Crist Campaign Team: Why Won't Rick Scott Debate Charlie?

Charlie Crist's campaign team is putting pressure on Gov. Rick Scott to debate the former governor in July.

"For those keeping score, Rick Scott is willing to spend $11+ mil on TV smearing @CharlieCrist, but not willing to attend a moderated forum," tweeted Crist spokesman Kevin Cate.

Both Crist and Scott were invited to a gubernatorial forum hosted by the Florida Press Association and theFlorida Society of News Editors to be held at The Biltmore in Coral Gables in July.

On Wednesday morning, Crist accepted his invitation. By Wednesday afternoon, Scott had declined.

Scott's team said they have no interest in a debate with Crist since he hasn't even won the primary yet -- and asked Crist why he wouldn't debate Nan Rich.

"The governor will debate the Democratic nominee in the fall," said campaign manager Melissa Sellers. "Charlie Crist should stop playing games and stop hiding from Nan Rich. What is he scared of?"