A Future for Brand Bush?

When Mel Martinez reached Jeb Bush last week to tell him that Martinez would shortly announce his decision not to run for reelection to the Senate, Bush expressed no particular interest in succeeding him in Washington. It was early in the morning, and Bush was working out on an exercise machine. Since Martinez's term won't be over until 2010, Bush had plenty of time--months, not weeks--before he'd have to worry about a campaign. But a day later, he told reporters he's considering running.
Bush was wise to disclose his interest. The quick announcement means that no other Republican can gain support for a 2010 Senate race in Florida. Everyone will be waiting for Bush's decision, and the assumption is he's far more likely than not to run. If he does, he will be a strong favorite to win the seat.