[Use It Or Lose It]

Can't the GOP replace their candidate for a more viable one under the 'Torch Rule'? Basically, it states that if your candidate is trailing in the polls, you can substitute a more viable one. Sounds good to me.

Of course. It should be done, and then let's hear what the Rats have to say. It was ok for them. Why not for the GOP?

[reformed_democrat]

Can't the GOP replace their candidate for a more viable one under the 'Torch Rule'? Basically, it states that if your candidate is trailing in the polls, you can substitute a more viable one. Sounds good to me.

Of course. It should be done, and then let's hear what the Rats have to say. It was ok for them. Why not for the GOP?

Actually, it would be perfectly legal to change candidates until September (providing Ryan withdraws). The 19 members of the Republican State Central Committee would select a new candidate if Ryan decides to do the honorable thing and step aside.

After September, the Torch Rule applies.