A Big Opportunity for Trump’s Rivals

First Read notes that Donald Trump’s rivals have some good opportunities pick up delegates over the next five days: “And before the March 15 contests, it’s also worth noting that many of the upcoming contests are closed off to non-Republicans, meaning that the independents and outsiders who have been helping Trump at the ballot box won’t be able to participate.”

March 5

• Kansas (40 delegates): Closed (Caucus)
• Kentucky (45): Closed (Caucus)
• Louisiana (47): Closed (Primary)
• Maine (23): Closed (Caucus)

March 8

• Hawaii (19): Closed (Caucus)
• Idaho (32): Closed (Primary)
• Michigan (59): Open (Primary)
• Mississippi (40): Open (Primary)

“Trump is leading in the polls in Michigan, and he should do well in Mississippi (if the Alabama/Georgia results from Tuesday are any indication). But the other closed contests are opportunities for his rivals. Can they take advantage?”