Here is the latest Political News from USA Today.
Trump, Cruz and Kasich take back vow to support Republican nominee
“I’ll see who it is,” Trump said when asked if he would support the eventual Republican nominee.
For the Record: You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers
You asked about the presidential election. Fingers crossed we’ve got the answers you seek.
Trump takes back vow to support Republican nominee
“I’ll see who it is,” Trump said when asked if he would support the eventual Republican nominee.
Clinton courts middle class in Green Bay stop
Easing college debt, creating affordable health care and raising wages drew large cheers.
Obama-led summit focuses on preventing nuclear terrorism
President hosts leaders from more than 50 countries for two days of meetings
Trump: ‘How do you know those bruises weren’t there before?’
He said reporter Michelle Fields would have reacted more strongly if his aide hurt her.
Sanders to Wis. voters: ‘Trump will not be elected’
Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders told crowds here he was confident GOP front-runner Donald Trump would not be elected president.
Trump stands by campaign manager Lewandowski
Donald Trump says he’s standing by his campaign manager Corey Lewandowski after he was charged with simple battery following an altercation with a female reporter. (March 29)
5 things to know about Trump aide Corey Lewandowski
More about the campaign manager facing a misdemeanor battery charge.
Obama joins fight against opioid abuse
President Obama lent his voice to fight against opioid addiction while also proposing a number of initiatives to help stem the tide of addiction.
Gov. Scott Walker ‘proud to endorse Ted Cruz’
Former presidential hopeful Gov. Scott Walker told Newsradio 620 WTMJ host Charlie Sykes that he believes Cruz is the strongest candidate to win the Republican nomination and beat Hillary Clinton.
Scott Walker just endorsed Ted Cruz
He says it was an easy call. The Wisconsin governor endorsed the conservative Republican Ted Cruz for president.
Anti-Trump adviser dredges up stripper-biting controversy
A lawyer defending Trump’s campaign manager resigned as a federal prosecutor after the 1995 incident.
Poll: Americans care more about terror than privacy, civil rights
Half support Muslim travel ban, stepped up patrols of Muslim neighborhoods.
Supreme Court seeks compromise in ‘contraceptive mandate’ cases
Can workers get coverage without any involvement by objecting religious non-profits?
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker endorses Ted Cruz
Walker and Cruz have spoken kindly of each other in recent days
Trump campaign manager charged with simple battery
Breitbart reporter accused Corey Lewandowski of assault during a campaign event
Boston college student’s ‘Trumpified’ song goes viral
The domination of The Donald inspires an Emerson College student to write a song about it.
Public employee unions dodge a Supreme Court bullet
Without Scalia, Supreme Court fails to strike down ‘fair share’ payments by non-members
Obama: Press should hold presidential candidates accountable
During a journalism award ceremony Monday evening, President Barack Obama said he would call the current political climate a “carnival atmosphere, but that implies fun.” (March 28)
For the Record: So many conspiracies
We’ve got voter anger, conspiracy theories and firearms in today’s newsletter. ‘Merica!
Obama to announce plans bolstering drug treatment
Obama plans to bolster access to drug abuse treatment.
Foreign leaders to Obama: ‘What is happening to America’
The rhetoric of U.S. politics may besmirch how the rest of the world sees the country, President Obama told journalists on Monday.
Utah gov. signs bill requiring anesthesia in certain abortions
The bill is based on the disputed premise that a fetus can feel pain after 20 weeks of gestation.
Ariz. primary fuels debate about voter access
Long lines contributed to sense that it is getting harder and harder for people to vote.
2016 field looks to big delegate prize in New York
Candidates are increasingly turning their attention to New York in advance of the state’s April 19 primary.
Bernie Sanders plots strategy to top Hillary Clinton in delegates
Sanders’ campaign rejects the notion that Clinton has all but locked up the nomination.
Who has White House ambitions? Iowa visits offer hints
See who’s on the lengthy roster of celebrities and politicians to campaign in Iowa.
Bernie Sanders slams Hillary Clinton’s $353K event with George Clooney
Bernie Sanders said Hillary Clinton’s upcoming fundraiser with George and Amal Clooney is ‘obscene.’ Video provided by Newsy
Violence has erupted at U.S. Capitol before
Over the decades, shots have been fired at Congress’ home base.
Clinton camp: Sanders’ debate request a ‘stunt’
Her spokesman says his campaign is “struggling” for attention.
Update on shooting at U.S. Capitol
USA TODAY Congress editor Paul Singer is on the scene to share the latest developments in the shooting that took place at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center Monday afternoon.
Hillary Clinton courts progressives with SCOTUS talk
Clinton highlights what’s at stake, including on campaign finance and abortion rights.
Wounded suspect in custody after shooting at Capitol Visitor Center
Authorities investigating possible shots fired.
Lawmakers tweet about Capitol shooting, assure staff are safe
After shots were fired at the Capitol Visitor Center, lawmakers tweeted to confirm safety of their staff members.
Pennsylvania county commissioner on his support for Trump
In Towanda, Pa., Bradford County Commissioner Doug McLinko talks about his public support for Donald Trump’s presidential campaign.
Voters in old GOP establishment bastion have no taste for ‘Stop Trump’
They helped stop Goldwater in ’64 and Reagan in ’76. But GOP voters in Northeastern Pennsylvania have no plans to join the Stop Trump movement.
Eric and Blythe Jones show their support for Trump at their diner
Eric and Blythe Jones speak about Donald Trump at their diner in Towanda, Pa., where they proudly display a Trump campaign sign.
John Kasich switches things up in Wisconsin
Kasich trails Ted Cruz and Donald Trump statewide in recent polls, and his campaign has less money.
Congress may block state laws mandating access to encrypted devices
California and New York are considering laws requiring access to encrypted smartphones.
Former administration pardon attorney suggests broken system in resignation letter
Former Pardon Attorney Deborah Leff said she was unable to talk to the White House about pardons.
Secret Service: No guns at GOP convention
Some 45,000 people signed a petition asking that attendees be allowed to carry fire arms.
Supreme Court rejects ex-Illinois governor Blagojevich’s conviction appeal
Colorful politician known as ‘Blago’ tried to sell the vacant Senate seat once occupied by President Obama.
GOP welcomes guns, just not at its convention
A Change.org petition asking GOP leaders to allow open carry weapons at the Republican National Convention has gotten over 40,000 signatures. Video provided by Newsy
Hillary Clinton to court progressives with SCOTUS talk
Clinton will highlight what’s at stake, including on immigration and abortion rights.
Clinton rips Trump as ‘dangerously wrong’ on Israel
Without using his name, the Democrat frontrunner went on the offense against her GOP counterpart.
Feds struggle to provide prison medical care
A former BOP official described medical staffing shortages a ‘crisis level’
The GOP is pro-guns — Just not at its convention
A Change.org petition asking GOP leaders to allow open carry weapons at the Republican National Convention has gotten over 35,000 signatures.Video provided by Newsy
Is Donald trump The most disliked politician in America?
A recent Bloomberg poll suggests Donald Trump has worse favorability ratings than Hillary Clinton, Congress or the Republican Party.Video provided by Newsy
Donald Trump’s daughter Ivanka welcomes third child
Ivanka Trump announced the birth of Theodore James on Twitter on Sunday. Video provided by Newsy
‘National Enquirer’ takes Trump vs. Cruz feud to new low
Trump has denied involvement in a ‘National Enquirer’ story alleging Cruz has five mistresses. Video provided by Newsy
For the Record: How do we sweep while our birds are Berning?
Bernie Sanders took all three Saturday caucuses, then attracted a bird to his rally podium, Snow White-style.
It’s a boy! Ivanka Trump gives birth to third child
Donald Trump’s daughter said feels “incredibly blessed” after the boy’s arrival.
Supreme Court nears decision on Blagojevich appeal
Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich is currently serving a 14-year prison sentence.
Ivanka Trump gives birth to third child
Donald Trump’s daughter said feels “incredibly blessed” after the boy’s arrival.
Donald Trump, Ted Cruz battle over delegates, debates — and families
Republican presidential race takes increasingly negative turn
Momentum v. math as Sanders claims victories while Clinton keeps delegate lead
Democratic race turns from a trio of Western contests to Wisconsin and New York
Guns at GOP convention petition tops 35K, Trump wants to study ‘fine print’
Petition calls for open carry rules at GOP convention in Cleveland
Bernie Sanders claims momentum over Hillary Clinton after 3 easy caucus wins
Sanders defeats Clinton easily in Alaska, Hawaii and Washington
Amid Hawaii delays, the Internet turned to a Google doc for caucus results
When voters got restless waiting for Hawaii Democratic caucus results, they compiled it themselves.
Sanders sweeps Saturday’s caucuses
Bernie Sanders won Washington, Alaska and Hawaii all in the same night, helping him regain ground lost to rival Hillary Clinton earlier this month. Video provided by Newsy
Three for three: Sanders wins Hawaii, Washington, Alaska
Vermont senator claims ‘path toward victory’ following Saturday victories.
Bernie Sanders wins Alaska, Washington state caucuses
Vermont senator claims ‘path toward victory’ following Saturday victories.
Politics, terrorism dominate Sunday shows
Candidates and top officials delve into White House primaries, deadly attacks in Brussels.
Bernie Sanders wins Alaska, seeks 3-state sweep Saturday
Washington, Alaska and Hawaii hold Democratic caucuses.
EPA delay in releasing danger level for lead in water raises questions
Nearly a year ago, the EPA said it was working on health standard for lead in drinking water.
Pentagon chief used personal email account until December
Defense Secretary Ash Carter used his personal email account for government business for nearly a year, until December 2015, when news reports revealed the practice, according to hundreds of Carter emails released by the Defense Departme
Bernie Sanders seeks a three-state win Saturday
Washington, Alaska and Hawaii hold Democratic caucuses.
Over 23K sign petition to allow guns at Republican National Convention
It was not clear whether the aim is support of gun rights or to put the GOP in an awkward position.
20,000 sign petition to allow guns at Republican National Convention
It was not clear whether the aim is support of gun rights or to put the GOP in an awkward position.
For the Record’s week in review: Man, it’s been a week
Happy Saturday, For the Record friends! Spring is in the air and Easter Sunday is nearly upon us.
EPA delay releasing danger level for lead in water raises questions
Nearly a year ago, the EPA said it was working on health standard for lead in drinking water.
Cruz: Trump spreading rumors about personal life
Senator Ted Cruz accused Republican presidential rival Donald Trump of stoking false rumors about his personal life on Friday, blaming Trump and his henchmen for spreading false rumors that Cruz has cheated on his wife, Heidi. (March 25)
EPA delay releasing danger level for lead in water sparks concern, questions
Nearly a year ago, the EPA said it was working on health standard for lead in drinking water.
Mark Kirk will be first GOP senator to meet with court nominee Merrick Garland
Kirk is bucking his party by agreeing to meet with President Obama’s choice for the court.
Elizabeth Warren: “I’m still cheering Bernie on”
The Massachusetts Democrat said she will endorse a candidate but she doesn’t have a timeline.
Ted Cruz blames Donald Trump for ‘Enquirer’ affairs story
Cruz calls story citing allegations that he had at least five affairs “garbage.”
Tough talk on U.S. Muslims latest salvo in campaign war
Cruz’s proposal that police should “patrol and secure” Muslims neighborhoods in the U.S. in the wake of the Brussels bombings touched off a firestorm of backlash.
Why Trump’s Arizona win terrifies state GOP
Some fear his nomination could put Republican party’s down-ticket races in jeopardy.
For the Record: Admit it
Happy Friday, For the Record friends! We were thinking today about a certain piece that published last July: “Admit it: You people want to see just how far this goes, don’t you?” Who said it? Donald Trump…
Cruz to Trump: Leave my wife ‘the hell alone!’
While courting voters in Wisconsin Thursday, Sen. Ted Cruz used strong words for rival Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. He said Trump is a sniveling coward who has a problem with women. (March 24)
Another poll finds Kasich the only Republican beating Clinton head-to-head
Despite the numbers, Kasich finds himself trailing, with establishment support backing Cruz.
Presidential race surges past $1 billion mark
You could buy a baseball team with that kind of money.
After insulting tweet, Cruz tells Trump: Leave my wife ‘the hell alone’
Cruz told Trump to “leave Heidi the hell alone.” And Megyn Kelly weighed in, too.
Indiana gov signs abortion restrictions into law
Gov. Mike Pence is a social conservative with a long track record of opposing abortion.
Ethics Committee lawmakers visit Turkish groups they investigated
Last fall, the House Ethics Comittee asked the Justice Department to investigate a possible criminal effort by several Turkish cultural organizations to mislead Congress about the true source of funds for foreig travel provided to lawmakers and congr
Lindsey Graham, who endorsed Cruz, says Kasich would be best president
Yeah, Graham officially backs Cruz, but the two have been blasting each other in public.
Clinton leads Trump by 10 points in new Michigan poll
Hillary Clinton holds a 10-point lead on Donald Trump in Michigan in a head-to-head matchup of the front-runners for the presidential nominations of their respective parties, a new poll shows.
Donald Trump posted a photo insulting the appearance of Ted Cruz’s wife
The image suggests Cruz’s wife is unattractive. And Megyn Kelly weighed in.
Clinton looks to Giuliani model for going toe-to-toe with Donald Trump
Hillary Clinton’s Donald Trump challenge has little to do with issues.
Biden: Supreme Court vacancy helps ‘rich and powerful’
Vice president seeks to step up pressure on Senate Republicans to consider Obama’s nominee
Cruz blasts Trump for ‘yelling and screaming’
Cruz tells Wisconsin supporters Republican front-runner Donald Trump has no answers.
For the Record: Voters’ remorse
Even some anti-Trump GOP voters don’t want a contested convention, and both parties may wish they backed someone else when November rolls around.
Vice President Biden to call for Senate action on Merrick Garland
Biden has slammed GOP lawmakers for refusing to take up Garland’s nomination.
Cruz blasts Trump for ‘yelling’
Cruz tells Wisconsin supporters Republican front-runner Donald Trump has no answers.
Obama gets his groove back at state dinner
President Obama spent his Wednesday in Argentina, meeting with Argentinian President Mauricio Macri and attending a state dinner.
Cruz jokes about backing from Lindsey Graham, who ‘called for my murder’
Graham, who now supports Cruz, did not always speak kindly of him.
Justice Department defends legality of vast DEA wiretap program
Government lawyers warned the DEA that its eavesdropping operation was probably illegal
Lack of polls caused Ariz. election chaos
Officials initially blamed delays on independent voters demanding provisional ballots.
Phoenix elections chief takes blame for long primary lines, won’t resign
Hours-long lines at polls enraged voters and had some calling for recorder to step down.
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