and mitt romney in third place. >> absconding with hard drives? quite a charge from david axelrod. questions about newt gingrich's support or nonsupport among his republican colleagues. >> reporter: right. not all republicans are solidly behind najibullah -- behind newt gingrich even though republicans give him credit for winning and leading the house in the 90s, some republicans question his credentials to become president. >> there's all types of leaders. leaders that instill confidence. leaders that are somewhat abrupt and brisk. leaders that have one standard for the people that they are leading and a different standard for them says. i just found his leadership lacking. >> reporter: newt gingrich had kind words for herman cain last night saying he brought optimism and big ideas to the gop race. >> everyone will be waiting to see who herman cain endorses.