Key takeaways:
- Former President Donald Trump has refused to sign the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) loyalty pledge.
- Trump took issue with a particular clause of the pledge that says the candidate will support the eventual GOP nominee.
- Trump’s refusal to sign the loyalty pledge has sparked a debate among Republicans and Democrats alike.
Former President Donald Trump has refused to sign the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) loyalty pledge, which requires candidates to agree to back the Republican Party’s eventual nominee in 2024. Trump made his stance clear during an interview with Newsmax’s Eric Bolling on Wednesday.
The loyalty pledge, also known as the “Beat Biden” pledge, is a requirement for qualifying candidates to take part in the first GOP primary debate later this month. Trump has yet to confirm whether he will take part in the event set for August 23.
When asked why he wouldn’t sign the pledge, Trump said he could name three or four people that he wouldn’t support for president. He also took issue with a particular clause of the pledge that says the candidate will support the eventual GOP nominee.
“Why would I sign a pledge?” Trump said.
The RNC has yet to comment on Trump’s refusal to sign the loyalty pledge. However, it is likely that the RNC will continue to require candidates to sign the pledge in order to participate in the first GOP primary debate.
Trump’s refusal to sign the loyalty pledge has sparked a debate among Republicans and Democrats alike. While some have praised Trump for standing up for his beliefs, others have criticized him for not following the rules. It remains to be seen how the RNC will respond to Trump’s refusal to sign the loyalty pledge.
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