Tom Steyer campaign eyes throwing Iowa support to rivals, with Warren and Biden most vulnerable

Published January 30, 2020 4:47pm ET



FAIRFIELD, Iowa — Tom Steyer hasn’t cracked 5% in any reputable Iowa poll, but rival 2020 Democratic campaigns are concerned about his chances in Monday’s caucuses.

The Washington Examiner spoke with two senior Steyer campaign officials Wednesday evening who said they’ve been approached by aides to opposing candidates interested in coordinating a caucuses strategy should the California businessman fail to win 15% support in an individual precinct — the minimum level needed to continue on to the next round of voting.

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