President Trump’s rude reaction to Howard Schultz’s possible entry into the 2020 presidential campaign was a bit surprising.

“Howard Schultz doesn’t have the ‘guts’ to run for president,” Trump tweeted after the billionaire former Starbucks CEO said he’s seriously considering an independent bid for the White House. “Watched him on @60Minutes last night and I agree with him that he is not the ‘smartest person.’ Besides, America already has that! I only hope that Starbucks is still paying me their rent in Trump Tower!”

You’d think Trump would welcome Schultz, or any other serious third-party or no-party contender, into the race. Such a quixotic candidacy would be the best thing that could happen to the president’s own re-election prospects — maybe even his only hope of winning a second term. Or maybe Trump is just conning us. That certainly wouldn’t be a first. Read More

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