Romney Calls Trump a Phony and Fraud in Utah Speech
Mitt Romney sharply criticized Donald Trump at the Hinckley Institute in Salt Lake City, calling him "a phony, a fraud" and urging Republicans to reject his candidacy. He warned of dire consequences for the party and country, noted Trump University, and contrasted Trump with earlier presidential leadership while opposing Hillary Clinton.
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GOP leaders split over how to respond to Trump in 2016 race
As Donald Trump pushes toward the nomination, governors and lawmakers weigh whether to back the controversial candidate or distance themselves. Political analysts call it a turning point for the party and the system as a whole. Trump backers say establishment resistance ignores voter enthusiasm.
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Trump raises funds for veterans questioned over donations
Trump promoted a January rally in Iowa to raise money for veterans claiming $6 million in an hour and later reporting roughly $3 million donated to veteran charities. Hope Hicks said remaining funds would go to veterans groups. The Navy SEAL Foundation received $450,000, the largest beneficiary listed.
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Democrats Pressure Grassley Over Obama Nomination
Senate Democrats pressed chairman Chuck Grassley to back off blocking Obama’s Supreme Court nomination. Leader of the Congressional Black Caucus warned a blockade could energize voters. Grassley moved from the floor to the presiding seat during the dispute, while Leahy accused Republicans of closed door tactics. Grassley called the attacks political gamesmanship and tied delays to narcotics legislation. The panel has not met since.
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