ABC News Reports: Donald Trump’s top political adviser told ABC News he’s speaking to “high-level political operatives” to explore a third-party bid for the real estate mogul, in a sign that Trump m
ay not quite be done with the 2012 presidential race just yet.
“I can confirm that over the past two weeks I have spoken with many high-level political operatives, campaign managers, finance directors — some of whom I have spoken to in the past. Most are new people from all over the country,” said Michael Cohen, executive vice president at the Trump Organization and special counsel to the reality TV star.
“Until the time Mr. Trump decides to either endorse a candidate or run himself, I am exploring on his behalf the possibilities of ensuring Mr. Trump appears on the ballot in all states, and to develop a team of professionals who could ensure a potential victory,” Cohen added.
Trump himself indicated this weekend that he may pursue a third-party run.
“It’s a very sad situation what’s happening to the country,” he said on CBS’s “Face the Nation.” “I hope I don’t have to, but I may absolutely.”
Cohen told ABC today that Trump’s preference is to endorse a Republican candidate “as he loves what it is that he’s currently doing,” but if the Republican Party doesn’t nominate someone who “The Apprentice” star feels is capable of defeating President Obama, “he may consider running as an independent for the presidency.”
“He’s both more than financially capable of funding a race and is adamant that America must become great again or forever be lost,” Cohen said.
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