Aug 15 John Kasich may challenge Jeb Bush in New Hampshire primary By Steve Peoples, Associated Press Kasich is among a handful of Republican White House hopefuls betting they can capitalize on the first-in-the-nation primary state's tendency to favor pragmatic leaders over party ideologues. Continue reading
Aug 08 George P. Bush helps dad Jeb on the campaign trail By Will Weissert, Associated Press "It's definitely more emotional," George P. Bush said of campaigning for his dad, rather than his grandfather or uncle, former President George W. Bush. "It's just a little closer to home."… Continue reading
Aug 08 GOP braces for prolonged uncertainty in primary race Republicans are steeling themselves for a long period of uncertainty following a raucous first debate of the 2016 presidential campaign… Continue reading
Aug 08 Trump comments on Fox News' Megyn Kelly incite GOP scolding By Associated Press Trump's latest incendiary comment, about one of the Fox News moderators from Thursday's Republican presidential debate, has led to a scolding by the party and condemnation by organizers of the RedState Gathering. Continue reading
Aug 06 Which candidate spoke the most at the first GOP debate? By Vanessa Dennis, Megan Crigger Who will stand out at tonight's Republican debate? We'll keep track of how much time each of the 10 candidates gets to speak. Check back here after the debate for the final tally. Continue reading
Aug 06 Trump sets combative tone for first Republican debate CLEVELAND -- A combative Donald Trump, the billionaire businessman-turned-presidential candidate, jolted the first Republican debate of the 2016 campaign by warning he might run as an independent if denied the GOP nomination. His startling declaration left his onstage rivals scrambling… Continue reading
Aug 04 GOP debate field is set. Trump, Bush in; Santorum, Fiorina out By Steve Peoples, Associated Press CLEVELAND -- Billionaire businessman Donald Trump has scored the top spot for Thursday night's leadoff debate of the 2016 presidential race, joined by former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker and seven other Republican contenders who made the… Continue reading
Jul 23 Border agents cancel meeting with Trump By Jill Colvin, Associated Press SAN ANTONIO — Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's visit to the U.S.-Mexico border promises new challenges for the GOP's years-in-the-making push to attract Hispanic voters. Continue reading
Jul 19 Trump not backing down on controversial comments By Calvin Woodward, Associated Press Once again, Donald Trump isn't backing down from comments that have inflamed the Republican presidential race. And some of his rivals are no longer treating him with kid gloves. Continue reading
Jul 18 GOP contenders court evangelical vote in Iowa By Associated Press Republican presidential contenders seeking to woo evangelical voters are making their case for conservative social issues at a gathering expected to attract thousands of potential Iowa caucus-goers. Continue reading