Posted on 10/17/2015 9:27:07 AM PDT by Rockitz
Rising tensions between former Florida governor Jeb Bush and Republican presidential primary rival Marco Rubio broke out into the open Friday after the two campaigns began exchanging pointed fundraising-related barbs, culminating with a senior Bush campaign aide accusing the senator from Florida of intentionally exaggerating fundraising totals reported to the media and the Federal Election Commission.
“Lying about budgets. Guess Marco picked up something in the Senate,” Bush communications director Tim Miller tweeted Friday in an uncharacteristically blunt attack against Rubio, whom the former governor has described as a personal friend.
At the heart of the dust-up is the Rubio campaign’s repeated assertions that it has been more frugal than other campaigns, at times specifically singling out Bush's team. "Here's why Marco Rubio's campaign has more cash in the bank than Jeb Bush for President,” tweeted Rubio communications director Alex Conant Thursday.
The campaigns' attacks on each other have intensified in recent weeks as the two candidates jockey for higher standing in national polls. On one side, Bush is trying to counteract the narrative that his campaign has reached an impasse and is losing support among influential donors. On the other, Rubio is attempting to capitalize on the increased attention he has received since his strong debate performance earlier this month.
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When Jeb starts fueling his $75 guacamole bowl missile, Rubio will only have seconds to act......
Floridageddon!!!
Just like Trump said a few weeks ago - they really hate each other despite saying how much they admire each other. LOL
The sweet music of them two taking each other out...and another 2 bite the dust.....
More Trump Ice for Rubio please! And order Jeb a Trump pinata to beat on.
Is it just me, or are these two dumber than soap?
In my wildest dreams, I can’t imagine anyone voting for either of them-—but what do I know?
Rube was working as a waitress in a cocktail bar
That much is true
But even then he knew he’d find a much better place
Either with or without Jeb.
Out of habit I incorrectly attributed this to Breitbart instead of WaPo. Please correct. Thanks!
Sweeeet, human league references
My money is on the soap making smarter decisions that selling out Americans like they do.
Jeb must be feeling like that these days.
AS they both go screaming into political oblivion.
Amen!
Two loosers fighting over a State neither one is going to win.
Awesome, I think everyone had that album back in the day
They are both spending faster than the cash is coming in.
It’s a bit early to expect to survive this trend.
Jeb should consider that Marco boy entered the race ‘out of love’.
Another good one, “I’m Only Human,” the girl “was human too.” LOL.
Meanwhile The Donald just sits back and GRINS!
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