The Latest: Pence's pick for governor clarifies claims

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - The Latest on the campaign to replace Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as the Republican candidate for governor:

3:00 p.m.

Mike Pence's pick to replace him on the ballot says an email he sent to GOP officials was not intended to suggest that other Republicans seeking the nomination would not get help from Pence should GOP leaders go against the governor's wishes.

Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb said Monday that Pence promised him financial support and campaign resources if the Indiana Republican state committee selects him during a closed door meeting on Tuesday.

But he added that Pence didn't rule out lending assistance to another candidate if one is selected. U.S. Reps. Susan Brooks and Todd Rokita are among other contenders for the nod.

Holcomb's email to the committee was obtained by The Associated Press. He told the 22-member Indiana Republican state committee "no other candidate" could boast support from the governor's campaign committee.

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11:55 a.m.

Support appears to be lining up for Indiana Gov. Mike Pence's pick to take his place as the Republican candidate for governor following his withdrawal to become Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate.

At least three members of the 22-person Republican state committee are publicly backing Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb, who Pence endorsed Friday for the nomination that the committee will decide Tuesday. Several other top Republican officials and donors are also endorsing Holcomb.

Committee member Jamey Noel of Clark County says he believes it is natural for Holcomb as lieutenant governor to become the GOP nominee against Democrat John Gregg in the November election.

U.S. Reps. Susan Brooks and Todd Rokita are pressing their cases, with Brooks highlighting an endorsement from New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie.