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“And let’s be clear,” Jeb Bush said. “I don’t think he would ask me, either.” | AP Photo Bush laughs off joining a Trump ticket

For Jeb Bush, this election has been no laughing matter — until today.

Bush has repeatedly said Donald Trump, who is expected to win South Carolina's primary today after winning New Hampshire's earlier this month, is not a serious candidate. He conveyed the message in a new way Saturday, chuckling at the idea of joining Trump’s ticket as vice president.

Asked if he would consider such a thing, Bush hastily responded with a quick and succinct, “No.” Those around him, including home-state Sen. Lindsey Graham, burst into laughter.

“And let’s be clear,” Bush added. “I don’t think he would ask me, either.”