Gingrich says Trump is a ‘necessary candidate’ Sunday, July 10, 2016 By ELAINE GANLEY ~ Associated Press Newt Gingrich LE BOURGET, France — Newt Gingrich said he thinks Donald Trump is a “necessary candidate” who reflects a global anti-establishment sentiment, but he wouldn’t automatically say yes to an eventual proposal to become Trump’s running mate. In an interview Saturday, the former House speaker also said a test should be devised to check the safety credentials of Syrian refugees based on Sharia, or Islamic law. “It’s a very important way to vet Muslims if you believe in Western civilization,” he said. … Continue reading Newt Gingrich – Trump is a “Necessary Candidate”