This is definitely a self-destructive statement. KJ just stabbed his own party and himself.
It is his decision, though I predict that he will not move forward with his nomination.
The real possibility of him getting <100 votes would be devastating.
KJ should just walk away for politics. And become an academic.
or maybe join WP which his Great Dad lead before, i think LTK will welcome him with a open arm as long as he follow the lead than become a indian chief.