The problem is that the never Trumpers are facing an impossible challenge in 2028.
If Kamala wins, she will either be a success or a failure as President.
If Kamala is a success, she'll be reelected and the Never Trumper candidate opposing her will be literally crucified as a nazi.
However, if she is a failure, the Never Trumpers will be in no position to call her out on anything. After all, they supported her reign to start with and will be blamed for it.
OTOH, if Trump wins, a little Trumper will be nominated and the never trumpers will still be on the outside.
The best case scenario for the Never Trumpers is to work to get back over the next hundred generations or so and build their brand. In the mean time, 2nd place to the far left is their best position.