A debate stage that was once expected to be as sprawling as it was in 2016 may amount to a slimmed-down affair.
The GOP primary debate seemed originally like it could result in political fireworks. But with less than two months to go, it is veering toward something far less crowded and consequential.
“I think for those people who don’t make the debate stage, it’s very hard for them to make the case for why they should stay in the race, and I suspect they will have trouble raising money after that,” said former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who is still trying to secure the 40,000 donors needed to qualify for the first debate, set to be hosted by Fox News on Aug. 23.
By skipping the debate, Trump advisers hope to rob what could be his opponents’ best opportunity to trip up the former president. | Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images Those threats may ultimately not matter, since only those who have met the RNC’s polling and donation thresholds will be asked to take the pledge anyways. Lower-polling candidates who’ve come out against the requirement — like former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson and former Texas Rep. Will Hurd — may not get the opportunity to sign onto the loyalty agreement. Christie has openly refused to support Trump but also said he’ll sign whatever is required to get on the debate stage.
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