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Sanders surprise: What does it really do for him?
Sanders surprised the pollsters by winning Michigan, but he still needs to win big in larger states ahead.
Romney’s skewering ad against Trump
CNBC’s John Harwood reports on a tweet Mitt Romney posted exposing Donald Trump’s profanity.
Sanders scores upset in Michigan, Trump snags key wins
Hillary Clinton’s path to the Democratic nomination no longer looks completely assured after Tuesday’s primaries, NBC News reports.
Jack Welch: This is craziest thing Trump says
What Donald Trump keeps saying about Ted Cruz does not align with the facts, Jack Welch says.
Trump clings to narrow lead over Cruz: NBC/WSJ poll
Billionaire Donald Trump draws the support of 30 percent of GOP primary voters, while U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz draws at 27 percent.
Why margin of victory Tuesday will matter for Trump
If Trump wins Michigan Tuesday but Kasich comes close, it’ll suggest the trend away from Trump is real, Politico’s Ben White says.
Michigan is the big prize as 4 states head to polls
Trump fading? Will Rubio continue his recent slide? These questions will be answered as voters in Hawaii, Idaho, Michigan, and Mississippi vote.
Ryan phones Trump, Cruz to discuss ‘bold’ agenda
The former vice presidential nominee has spoken over the phone with Donald Trump and Ted Cruz about developing a Republican agenda.
Ex-Apple CEO: Trump’s smarter than critics think
Former CEO of Apple John Sculley joins CNBC to speak about Donald Trump’s presidential campaign.
Even Hillary needs work to win Silicon Valley: VC
Even in historically liberal California, it’s not surely a slam dunk win for the Democratic front-runner.
Michael Bloomberg says he will not run for president
The former New York City mayor said he did not believe he could win the presidency if he mounted a campaign.
Grover Norquist: Clinton already lost the election
The Democratic front-runner alienated two key states in her latest debate, anti-tax crusader Grover Norquist says.
Wall Street regulation too lax? Obama says ‘not true’
Barrack Obama assured Americans from both parties that action was taken after the financial crisis of 2007-2009.
Fed’s Brainard: Global ‘crosscurrents’ may hit US
Two key Fed officials said inflation may tick toward the Fed’s target, while one argued for patience in raising rates.
Trump ‘fundamentally unstable’: Ex-Bush 43 aide
Nobody knows what Donald Trump stands for, says Tony Fratto, Bush 43 deputy press secretary.
Supreme Court rejects Apple e-books appeal
SCOTUS declined to hear Apple’s challenge to an appellate court decision that it conspired to increase e-book prices.
We’re with Trump, GOP stalwarts tell establishment
Rank-and-file Republicans reject the party elite’s calls to defeat Donald J. Trump, The New York Times reports.
German vice chancellor: Trump a threat to peace
Sigmar Gabriel has criticized Donald Trump as a right-wing populist whose political views pose a threat to peace and prosperity.
Trump, Clinton hold wide Michigan lead: Poll
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are heavily favored in Michigan’s primary, NBC News reports.
Cruz, Sanders split ‘Super Saturday’ decision
The senators from Texas and Vermont won two contests apiece in their respective primaries.
‘Sad day’ as first lady Nancy Reagan dies at 94
Former first lady Nancy Reagan has died, according to a spokeswoman with the Reagan Library. She was 94.
How well did Trump do this weekend?
Andra Gillespie, associate professor at Emory University, discusses this weekend’s developments and what it means for the Republican Party.
Clinton, Sanders call for urgent help for Flint
The two candidates condemned local officials who abetted the crisis and demanded the resignation of Republican Governor Rick Snyder of Michigan.
Hillary: I’m against bad behavior, not business
Hillary Clinton sits down with CNBC’s John Harwood and makes her case for why she will be good for business and the economy.
16 questions for Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton tells CNBC’s John Harwood she isn’t seeking her husband’s third term, or Barack Obama’s.
Trump or Cruz? Republicans face tough choices
Republicans desperate to stop Donald Trump from capturing the party’s presidential nomination are wrestling with whether to unite behind Ted Cruz.
Nancy Reagan was a ‘force inside the White House’
Nancy Reagan influenced White House staffing decisions and some of the country’s most significant moments, Allan Lichtman says.
Is Bloomberg readying an exit from Bloomberg?
Bloomberg’s founder has presided over two years of robust expansion and record profits, all while laying the groundwork for his second departure.
Ben Carson officially suspends his campaign
Ben Carson announced that he is leaving the campaign trail at CPAC on Friday, NBC News reports.
Clinton: I’m ‘happy’ email investigation proceeding
Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton spoke with CNBC ahead of a weekend featuring several party contests and a debate.
$7 billion sector Clinton wants to put to death
Hillary Clinton says private prisons, worth billions, are a mistake. But her tough talk may be mostly empty promise.
Myopic Trump takedown could backfire: Ex-GOP gov
Attacking Trump’s character won’t slow his march, former Romney co-chair Tim Pawlenty tells CNBC.
Here’s the conundrum for the ‘Never Trump’ movement
If the goal is to keep Trump out of the race, Never Trump proponents will likely confront this: voting for Clinton.
Trump White House may spark recession: Meg Whitman
Hewlett Packard Enterprise CEO Meg Whitman said Donald Trump’s policies could cause a U.S. recession and would increase the national debt.
Primary results may hinge on state job outlook
Wide differences in the job outlook from state to state could play a major role in upcoming presidential primaries.
Yes, Trump could still lose
He remains the GOP front-runner. But if he loses the biggest states, it isn’t over, Politico’s Ben White says.
Trump responds to Romney
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at a rally in Portland, Maine, on Thursday. Former Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney said in a speech earlier in Utah Trump is unfit to be president.
Koch brothers will not use funds to block Trump
The Koch brothers will not use their funds to try to block Donald Trump’s path to the presidential nomination, a spokesman said.
Fiery GOP debate sparks insults, attacks and taunts
CNBC’s John Harwood provides highlights from Thursday night’s contentious Republican face off.
Rowdy night at GOP debate
Former Gov. Judd Gregg, (R-N.H.), and former Gov. Bill Richardson, (D-N.M.), weigh in on Thursday night’s Republican debate, where GOP candidates took turns hurling insults. The simple fact is the numbers work in Donald Trump’s favor right now, says Gregg. And Richardson makes a case for Hillary Clinton.
In debate, Cruz, Rubio urge GOP to dump Trump
The senators questioned Trump’s loyalties, his temperament and his ability to defeat Hillary Clinton in a standoff that descended into the vulgar.
Dems beware! Trump could beat Clinton: Richardson
Democrats shouldn’t expect a cakewalk if Hillary Clinton faces Donald Trump, Bill Richardson says.
Obamacare leads to 20M insurance boost: Admin
The uninsured rate has fallen to historic lows.
Santelli on Romney: Irony is only word I can think of
CNBC’s Rick Santelli reacts to Mitt Romney’s comments on Donald Trump.
Top 1% would see $78,000 tax hike under Hillary
Clinton’s plan would generate $1 trillion in additional revenue, the nonpartisan Tax Policy Center says.
Donald Trump reveals details of his health care plan
Trump released his health care plan, detailing the way in which he would replace Obamacare. NBC News reports.
Why 4-4 split won’t mean Supreme Court gridlock
There are now only eight Supreme Court Justices, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that the court is doomed to months of unproductive gridlock.
Iconic Trump Taj Mahal faces new troubles
Carl Icahn is backing down from a $100 million investment in the last Trump casino in Atlantic City. USA Today reports.
Def Sec Carter: Tech should help keep country safe
As U.S. tech companies butt heads with the government, Defense Secretary Ash Carter contended that the sides need to cooperate.
Romney calls Trump ‘phony,’ urges GOP to shun him
Mitt Romney is telling voters that Donald Trump must be defeated to avoid profoundly negative consequences for the party and the country.
More than 45K sign petition to arrest Bill Clinton
A petition calling for the arrest and prosecution of former President Bill Clinton alleges he violated Massachusetts election laws.
Billionaire: Trump like a ‘kindergartener’ on China
Stanley Druckenmiller and Ken Langone, billionaires who support Ohio Gov. John Kasich, blasted Donald Trump.
Trump nomination could give Dems Congress: Analyst
The market isn’t pricing in the risk of a Democratic Congress — yet, Brian Gardner says.
Carson doesn’t ‘see a political path forward’
Ben Carson will not attend Thursday’s GOP debate amid uncertainties about his political future.
‘How to move to Canada’ trending after Trump win
Searches asking ‘How to move to Canada’ are spiking on Google as U.S. voters digest Donald Trump’s sweeping win on Super Tuesday.
Who’s the best candidate to run the US economy?
As a dozen states hold presidential contests, who do you think is the best candidate to run the US economy?
Sanders surprises with 4 projected wins: NBC News
Vermont U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders showed his campaign still has signs of life on Tuesday, as he notched four wins in his favor.
Super Tuesday takeaways: Winners, losers & questions
Nearly every candidate scored results that will keep their campaigns afloat, so the nomination processes will remain contentious.
NJ papers demand Christie resign over Trump support
Six NJ newspapers are calling for Gov. Christie’s resignation following his endorsement of Trump for the presidential nomination, NBC News reports.
Is Donald Trump’s plan working?
David Marsh, managing director & co-founder of OMFIF, and NBC’s Steve Handelsman discuss the “Super Tuesday” results of the U.S. primary elections.
Trump wins big on Super Tuesday, rivals fight on
Donald Trump is the projected winner of GOP primaries in six states, and the apparent winner of another, according to NBC News.
Donald Trump’s success is frightening: Tony Blair
Donald Trump’s wins in the U.S. primaries are worrying and highlight the rising popularity of insurgent movements, the U.K.’s Tony Blair has said.
Gov Kasich: I’ll win Ohio; Rubio needs Florida
Ohio Gov. John Kasich tells CNBC he expects to win his home state in this month’s series of GOP contests.
Analyst: What investors like and fear about Trump
A Trump presidency would produce higher deficits and may hurt multinationals, but could lead to corporate tax reform, Dan Clifton says.
Prez hopefuls’ creative ways to get campaign cash
The setup of preset donation options is a shrewd political calculation for presidential campaigns.
Lew: Risk of competitive devaluation greatly reduced
The U.S. Treasury Secretary said no country would devalue their currency in a way that would trigger the outbreak of a fresh round of currency wars.
Obama to press Republicans to fill top court vacancy
U.S. President Barack Obama will press Senate Republican leaders on Tuesday to fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court.
GOP congressman: I’m more in Apple camp versus FBI
House Judiciary member Jason Chaffetz tells CNBC a smartphone is either “encrypted or it’s not.”
Super Tuesday could lead to rally if this happens
Data from Kensho suggest that Super Tuesday is often the beginning of a rally in the stock market, when this happens.
Fed’s Dudley sounds warning on US economy
A Fed official on Tuesday said he sees downside risks to his U.S. economic outlook that could flag a longer pause before the Fed’s next rate hike.
How Super Tuesday could rock the stock market
If Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton looks vulnerable after Super Tuesday polling, the upset could show up in the stock market.
Trump, Clinton maintain big leads in new poll
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton continue to hold commanding leads in their respective primaries, according to a new national poll.
Guess who leads the field for Trump’s VP candidate?
A poll released Monday actually has this candidate leading the field of potential vice presidential picks for Donald Trump.
‘My taxes are none of your business’: Mark Cuban
In a blog post, Cuban detailed what he thinks is the most dangerous question that can be asked of a candidate.
If Super Tuesday is a done deal, then what
If Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton run the tables on Tuesday, Politico’s Ben White explains how the race could unfold.
Main St.: This is our pick for president
Some 60% of small-business owners plan to vote in this election. A survey reveals their top pick.
Defunct ‘Trump University’ becomes line of attack
Trump University, now defunct, has come back to haunt Donald Trump’s candidacy, The NY Times reports.
Ron Paul: The Fed isn’t leveling with markets
Ron Paul wants to deliver a message to the market that he claims the Federal Reserve refuses to do itself.
Overwhelming win for Clinton in SC: NBC projection
Early exit polls indicated that Clinton won more than 80 percent of black voters in the South Carolina Democratic primary.
Eyes on Trump as Rubio, Cruz release tax records
Despite making promises to release his tax records, Presidential candidate Donald Trump has balked at doing so until an IRS audit is complete.
Trump, Clinton favored ahead of Super Tuesday vote
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are leading in several Super Tuesday states, NBC News reports.
Meg Whitman blasts Christie’s Trump endorsement
Meg Whitman, who was Chris Christie’s finance co-chair, is blasting his endorsement of Donald Trump, NBC News reports.
What is Super Tuesday?
Super Tuesday is make or break for the presidential candidates – but what is it?
States cut jobless checks, pressuring the unemployed
Eight states have reduced the number of weeks that people can draw benefits, while others have cut the amount of money the unemployed can collect.
Warren Buffett: What I like about Bernie Sanders
Warren Buffett may be a Hillary Clinton supporter, but he likes this about Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Kudlow: Why the middle class is angry
Essentially, the middle class hasn’t received a pay rise in the past 15 years. That’s why people are cranky and voting for change.
Cramer: Elections ‘multiple depressor’ for markets
“I think it just makes people pay less for stocks,” CNBC’s Jim Cramer says.
Salesforce CEO: I’d leave Georgia over gay rights
Salesforce.com CEO Marc Benioff and a Georgia lawmaker publicly clashed after Benioff threatened to divest from the state.
NJ Gov Christie endorses Donald Trump for president
It’s the latest sign that Republicans are beginning to accept that Trump may win the party’s nomination.
IRS cyberattacks bigger than previously disclosed: DJ
Cyberattacks on taxpayer accounts affected more people than previously reported, Dow Jones reported Friday, citing the IRS.
Apple: Court order violates 1st Amendment
Apple filed a motion to vacate an order compelling the company to create software that would allow agents access to an iPhone.
Rubio, Cruz gang up on Trump at debate
Republican rival Marco Rubio attacked Donald Trump at length for the first time on Thursday, targeting his wealth and lack of detailed policy plans.
GOP unleash fireworks at final debate before Super Tuesday
It was a night filled with accusations and attacks, reports CNBC’s John Harwood with highlights of the Republican debate.
Ex-CIA officer/GOP Rep: Why I support Apple
The FBI has not shown there is enough evidence to justify forcing Apple to unlock the iPhone, Rep. Will Hurd says.
Gilmore: I’d back any GOP nominee, even Trump
Former GOP candidate Jim Gilmore tells CNBC he would support Donald Trump to avoid another Democrat in the White House.
Trump as CEO and commander in chief?
If he becomes president, Donald Trump would continue to have the ability to own and promote his multitude of businesses.
FBI is wrong in dispute with Apple: McAfee
The FBI would create a bigger security issue if it prevailed in its dispute with Apple, John McAfee told CNBC.
Feds ‘frustrated’ by Tim Cook interview: Official
A senior law enforcement official told CNBC officials are “frustrated” by Apple CEO Tim Cook’s interview on ABC News Wednesday.
Obama weighs Republican for US Supreme Court
President Barack Obama is considering appointing a Republican to the U.S. Supreme Court, a source close to the process said on Wednesday.
Bullard warns that hiking rates will hit Fed’s cred
A top Federal Reserve official has reiterated his opposition to further interest rate hikes given that U.S. inflation expectations have fallen.
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