According to Mediate, in a characteristically bold declaration on his newly established social media platform, Truth Social, Donald Trump unequivocally affirmed his decision to abstain from the upcoming GOP primary debate and, in a sweeping pronouncement, asserted his intention to eschew participation in any forthcoming debates of a similar nature. This announcement comes hot on the heels of reports that the former president would forgo the upcoming RNC debate hosted by Fox News, opting instead to unveil a pre-recorded interview with the erstwhile Fox host, Tucker Carlson. The unconventional choice to release this interview concurrently with the live debate has garnered attention and discussion.
It is revealed that prior to this revelation, high-ranking executives at Fox News had privately implored Trump to consider attending the RNC debate. Their efforts, however, appear to have fallen on deaf ears, as Trump’s resolute stance remains unwavering. This development is particularly intriguing in light of Trump’s consistent contemplation, often shared with his supporters and close confidantes, about the possibility of abstaining from the primary debates. Despite such speculations, the former president’s preeminent position in the extensive GOP field remains evident, a fact substantiated by numerous national polls.
Citing a recent CBS poll that astonishingly positions him at the vanguard with an impressive 62% support, Trump articulated this data as the linchpin for his decision to forego the debates. In a statement posted on Truth Social, he detailed the percentages of support garnered by other contenders: DeSanctimonious trails with 46 points below, followed by Ramaswamy at 7%, Pence at 5%, Scott at 3%, Haley at 2%, Christie at 2%, and Hutchinson at 1%.
“New CBS POLL, just out, has me leading the field by “legendary” numbers. TRUMP 62%, 46 Points above DeSanctimonious (who is crashing like an ailing bird!), Ramaswamy 7%, Pence 5%, Scott 3%, Haley 2%, Sloppy Chris Christie 2%, “Aida” Hutchinson 1%,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
He added, “The public knows who I am & what a successful Presidency I had, with Energy Independence, Strong Borders & Military, Biggest EVER Tax & Regulation Cuts, No Inflation, Strongest Economy in History, & much more. I WILL THEREFORE NOT BE DOING THE DEBATES!”
This compilation of figures, according to Trump, echoes the widespread recognition of his persona and the accomplishments of his presidential tenure. From assertions of energy independence, fortified borders, and military prowess to claims of monumental tax cuts and regulatory reform, Trump champions his legacy as a transformative force. These assertions, including the boast of presiding over an inflation-free robust economy, contribute to his ultimate conclusion that he will abstain from future debates.
