As a candidate who is attracting most of the women’s vote, she must walk a fine line in her response if Donald Trump, known for infidelities of his own, raises the subject.
President 2016
In risky attack, Trump invokes Bill Clinton’s infidelities
The Republican candidate’s critics say it all could backfire, elevating Clinton in the eyes of female voters and motivating her base.
Early votes in key states should benefit Clinton
Donald Trump is seeing strong showings in Iowa and parts of Maine, states won by President Obama in the last two presidential elections.
Why it matters: Gun rights divide the candidates
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are on opposite ends on the divisive issue
Contrasts between candidates extend into post-debate campaigns
Hillary Clinton zeroes in on her rival’s missteps while an unrepentant Donald Trump blames bias and vows harsher attacks.
Analysis: Debate spotlights Trump’s weaknesses
Brash, unpredictable and volatile, the Republican candidate can’t resist responding to criticism, particularly of his business reputation.
Why It Matters: Candidates say little about Social Security
But it is a main driver of the government’s long-term budget problems.
Some women troubled by Trump’s blunt talk
Even some of his female supporters are uncomfortable with his tendency to belittle.
Presidential debate draws record 84 million TV viewers
It beats the previous debate record of 80.6 million viewers set when Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan squared off in 1980.
Trump suggests he was given a bad microphone
He blames the mic for what some listeners thought were sniffles by Trump during the debate.