I think Trump is using these two (among others) to try to reach the 4-6%, and the most rigid of the normies that have not come around. Even if the election wasn't truly a 50/49 split (it wasn't), there is still a significant group out there who won't stand aside and let the new movement through but will actively fight or sabotage any new progress. I think, however he did it (coersion, just asking, etc.), Trump is using these two, with their knowledge, to get the 'harris/anti-trump' crowd to open their minds a little bit. Wouldn't be surprised if we see other 'influencers' making this same move in the future.
I think Trump is using these two (among others) to try to reach the 4-6%, and the most rigid of the normies that have not come around. Even if the election wasn't truly a 50/49 split (it wasn't), there is still a significant group out there who won't stand aside and let the new movement through but will actively fight or sabotage any new progress. I think, however he did it (coersion, just asking, etc.), Trump is using these two, with their knowledge, to get the 'harris/anti-trump' crowd to open their minds a little bit. Wouldn't be surprised if we see other 'influencers' making this same move in the future.