It's really not news, Newt Gingrich has given out enough hints and suggestions without reporting from "insiders" like Bob Novak.. but the reporter reports today that Newt will see how good or bad Fred Thompson does as a candidate before he considers jumping into the race..

Fred Thompson, of course, of THUNDERHEART, DAYS OF THUNDER, BABY'S DAY OUT fame.. oh yea, and he was a Senator.