[Fiji Hill]

Of course he does!!! His ego and reputation just took a MASSIVE hit!!!
She must NOT win, now. Screw the country. Screw freedom. Screw America.
Rove must be avenged!

I think you just nailed it as to his motivation.

[Rational Thought]

This observation is the only one which makes sense to me. Someone within the Republican establishment leadership had better get him under control. Otherwise, they will turn their wrath on him.