The source said Trump refusing to endorse Ryan in his re-election primary was "personal" especially since Priebus has "taken on a lot of water" for Trump. A GOP source told CNN's Dana Bash that Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus was especially frustrated because Paul Ryan and Priebus, both from Wisconsin, are very close. Priebus "does want to show his support" for Ryan, a source tells CNN. Story highlights Washington is still trying to come to terms with one of the most bizarre days in recent campaign historyRNC chairman is especially frustrated with Trump's comments that he isn't endorsing Ryan(CNN) Republicans reacted with dismay Wednesday as Donald Trump's campaign descended into disarray. The chairman has been the main point of contact between Trump and the Republican Party, on which the billionaire has been relying heavily since he lacks the political infrastructure of a conventional political candidate.

Source: CNN August 03, 2016 17:00 UTC