With Mike Pence waving goodbye to the presidential sweepstakes, only four Republicans remain credible in challenging Donald Trump for the Republican nomination. Let's analyze one by one.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has the resume but lacks personal charisma and media awareness. He is running Florida well, as evidenced by the multitudes of people moving there. At first, DeSantis seemed viable, but that has faded. He lacks the ability to engage folks on television, a vital campaign necessity.

Former South Carolina Governor and Ambassador to the UN Nicki Haley does have a whiff of momentum because she's articulate and knowledgeable. No question. But she's also a bit imperious (word of the day) and not an avid culture warrior, imperative for the Republican nominee. Ambassador Haley would make a good VP selection.

Vivek Ramaswamy. Fading. Smart. Maybe someday.

Chris Christie. Running on the "nobody hates Trump more than me" platform. Not his time. It will never be his time.

So, Donald Trump really has no competition at this point. But Trump being Trump, anything could happen on Friday. Or Saturday. Or any date, hour, or minute. It's who he is.

The primaries begin in two months.

See you this evening for the No Spin News.