After waffling recently over with his threat to run a third party candidacy, Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to run under the banner of the Republican Party during Tuesday night’s GOP debate.
When pressed by radio host Hugh Hewitt, Trump said that he is “totally committed” to the GOP, adding that he has “gained great respect” for those in the Republican leadership and his competitors for the nomination.
“I really am,” Trump said when asked if he’ll stand by his pledge. “I’ll be honest, I really am.”
“I’ve gained great respect for the Republican leadership,” Trump continued. “I’ve gained great respect for many — and I’m even going to say all in different forms — the people on the stage.”
“I have great respect for the people I’ve met in this process,” Trump told Hewitt. “I’ve never done this process before. I’ve never been a politician. For the last six months, I’ve been a politician, but I will tell you I am totally committed to the Republican Party. I feel very honored to be the front-runner, and I think I’ll do very well if I’m chosen if I’m so fortunate.”
Recently, Trump, along with Dr. Ben Carson, issued veiled threats to leave the GOP amid reports of the party prepping for a potential brokered convention.
