South Dakota Republican Gov. Kristi Noem on Wednesday opined that former President Donald Trump’s presence in the party primary effectively eliminated the change of another politician claiming the party nomination. …

“The fact is, none of them can win as long as Trump’s in the race. And that’s just the facts. So why run if you can’t win,” she said, in a Fox News interview.

[Er … perhaps to *make sure* that no one else can win? And to test just how well Trump will do in a general election? I’m always amazed at people who declare elections over before the first vote has been counted — and in this case, before the first debate has even been held. Let me offer the reverse: if Trump really is that solid, why is he so upset at having competition? — Ed]