Waiting for Fred Thompson

ABC News’ Christine Byun reports: As a roomful of supporters waits for the fate of Republican candidate Fred Thompson, they began a robust round of "Go, Fred, Go!"

When a local Des Moines, Iowa, affiliate took a live shot from the downtown ballroom, Thompson’s supporters jumped to their feet and started waving their blue "Fred08" signs.

They have been waiting here for nearly two hours as the Thompson campaign staff huddles over in West Des Moines.

Congressman Steve King, R-Iowa, has been shaking hands and talking with those gathered here.

The volunteers and supporters have been eating their way through the refreshments — the tray of spring rolls has been refreshed a couple of times, and the chef has carved his fifth chunk of roast beef.