The Five Political Stories to Watch in 2015 - NBC News.com
Who officially enters the 2016 presidential race? So far, only one person - former Democratic Virginia Sen. Its on whether you think thats the right place for you to achieve your agenda and serve your country. A handful of Republican governors could throw their. out of the next Congress. It provides an early foil for the 2016 Democratic presidential candidate before the Republican nominee is clear, says Democratic strategist Ben LaBolt. advertisement. Play video��.
Jeb Bush: GOP Nominee Should Be Willing to Lose the.
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush on Monday said that for a Republican to win a presidential election, the 2016 nominee has to be wiling to lose the primary.
Paul Ryan Wont Run for President in 2016 - NBC News.com
Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan, the Republican Partys vice presidential nominee in 2012, told NBC News in an interview Monday that he will not seek the presidency.
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. the New York Times: In their protocol-breaking letter to Iran this week, nearly four dozen Senate Republicans suggested that the next president could simply reverse such an agreement after Mr. Obama leaves office in January 2017. On one level.
Once Hailed as GOP Savior, Marco Rubio Now an.
Marco Rubio in the early stages of the 2016 campaign, making his path to the GOP nomination much more complicated than it seemed two years ago, when he was hailed as the future of his party. A number. But its not clear many in the GOP right now regard Rubio as their first choice.. If he formally entered the race, he would have to hope that either rank and file voters embrace him even if the party elites do not, or that other candidates flounder, particularly Bush.
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NBC/WSJ Poll: Nearly 60% Looking For Change in 16. But Will They Get It?
Whats more here, a plurality of Republican primary voters - 46 percent - say that a candidate coming closest to their views on the issues is more important than being the best chance to defeat the Democratic nominee (19 percent) or having the right.
Meet the Press Transcript - March 15, 2015
The GOP presidential contenders were quick to endorse the letters message. But Democrats and even some... Are you going to be done with this by the end of this calendar year rather than get into 16 and become a player in the presidential race? REP.
Is the GOP Establishment the 2016 Underdog Right Now.
National Reviews Jim Geraghty on Monday made a provocative point: Jeb Bush, Mitt Romney, and Chris Christie arent in the top tier of Republican presidential candidates in 2016. Instead, that designation belongs to Scott��.
Why the GOP 2016 Candidates are Racing to the Right
The Republican presidential candidates are aggressively staking out positions on the political right in the early stages of the 2016 race, reflecting both their own conservatism and that of the Republican activists they are trying to court. Coming off.
Off to the races: Clinton leads, Christie fades - First Read
Another poll shows Hillary Clinton running away with the Democratic 2016 primary should she decide to run. Clinton gets 73% of. He tells CBS Miami: Im deferring the decision to the right time which is later this year and the decision will be based on, can I do it joyfully, because I think we need to have candidates lift our spirits. Its a pretty. Mark Pryor, D-Ark., intends to make the farm bill a driving issue in his competitive re-election race against Republican Rep.
Poll Watch: NBC News/Marist Early State 2016 Republican.
NBC News/Marist Iowa 2016 GOP Caucus Poll Mike Huckabee 17% Jeb Bush 16% (12%) Scott Walker 15% (5%) Chris Christie 9% (8%) Rand Paul 7%
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Now Im joined, from the other side of the aisle, Republican Senator and likely 2016 presidential candidate, Lindsey Graham. Senator Graham, I want to pick up on a point that we just left off with Senator. Now, but when it comes to Iran, how.
Bus Slams Into Home
Hillary Clinton has a bit of a scandal going right now... Now Im joined, from the other side of the aisle, Republican Senator and likely 2016 presidential candidate, Lindsey Graham. Senator Graham. Youll have a nuclear arms race in the Mid-East.
With GOPs Iran Move, Politics Goes Beyond the Waters Edge
Republican voters are divided in their support for Jeb Bush in the upcoming 2016 presidential race, according to results from an NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll released Sunday morning. In the poll, 49% of. But thats a better score than some.
Christie Faces Growing Doubts Within GOP About his 2016.
Rand Paul, were already struggling so badly in the 2016 race that they should pack it in right now and save months of time and tons of money. advertisement. A thin skin has been a feature of Chris Christies. All three of those candidates are likely to stay in the race. But while Huckabee has a base of support among evangelicals and. Perry Bacon Jr. Perry Bacon Jr. is a senior political reporter for NBC News. Prior to joining the site in 2014, Bacon. Expand Bio.
The Clinton Way: Hillary Follows a Familiar Script
Also in the NBC/WSJ poll, Clinton has already united almost every Democrat before the 2016 race begins in earnest -- 86% of Democratic primary voters say they could see themselves supporting her, compared with 13% who couldnt. And heres the thing.
The Week in 2016: What Mattered (And What Didnt)
That rivalry continues in New Hampshire where both candidates are traversing the state and have already taped interviews with local station WMURs Close Up program, which will air there Sunday. Republican contenders including former Texas Governor .
Once Hailed as GOP Savior, Marco Rubio Now an Underdog for 2016
Marco Rubio in the early stages of the 2016 campaign, making his path to the GOP nomination much more complicated than it seemed two years ago, when he was hailed as the future of his party. A number of one-time Rubio. But its not clear many in the.
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Jeb Bush makes his case to Republicans in Iowa. Our new poll explains why. But it does mean we can expect the current active Congressional investigations, like the Select Committee on Benghazi, to continue through November 2016. advertisement.
With GOPs Iran Move, Politics Goes Beyond the Waters Edge
Republican voters are divided in their support for Jeb Bush in the upcoming 2016 presidential race, according to results from an NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll released Sunday morning. In the poll, 49% of potential GOP primary voters. The central theme of his speech was that America -- since its founding -- has been a steady work in progress, especially when it comes to giving rights to minorities, women, and gays. And you could see it almost as a rebuttal to��.
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Why April Will Be A Major Month For Presidential Aspirations
There are just a little more than 300 days until the first contest in the 2016 presidential election and only two candidates have announced a formal exploratory committee: Republican neurosurgeon Ben Carson and former Virginia Democratic Senator Jim.
First Thoughts: On the ropes? - NBC News.com
And Jessica Taylors Top 5 races of 2013. Jonathan Ernst / /. A group. Although Lincolns assassin, John Wilkes Booths heart was in the right place, the Southern Avenger does regret that Lincolns murder automatically turned him into a martyr, he said in 2004��� He also compared. Bob McDonnell -- a one-time rising GOP star, Romney VP possibility, and potential 2016 presidential candidate -- has seen his political career turn upside down. Heres the likely coup��.
Back to the Future: Why the 2016 Race Seems Stuck in the Past
Instead of having the clear contrast that would be possible if Republicans were to name a fresh candidate, the 2016 election would devolve into a proxy battle over whether Americans want to restore the Bush or Clinton presidencies.. Mr. Murphy has.
Several Senate Races Are Still Too Close to Call - NBC News
NBCs Chuck Todd says the tight Senate race in Virginia represents the.. Thats right. We know Secretary Powell had his own personal e-mail account. And so theres been a difference here. What would you like Secretary Clinton to do to clear this up? SEN. DIANNE FEINSTEIN: Well actually, what I would like is for her to come forward and.. Now Im joined, from the other side of the aisle, Republican Senator and likely 2016 presidential candidate, Lindsey Graham.
From Failed Candidate to Kingmaker: Romney Seeks Next.
About 300 of the 2012 Republican presidential nominees most influential supporters gathered at a luxury resort in the Rocky Mountains this weekend to rub elbows with potential 2016 presidential candidates.. Sign up for breaking news alerts from NBC News.. New polls released in the past week show Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker in the top tier alongside Bush, and Walker declared himself the front runner of the not-yet-officially-existent presidential race.
Off to the races: Invisible primary under way - First Read
But with the 2016 invisible primary well under way, some Republican candidates are already lining up the campaign managers they will turn to if and when they decide to run for president. While the race for the White House. From a Cuccinelli campaign release: ���Terry McAuliffes refusal to say whether he would defend Virginias right-to-work status stands in stark contrast to the last three Democrats elected Governor of Virginia. Former Governors Tim Kaine and Mark��.
Feinstein: Netanyahu Speech Humiliating, Embarrassing, Very Arrogant.
What does former Sec. of State Hillary Clintons email controversy mean for the Democratic Party and its anticipated 2016 presidential candidate? Do House Republicans have ammunition to reignite Benghazi discussions? And after this weeks speech from .
OMalley is Best Suited To Fill The Clinton Gap. Can He Do It?
Clinton, the overwhelming favorite for the Democratic nomination, has spent the past week dealing with questions over her e-mails that have cast a shadow over her impending presidential campaign. Meanwhile, a potential. Most years theres the.
16 Potential Candidates to Watch for in 2016 - NBC News.com
Its shaping up to be a wide-open race, especially on the Republican side but plenty of members from both parties are stepping up to audition for President Barack Obamas job. The coming weeks and months will see a flurry��.
In Closing Ads, Candidates Address DC Polarization Head On
Heres Republican Tom Cotton, whos the favorite to win Arkansas Senate contest: If you like Washington today, Im probably not your candidate,��� he says in a new TV ad. ���But if youre ready to make things right, Im ready to��.