If we are using a VP slot for a deal, then either Rubio or Kasick make sense. Both are from battleground states. Rubio is closer to trump on policy so Rubio would be a better fit. I do not think a candidate can command their delegates to vote for any other particular candidate. But they can ask. Trump could offer Cruz the VP but Cruzs’ ego is too big to accept the offer and I do not think Cruzs’ bosses would allow him to accept it either. Sadly Cruz is not his own man he is owned by the #NeverTrump GOPe so deal making is not possible with Cruz.
I think Kasich is the better choice here as he can deliver Ohio. Trump already is in strong position for Florida.
Also Gang of 8 Rubio is probably a net loser (whatever he gets from Hispanics he’ll lose from whites).
Kasich will also help in Michigan, Wisconsin and Iowa three states that the Democrats can’t afford to lose. Even if the Dems still win those, forcing them to spend $$$ in states like these spreads their resources even thinner.
Rubio did well in VA which we need, FL where I am is most certainly Trump country and does not really need Rubio , but it would help.
Kasich brings OH, but that is it and he way off to the left of Trump.
Cruz if he had not took the holier than thou approach and done his dirty tricks could have been with Trump as VP, but alas that ship has sailed.
Rubio did well in VA which we need, FL where I am is most certainly Trump country and does not really need Rubio , but it would help.
Kasich brings OH, but that is it and he way off to the left of Trump.
Cruz if he had not took the holier than thou approach and done his dirty tricks could have been with Trump as VP, but alas that ship has sailed.