But already many Republicans in particular have made clear that they do not want to go on with it.
But for the most part, Republicans have not made that argument.
Republicans who now control Congress made it clear they would not support such a candidate.
And the Republicans still could not make that case to voters.
But the Republicans are making a real push to win the seat.
But other Republicans have made the case for an increase in spending.
But at least one well-known Republican didn't make the cut.
It looks like the Republicans must make the first move.
Going back to last year, the Republicans made it pretty clear that they wouldn't support anything the administration put forward.
In a mostly democratic state, the Republicans have been making efforts to make a difference.