The Republican National Committee has announced the five candidates for the third Republican primary debate of the season, hosted by NBC News. Former President Donald Trump is not participating, instead holding a counterprogramming event, while Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is expected to endorse Trump's presidential bid during the debate. The debate is sure to be a heated one, as the five candidates battle it out for the nomination, with Sanders' endorsement of Trump adding to the drama.
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Former President Donald Trump is facing four federal charges in Washington, D.C. for attempting to overturn valid election results and illegitimately retain power. Special Counsel Jack Smith has argued that Trump's attempts to have the case dismissed are without precedent in American history, and the outcome of the case could have major implications for the former president and the future of American politics. The case is currently being heard by federal Judge Tanya Chutkan, who will decide whether or not to dismiss the charges against Trump.
A new poll released Sunday shows that former President Donald Trump (R) leads President Joe Biden (D) in five key swing states, despite doubts from his rivals about his viability in a general election. Trump has been able to maintain a strong base of support among Republican voters, and Biden has been focusing on his plans to tackle the coronavirus pandemic and the economic crisis. The poll results suggest that Trump is in a strong position to take on Biden in the general election, but the race is still in its early stages.
Key takeaways: Trump is holding a rally in Hialeah, Florida, a city known for its large Hispanic population. The rally is part of Trump’s ongoing…
Former President Donald Trump is expected to testify in a New York civil fraud trial on Monday, which has been years in the making. Ivanka Trump attempted to avoid testifying, citing "undue hardship" due to the school week, however her cousin Mary Trump noted that Ivanka and her husband Jared Kushner "probably have lots of help". Mehdi Hasan mocked Ivanka's excuse as a "breathtaking entitlement" and the trial is expected to last several weeks with Donald Trump's testimony being a key factor in the outcome.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has invited former U.S. President Donald Trump to visit Ukraine and warned that he could debunk Trump's claim that he could end the war between Russia and Ukraine in 24 hours. Zelenskyy believes that only by visiting Ukraine can Trump understand the details of the conflict and that he is "very welcome" to do so.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is set to endorse Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for president at a rally in Des Moines on Monday, giving DeSantis a major boost in his campaign to challenge former President Donald Trump for the GOP nomination. Reynolds, a close ally of DeSantis, has previously appeared at his campaign events and will also be appearing at a stop in Davenport on Tuesday morning.
At the Republican Party's Freedom Summit in Kissimmee, Florida, former President Donald Trump and several other candidates addressed an enthusiastic crowd. However, Nevada's plans for the 2024 Republican presidential primary have created a confusing situation that could delegitimize the result. Former state party chair Amy Tarkanian expressed her confusion, and Trump used the occasion to attack Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. It is unclear how the Nevada primary situation will be resolved, but it is certain that the state's plans will be closely watched.