Lake’s entrance in one of next year’s top U.S. Senate contests likely complicates Republican efforts to nominate candidates with a broader appeal after a disappointing showing for the party in last year’s midterms.
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Christie calls Trump ‘Donald Duck,’ DeSantis knocks former president and other debate takeaways
Former President Donald Trump skipped the event again.
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Trump rails against electric cars in Michigan while his Republican challengers debate
Former President Donald Trump’s decision to skip another debate comes as he maintains a commanding lead in the Republican primary – even as he faces 4 separate criminal indictments.
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Candidates in the 2nd Republican debate attack each other and Trump – even though he’s absent
The debate comes at a critical moment in the Republican campaign, with less than 4 months before the Iowa caucuses formally launch the presidential nomination process.
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Seven Republican presidential candidates qualify for 2nd debate Wednesday night
Former President Donald Trump is skipping his second straight debate, this time opting to meet with union workers in Michigan.
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Former NASCAR driver seeks to unseat Jared Golden
Austin Theriault of Fort Kent enters 2nd Congressional District race, adding to the growing field of Republicans looking to challenge the three-term incumbent.
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Commentary: Trump is rotten but shouldn’t be kicked off the ballot
If people don’t want him back in the White House, it’s simple: Don’t vote for him.
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Western Maine lawmaker leaps into congressional race
Mike Soboleski is the second Republican to challenge Jared Golden for Maine’s 2nd District seat.
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Republican legislatures maneuver to grab and keep power in closely divided states
In North Carolina and Wisconsin, Republicans are trying to seize power over elections and redistricting.
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Nearly 800 Maine voters left No Labels party after signature-drive confusion
The group, which drew criticism from some voters who said they were misled into changing party affiliations, still has well over the 5,000 signatures needed to qualify for the 2024 ballot.