When in uncharted waters, it’s best to go slow. He’s checking everyone’s loyalty with carefully chosen words, “we”, “republican party” that emphasize this is not about him alone. If/when he gains the control he rightfully deserves, there will be spoils for loyal, brave patriots, and non-existence, figuratively or metaphorically, for those who tucked tail prematurely, traitors, and full blown enemies. All the same to him.