A poll finds 56 percent of Americans fear a Donald Trump presidency, while 44 percent fear a Hillary Clinton term.
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Ted Cruz, in a reversal, endorses Trump
In a Facebook post, the Texas senator says he has serious disagreements with his former bitter rival, but he doesn’t want Hillary Clinton to get elected.
Study finds 20 million would lose health coverage under Trump plan
The candidate would repeal ‘Obamacare’ and replace it with a new tax deduction, insurance market changes, and a Medicaid overhaul.
‘Deplorables’ remark hasn’t hurt Clinton in new poll
Trump is still seen as most disrespectful, the survey shows.
Clinton and Trump prepare for bruising debate
The first of three debates Monday will present viewers with a study in contrasting styles.
Trump’s tax plan to add $5.3 trillion to debt
A nonpartisan analysis states Hillary Clinton’s ideas would increase the federal debt by $200 billion, by comparison.
Why it matters: Executive authority lets presidents flex muscles
One consideration is how much and on what issues the winner of the presidential race could be expected to use his or her authority.
Trump campaign worker in Ohio resigns over racial remarks
Meanwhile, House Speaker Ryan is refusing to comment on Trump’s support for ‘stop and frisk’ policing.
Trump calls for racial unity while embracing ‘stop and frisk’
The Republican candidate struggles to balance a message that appeals to his white, working-class base with one that improves his standing with minority voters.
Poll shows presidential race tight in Maine
Hillary Clinton leads Donald Trump by 5 percentage points in a head-to-head vote, but the race is a virtual tie if Gary Johnson and Jill Stein are included.