If there was any doubt about the viability of Rob Simmons' quasi-candidacy for U.S. Senate, this endorsement may put it to rest.
House Republican Leader Larry Cafero, one of Simmons' most steadfast supporters, is now backing the former congressman's Number One nemesis, Linda McMahon.
""I am proud to have been one of Rob Simmons' earliest supporters in his campaign for Senate,'' Cafero said in a press release circulated by the McMahon camp. "Rob has a long, distinguished record of public service, and I believe he will continue serving this state and our country for years to come."
But, Cafero adds, "If our Republican party hopes to beat the well financed Democratic front runner, Richard Blumenthal, we need a candidate who is positioned on August 11th to take this campaign to the November 2nd, Election Day finish line.
"I now believe Linda McMahon is that candidate. Throughout this campaign, Linda has demonstrated the grit to take the fight to a man who thinks he can win a U.S. Senate seat by hiding from the public and the press,'' Cafero said.
"Linda has the message, resources and the team to win in November. I am not casting my vote against Rob Simmons, I'm voting for Linda McMahon, as I believe she is the Republican Party's best hope for victory."