For example, Michael R. Pompeo plans to speak to the convention while he is in Israel on an official mission.
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Former Republican Sen. Flake backs Biden, makes conservative case against Trump
The former Arizona senator was among 27 former Republican members of Congress who endorsed Democratic candidate Joe Biden on Monday.
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Maine Republicans expect Trump victory after ‘uplifting’ national convention
Six Mainers went to Charlotte, N.C., for a scaled-back convention, including party leaders and 2nd Congressional District candidate Dale Crafts, but Sen. Susan Collins will not attend.
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Maine Senate approves gubernatorial nominees for ethics, gambling commissions
The special Senate session was held in the larger House chamber to allow members to distance themselves.
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New York attorney general investigating whether Trump inflated assets for loans
Letitia James is seeking to compel Eric Trump’s testimony.
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Postal chief defends changes, denies ‘sabotaging’ election
Acknowledging an expected surge in mail-in ballots because of the coronavirus pandemic, Louis DeJoy said voters should mail back their ballots at least 7 days before the election.
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Republican convention’s opening night showcases rising stars, dark warnings
Trailing in his reelection campaign, the president tells delegates, ‘The only way they can take this election away from us is if this is a rigged election.’
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Trump’s vision of American greatness at center of convention
Well-known supporters – including members of the president’s family – will be prominently featured, but also those whom the GOP says are members of the ‘silent majority’ who have been aided by his policies.
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Emergency postal aid stalls as Trump administration rejects House-passed bill
White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows says the legislation ‘was not a serious bill’ and that he would meet with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi later Sunday.
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Trump looks to GOP convention for optimistic campaign reboot
The inclusion of some speakers who gained notoriety by inflaming culture wars, however, threatens to inspire a jarringly contrary message.