republican National Committee has set strict criteria for participation, including a minimum number of donors and polling thresholds. Some candidates have already qualified, while others are unlikely to make the cutoffs.

via Yahoo News|

#debate #donald-trump #gop-primary