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GOP presidential candidates brawl in Florida debate, while Trump rallies nearby
Five Republican candidates for president tussled over support for Ukraine and abortion policy at a debate in Miami Wednesday evening, while the leading contender for the nomination, former President Donald Trump, sought Latino votes in an event across town. Trump, who consistently garners more than 50% in polls of Republican voters, once again declined to […]
Donald Trump defends abortion position, ramps up Iowa campaign plans
DUBUQUE, Iowa — Former President Donald Trump defended his position on abortion following criticism from some Republicans, saying that GOP politicians need to learn how to “properly talk” about the issue in order to win elections. The former president made two stops in northeast Iowa Wednesday afternoon. After speaking in Maquoketa, Trump held a rally at […]
2024 Republican candidates weigh in on Trump’s Georgia indictments
As former President Donald Trump faces his fourth indictment in Georgia, his previous running mate former Vice President Mike Pence on Wednesday disputed Trump’s claims that the Georgia election was “stolen” while still criticizing the federal justice system. Pence is one of many candidates competing against Trump for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination who are […]
Iowa Republicans cheer Trump as most opponents tread carefully
Iowa Republicans emphasized they were open to hearing from all 13 presidential candidates Friday at the state party’s Lincoln Dinner, but many in the audience were ready to send former President Donald Trump back for a rematch. “In Iowa, we are a neutral, objective state,” Republican Party of Iowa Chairman Jeff Kaufmann said. “We’re going […]
DeSantis says Harris is spreading ‘phony narratives’ on Florida Black history curriculum
CHARITON, Iowa — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday in Iowa that Vice President Kamala Harris is spreading “phony narratives” about the Black history curriculum in Florida. DeSantis, who is seeking the GOP nomination for president, spoke to reporters about the conflict after a campaign event in Iowa. Earlier in July, the vice president said […]
2024 candidate Tim Scott seeks higher profile with Iowa event, campaign ads
PELLA — U.S. Sen. Tim Scott returned to the Iowa campaign trail Wednesday as he moves to boost himself as an optimistic alternative to former President Donald Trump. Scott spoke to voters at Sun Valley Barn in Pella, answering questions and calling for a return of the “American dream.” It’s a pitch he’s made many […]
Former VP Mike Pence launches 2024 bid, criticizes Trump’s Jan. 6 actions
ANKENY, Iowa — Former Vice President Mike Pence announced his candidacy for president to a crowd at Des Moines Area Community College, focusing on the differences between him and former President Donald Trump. While Pence praised the conservative successes he and Trump achieved in office, he said he is challenging the former president because of […]
Former President Donald Trump comes after DeSantis on Iowa campaign trail
URBANDALE, Iowa — Former President Donald Trump said Thursday he was confident he will continue to hold his lead in Iowa. “There’s no way I can lose Iowa,” Trump told the crowd. “We’re going to have to do some really bad things to lose at this point.” Trump spoke to a packed room at the Iowa […]
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis talks Disney, book bans at Iowa campaign kickoff
CLIVE, Iowa — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis received an energetic welcome at his first Iowa event as a 2024 candidate Tuesday, with crowds cheering as he spoke about bringing his fight against “woke” ideology to the White House. More than 500 people filled the Eternity Church auditorium Tuesday, with people standing along the edges of […]
Trump criticizes DeSantis, calls for national ‘school choice’ at first 2023 Iowa event
DAVENPORT, Iowa — Former President Donald Trump, in his first Iowa stop as an official presidential candidate, took aim at a potential rival, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. Trump said if DeSantis joins the 2024 presidential race, his track record on ethanol and Social Security could cost him the Iowa caucuses. “I don’t think you’re gonna be doing […]
GOP presidential candidates head to Iowa as party waits for more to join field
With more candidates joining the race to take on President Joe Biden in the upcoming election, presidential hopefuls, both announced and considering, are starting their time on the Iowa caucus trail this month The beginning months on the 2024 caucus trail has not been quite as busy as 2020, when several Democratic presidential candidates announced […]