Something new, but in no way shocking, may be about to crest over the horizon of presidential politics: a general election debate created, sanctioned and hosted by President Donald J. Trump.
The president recently made it clear that he is giving serious consideration to skipping or recalibrating the 2020 general election presidential debates. He would be wise to follow his instincts.
Trump pointed out that debates involving Democratic candidates were “little-watched,” and said the “so-called Commission on Presidential Debates is stacked with Trump haters and Never-Trumpers.” He'll weigh his options and “make a decision at an appropriate time.”
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