SACRAMENTO (KABC) -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger Tuesday stopped short of announcing which Republican presidential candidate he will endorse. The Governor will meet all of the GOP candidates Wednesday in Los Angeles. But it is clear which one Schwarzenegger favors: John McCain.
At his annual address to the Sacramento Press Club, Governor Schwarzenegger stopped short of endorsing a Presidential candidate, but it's clear he's leaning toward his dear friend, Senator John McCain.
"I enjoy him because he also, of
course, is someone who's working on the environment and believes strongly that
you can have a strong economy and good environment," said Gov.
Schwarzenegger.
The Governor's aides say Schwarzenegger has met with Rudy Giuliani and Mitt Romney about their candidacy.
But Wednesday's gushing praise of McCain has elevated chatter in political circles that an endorsement of the war hero is forthcoming.
"I would expect that he would probably
endorse McCain some time this week. I think it does depend on the Florida
primary," said political analyst Tony Quinn.
Political blogger Bill Bradley predicted more than a week ago the Governor would endorse McCain because the two have so much in common.
Plus, the Governor has a soft spot for war veterans.
"They're both sort of mavericks. They're both entertaining characters. They're both funny guys. Both very bright," said Bill Bradley, New West Notes
"I'm also acquainted with McCain, and I can see why they get along."
The Governor's possible McCain endorsement would be far different from the rivalry going on among his famous Democratic family.
Married to a Kennedy, three relatives endorsed Barack Obama, while three others endorsed Hillary Clinton.
"What is surprising is that, I think for the first time, the family is not in sync," said Schwarzenegger.
Governor Schwarzenegger hopes to chat with all the Republican candidates Wednesday night when they're in Southern California for the GOP debate.
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