When Trump took the stage via teleconference, the crowds seemed to cheer for him regardless of the claims made by others who had spoke. While Trump’s advisors may have hoped he
would clear the field by announcing the potential of a crowded field is maybe a better outcome for the former president.

Though while no one else has formally announced their run, the previously mentioned GOP members may soon be on a stage with Trump if the 2016 primaries give this cycle any guidance. As the first presidential primary debate occurred by the summer of 2015 with a whopping 17 candidates in the race, putting this group, potentially, only nine months out from their first debate.

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