Trump Will Skip Republican Debate in Alabama to Host Fundraiser
- Former president plans to be in Florida while his rivals clash
- Trump has counter-programmed every GOP primary debate so far
Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event in Clinton Township, Michigan in Sept.
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Donald Trump will skip the Republican presidential debate next week to attend a fundraiser for his campaign in Hallandale Beach, Florida, according to a person familiar with the planning.
Trump, who leads the field by a significant polling margin, has skipped every debate so far, arguing that he would not benefit from allowing his rivals to attack him and give them undue attention. The fourth Republican debate is scheduled to take place in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on Dec. 6.