Once we get into 7, 8, 9, 10, 11... debates they have a diminishing return in audience size, and for Trump they may not all be worth it. I’ve said once we get into February, Trump should think about cutting them off. In late January it is ok think about it too. If Trump does decide not to show, he will OWN the news cycle in last few days up to the the Iowa caucus. All they will do is talk about Trump.
Very true, there’s little to benefit Trump from the current debate template. He’s better off structuring his own format.