CNN —A furious scramble for second place is underway in the crowded Republican primary contest, with candidates vying for an opportunity to directly take on front-runner Donald Trump.
Since the 2024 presidential race began, the second-place spot in GOP primary polling has been a coveted one.
He was more muted compared with other rivals at last month’s first Republican primary debate in Milwaukee, and he’s now polling at similar levels to several other non-Trump contenders.
She said she ultimately intends to take part in the Republican primary and is considering Haley, Christie or former Texas Rep. Will Hurd.
This cycle is shaping up to be similar to that, said Kyle Plotkin, a veteran Republican campaign strategist.
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