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Republicans often present a united front, but loyalty to former President Donald Trump, seen here with House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy, and views about his future in the party are showing some divisions.

Trump, tough issues and personal rivalries test the GOP's reputation for unity

Nov 27, 2021
Tensions are driven by the still-divisive personality of former President Trump, by issues such as vaccines and mandates and by the prospect of big Republican gains in the elections of 2022 and 2024.
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The Texas State Capitol in Austin is seen on the first day of the 87th Legislature's special session on July 8.

After A Standoff With Democrats, Texas Republicans Pass New Voting Restrictions

Aug 31, 2021
The legislation now heads to Gov. Greg Abbott, who plans to sign it. Once he does, Texas will become the latest GOP-run state to enact new voting restrictions.
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Sen. Ben Sasse, R-Neb., is one of seven Republicans who voted to convict former President Donald Trump during the most recent impeachment trial.

Sen. Ben Sasse: GOP Must Persuade Voters It Has A Vision Beyond Donald Trump

Feb 16, 2021
The Republican from Nebraska speaks with NPR's Steve Inskeep about the impeachment of former President Donald Trump, the future of the GOP and working with the Biden administration.
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Arizona Republicans voted Saturday to censure Cindy McCain, widow of former Arizona Sen. John McCain, and two prominent GOP officials who have found themselves in disagreement with former President Trump.

Arizona Republicans Censure Party Leaders At Odds With Trump

Jan 23, 2021
State GOP members passed resolutions at a meeting on Saturday to condemn three party leaders who they said failed to support President Trump: Gov. Doug Ducey, former Sen. Jeff Flake and Cindy McCain.
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Las Vegas Trade Shows, Resorts, Politics All Transformed By Adelson

Jan 12, 2021

During 40 years in Las Vegas, Sheldon Adelson transformed the trade show and resort industries and Nevada Republican politics.

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A woman, mourning the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, holds a sign at the Supreme Court that reads, "when there are nine," something Ginsburg said to describe when there'd be enough women on the court.

Ginsburg's Death Is A Major Cultural Moment That's About To Upend Politics Again

Sep 19, 2020
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is vowing a vote for a potential Trump nominee will take place on the Senate floor despite McConnell not even holding a hearing for Obama's 2016 nominee.
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National
Former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions campaigns for Alabama's Senate seat at the Blue Plate restaurant Thursday in Huntsville, Ala. Sessions is stressing his loyalty to President Trump as he seeks to regain the Senate seat he held for 20 years.

Jeff Sessions Embraces President Trump In Comeback Senate Bid

Mar 01, 2020
The former U.S. attorney general is making a play for his old Senate seat in Alabama, and despite his public falling out with the president tells voters there, "I've been with him from the start."
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House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy criticized the impeachment inquiry led by House Democrats.

House GOP Leader Defends Trump, Says Expert 'Is Wrong' That Ukraine Call Was Improper

Oct 29, 2019
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and other Republicans dispute testimony from Alexander Vindman, a member of the National Security Council who listened to the Trump call with Ukraine's president.
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National
Garrison Coward is one of two African American Republican candidates running in next month's legislative elections in Virginia. Coward previously served as an aide to GOP U.S. Rep. Rob Wittman and led the Republican Party of Virginia's outreach to minori

In Virginia, 2 Young Candidates Vie To Be First Black GOP Lawmakers In 15 Years

Oct 18, 2019
Since Reconstruction, Virginia has elected only two African American Republicans to the legislature. This year, two young black men running against Democrats might change that.
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Politics
Text of a House resolution condemning remarks by President Trump about four members of Congress.

READ: Here's The Resolution Condemning Trump's Racist Comments About Congresswomen

Jul 16, 2019
The House will vote Tuesday evening on a resolution "condemning President Trump's racist comments directed at Members of Congress."
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New GOP Rivalry? Romney Barrels Into DC Blistering Trump

Jan 02, 2019

WASHINGTON (AP) — Mitt Romney, the 2012 GOP presidential nominee and incoming Utah senator, has quickly set himself apart from other Republicans in the new Congress with a blistering attack on President Donald Trump's leadership and character, triggering what could become a new rivalry in the GOP

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Democrat Dan McCready (left) and Republican Mark Harris are the candidates at the center of a contested race to represent North Carolina's 9th Congressional District. The state is investigating claims that a GOP operative may have manipulated ballots.

N.C. GOP Leader Open To New Election As Fraud Investigation Continues

Dec 06, 2018
The head of North Carolina's Republican Party says he would "not oppose" a new election in the state's 9th Congressional District if allegations of fraud by a GOP operative prove true.
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Politics
Former President George H.W. Bush crosses his colorfully socked feet during the unveiling ceremony of portraits of his son former President George W. Bush and former first lady Laura Bush, in 2012.

President George H.W. Bush's Choice Of Bold, Whimsical Socks Made Him A Style Icon

Dec 01, 2018
The former president's choice of socks were often a colorful counterpoint to his conservative suits and attire.
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Elections

Election Night 2018 Live

Nov 06, 2018

There are dozens of competitive races across the country that will determine control of the House, Senate and governors' seats. Here are the pivotal seats that could unlock what happens.

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Elections
Supporters of Missouri Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill wait for her to arrive at a campaign stop in St. Louis on Monday.

What If The Polls Are Wrong Again? 4 Scenarios For What Might Happen In The Elections

Nov 05, 2018
The polls show a Democratic advantage in the House and a Republican one in the Senate. But be ready for anything because surprises in politics always happen.
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Analysis
Democrat Andrew Gillum's surprise victory in the Florida gubernatorial primary sets up a race between a young, black progressive and Rep. Ron DeSantis, a Republican who has staked his political career on his ties to President Trump.

5 Takeaways From A Surprise Win In Florida And A Nasty Race In Arizona

Aug 29, 2018
Andrew Gillum's upset victory in the Florida Democratic gubernatorial primary pits a young, black Democratic progressive against a Republican who has staked his career on his ties to Trump.
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Analysis
Donald Trump signs an autograph for a young man wearing a Make America Great Again hat during a rally in Millington, Tenn.

It's Hard To Miss The Historical Weirdness Of Trump Embracing A 'Red' Wave

Aug 10, 2018
On Election Night 1976, TV maps had the GOP in blue, Democrats in red. The same color scheme prevailed in 1980 when Ronald Reagan turned most of the map blue before the West Coast got home for supper.
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Analysis
Nikko Johnson reviews the California Primary election guide at San Francisco City Hall on Tuesday.

Democrats Breathe Sigh Of Relief After Tuesday's Primaries

Jun 06, 2018
The party's chances of taking back the House were helped, especially with apparent results in California. That, plus four other takeaways from Tuesday night's elections in eight states.
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Analysis
Democratic National Committee Chairman Tom Perez hasn't quite figured out how to calm the restive Democratic base, but the left hasn't bitten the Democratic Party just yet.

Midterm Messages: Women Are Owning 2018, But So Is Trump

Jun 05, 2018
The dominant storylines from the 2018 primaries so far have been that women have dominated and the president has had his own relative success — and a big impact on GOP congressional candidates.
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National
Protesters gather outside state senator and gubernatorial candidate Michael Williams's "Deportation Bus" in Clarkston, Ga.

Georgia Candidate For Governor Doesn't Plan To Use 'Deportation Bus' To Deport Anyone

May 16, 2018
This week Georgia state Senator and gubernatorial candidate Michael Williams released a campaign video featuring his "Deportation Bus." The side of it reads, "Fill this bus with illegals."
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Politics
Voters in Pennsylvania, Nebraska, Idaho and Oregon cast ballots in primary elections on Tuesday.

Tuesday's Primaries Will Shape Decisive Battles For Congress

May 15, 2018
Seats critical to the Democrats' calculus for winning back the House are on the line Tuesday night, including many in Pennsylvania. The state's congressional districts were redrawn this Spring.
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Politics
Rick Colyer votes at the Durham County Library North Regional in Durham, N.C., Tuesday.

4 Takeaways From The Big Primary Kickoff Night

May 09, 2018
Republicans dodged a big bullet with a convicted coal executive's loss of the GOP Senate primary. But they continue to be the party facing more division.
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National
"After three combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, I know first hand what it is like to have my gun be the only thing between life and death," says former Georgia state Sen. Hunter Hill in his ad running for governor.

After Parkland, Some Republicans Try To Outdo Each Other On Gun Rights In Primaries

May 08, 2018
One campaign ad in Georgia, in which the candidate for governor points a gun at a young man, has spurred national outrage. Clinging to gun rights has been a strategy in some GOP primary races.
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Shots - Health News
The House bill calls for $65 million in loans and grants, administered by the USDA, to establish "association-style" health plans that likely wouldn't have to cover hospitalization, prescription drugs or emergency care.

Farm Bill Could Undo Part Of The Affordable Care Act

May 08, 2018
A provision now in the House's bill would help agricultural groups set up association health plans. Such plans, favored alternatives of the GOP, aim to reduce health care costs for small groups.
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Democrats Have The Wind At Their Backs, But Can They Capitalize?

Apr 16, 2018
New data show the advantages they have, especially with the unpopularity of President Trump.

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