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The Republican presidential field is largely set. Here are takeaways on where the contest stands

Jun. 08, 2023 10:37 AM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — After a trio of new announcements this week, the Republican Party's 2024 presidential field is all but set. A handful of stragglers may jump in later, but as of now there are at least 10 high-profile Republican candidates officially seeking their party's nomination....

For many Southern Baptists, the only campaign question is which Republican candidate to support

Jun. 07, 2023 10:42 AM EDT

Southern Baptists form a core part of the white evangelical Christian bloc that has reliably and overwhelmingly voted Republican in recent elections, and is expected to again in 2024. But Southern Baptists are weighing their options in the GOP presidential primary field — some...

Christie goes after Trump in presidential campaign launch, calling him a 'self-serving mirror hog'

Jun. 07, 2023 07:35 AM EDT

MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) — Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie wasted no time going after Donald Trump while launching his presidential campaign on Tuesday, calling the former president and current Republican primary front-runner a “lonely, self-consumed, self-serving mirror hog" and arguing...

Trump's welcome of Scott into 2024 race shows his calculus: The more GOP rivals, the better for him

May. 29, 2023 00:08 AM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — When Republican Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina launched his campaign for the White House last week, the notoriously prickly former President Donald Trump welcomed his new competitor with open arms. There were no accusations of disloyalty or nasty nicknames from...

Diverse Republican presidential primary field sees an opening in 2024 with voters of color

May. 28, 2023 13:30 PM EDT

CHICAGO (AP) — During Donald Trump's first visit as president to Chicago, a frequent target in his attacks on urban violence, he disparaged the nation's third largest city as a haven for criminals and a national embarrassment. At a recent town hall, Republican presidential...

North Dakota Gov. Burgum expected to announce GOP campaign for president, Republican allies say

May. 26, 2023 16:55 PM EDT

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum is expected to announce his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, two GOP operatives told The Associated Press on Friday, putting him in an already crowded field dominated by ex-President Donald Trump. The Republicans, who had...

DeSantis launches GOP presidential campaign in Twitter announcement plagued by glitches

May. 24, 2023 21:02 PM EDT

MIAMI (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis launched his 2024 presidential campaign on Wednesday with firm words but a disastrous Twitter announcement that did little to counter criticism that the 44-year-old Republican may not be ready to take on former President Donald Trump. While he...

Haley commits to federal abortion ban but says it's unlikely without more Republicans in Congress

May. 24, 2023 15:17 PM EDT

MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) — Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley on Wednesday pledged to sign a federal ban on abortion but noted that passing one would be highly unlikely without more Republicans in Congress. Although Haley didn't say how many weeks a federal ban should...

Tim Scott launches 2024 presidential bid seeking optimistic contrast with other top rivals

May. 22, 2023 16:02 PM EDT

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott launched his presidential campaign on Monday, offering an optimistic and compassionate message he's hoping can serve as a contrast with the political combativeness that has dominated the early GOP primary field. The...

Who is Tim Scott? Here's what to know about the newest 2024 GOP presidential candidate

May. 22, 2023 13:49 PM EDT

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — As Sen. Tim Scott enters the 2024 GOP presidential field, he will be eager to introduce himself to voters who might not know much about him. Here is what you should know about the South Carolina Republican: FOREMOST: FAITH ...