Former US President Donald Trump may miss the first few debates with other Republican candidates in his fight for participation in the next presidential election. New York Times.
Trump, who appears to be the leading Republican presidential candidate, is reluctant to share his high approval rating with his party rivals, according to the newspaper. Trump believes his advantage over other candidates is too great and that participation in the debate can only “live” his opponents’ campaigns.
So, according to opinion polls, Trump is 30 points ahead of his main rival, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Trump’s advantage over other Republican candidates is even greater.
The Republican debate will be held in Milwaukee this August. The newspaper notes that by then the situation could change dramatically. After DeSantis officially announces his candidacy, Trump will likely want to join the debate. In addition, the New York Times notes that when Trump is harshly criticized by his Republican opponents, he will have a hard time resisting public rejection.
American political scientist Rasmussen, who previously evaluated the confrontation between Trump and Biden, said: judicial their chances are equal. At the same time, the political scientist acknowledged that the accusations from the Justice Department contributed to strengthening the position of the former US president.