In Iowa Stop, Cain Says He Gains by Trump Decision

DES MOINES, Iowa – Georgia businessman and likely presidential candidate Herman Cain says he’s the big winner from Donald Trump’s decision not to seek the Republican nomination.

Cain told reporters Monday he wasn’t surprised by Trump’s decision because he never thought the real estate developer would enter the race. He says the announcement means he’s the only candidate who can argue that his business background makes him the most qualified of the Republican presidential field.

Cain is a former executive of the Godfather’s Pizza restaurant chain.

Cain is in the midst of a two-day trip to Iowa, where he met privately Monday with Republican legislators at the Capitol. He later spoke with reporters.