Thompson supporters are anxiously waiting to hear “what’s next” from their candidate. The fact that Senator Thompson hasn’t made any new announcement as he checks on his ailing mother has allowed the media and pundits to offer all sorts of speculation.

Chief among the rumors yesterday was the report that Thompson could drop out as early as today, that he will not participate in Thursday’s Florida debate, and that he’s only been interested in a VP slot all along.

Rumors. None have been confirmed.

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