(Grain of Salt Alert) Republican Source: Akin Moving To Withdraw

[cthulu2016]

This is not offered as reliable NEWS. This is offered as an interesting slice of web "news" on a topic of interest. (Since the "news" is contradicted by other "news" within the first few paragraphs it''s hardly a definitive story either way.)

Given the sensitivity of the issue I will refrain from wry comment on the "Akin Moving To Withdraw" headline.

Missouri Republican Todd Akin has begun moving toward ending his candidacy after his remarks on rape and abortion provoked a firestorm, a top Republican said.

"Akin is taking concrete steps to withdraw by tomorrow at 5:00 p.m.," a senior Republican told BuzzFeed, adding that Akin could still change his mind.

But a Republican close to Akin said his position hasn't changed: He's still in the race.

Possible Republican replacements, the source said, include three former senators: John Ashcroft, Jim Talent, and Kit Bond. Other names being mentioned include former Ambassador Ann Wagner, who is running for Akin’s now-vacant seat; and Auditor Tom Schweich.

UPDATE: Another Missouri GOP source suggests that John Brunner, the self-funded second-place finisher in the primary, would be a strong candidate in a state committee vote for a replacement, if Akin were to withdraw. The source said Brunner would "seriously consider" jumping back in if Akin goes.

http://www.buzzfeed.com/bensmith/republican-source-akin-moving-to-withdraw

[lapfog_1]

1. he is still ahead in the polls (post asshole comment)

and this will be his only chance to be US Senator.

My bet is that he sticks with it.

[Firebrand Gary]

2. The GOP have been trying this tactic all day. DO NOT BELIVE IT!

[calimary]

3. I hope you're both spot-on. I want him to stay in!

[bluestateguy]

4. "This is not offered as reliable NEWS"

Then don't post it!