Seth McLaughlin

Jeb Bush, Chris Christie, Donald Trump top ‘can’t support’ lists in early primary states

Jeb Bush may be running at the top of the GOP presidential preference polls nationally, but the former Florida governor is also near the top of another survey: the can't-support list. Published May 12, 2015

Republican 2016 hopefuls make speeches in South Carolina

A slate of 2016 GOP presidential hopefuls paid their respects over the weekend to the voters of South Carolina, who have shown -- outside of their 2012 Newt Gingrich preference -- a knack for getting behind the party's eventual nominee. Published May 10, 2015

Chris Christie in New Hampshire, where presidential campaign hopes hinge

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has ducked major GOP gatherings in Iowa and South Carolina and appears to be focusing his potential presidential campaign on New Hampshire instead, a move that analysts said could make or break his White House dreams. Published May 7, 2015

Iowa GOP announces straw poll changes, aims to reduce costs for candidates

The Iowa Straw Poll is getting a facelift. Published May 7, 2015

Donald Trump serious about 2016 White House campaign, Iowa hirings suggest

There are growing signs -- including hiring key staff in Iowa -- that after years of bluster, businessman Donald Trump is actually serious about making a run for the GOP's 2016 presidential nomination. Published May 6, 2015

Mike Huckabee declares bid for 2016 GOP presidential nomination

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee on Tuesday returned to his hometown in Arkansas to announce that he is running for the White House -- an effort that, if successful, will hinge on his ability to expand his base of support beyond the religious conservatives that supported his presidential campaign seven years ago. Published May 5, 2015

Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina 2016 bids add diversity to growing Republican field

The GOP presidential field got more diverse Monday with the additions of Ben Carson and Carly Fiorina — candidacies who Republicans say could help their party shed its image as a bastion for old white men. Published May 4, 2015

Chris Christie approval rating hits all-time low: poll

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's popularity has sunk to an all-time low in New Jersey in the wake of indictments linked to the Bridegate scandal, which has put a dent in the Republican governor's presidential aspirations. Published May 4, 2015

Ben Carson makes it official, enters race for the White House

Ben Carson announced Monday that he is seeking the 2016 GOP nomination for president. Published May 4, 2015

Kasich defend Medicaid expansion, Common Core standards

Ohio Gov. John Kasich on Friday defended his decision to expand Medicaid under Obamacare and pushed back against the idea that Common Core education standards have allowed the federal government to have more control over the education system. Published May 1, 2015

Chris Christie’s former ally pleads guilty in ‘Bridgegate’ scandal

A former official of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey appointee by Gov. Chris Christie pleaded guilty Friday in the role he played in the 2013 George Washington Bridge scandal. Published May 1, 2015

Mike Huckabee rolls out ‘official announcement’ introductory video

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee takes aim at Bill and Hillary Clinton as part of a new video that will introduce him at his "official announcement" on Tuesday in Arkansas. Published May 1, 2015

Jeb Bush 2016 campaign trails Mitt Romney 2012 bid in enthusiasm at same point in race

There is less enthusiasm for Jeb Bush at this point in the Republican presidential race than there was for Mitt Romney four years ago, according to party operatives who say it signaled weariness over another Bush candidacy and reflected a stronger field this time. Published April 30, 2015

Jeb Bush slams decision to play Orioles game without fans following riots

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, a likely 2016 presidential contender, criticized the decision of the Baltimore Orioles to bar fans from attending a game this week as a result of riots in the city. Published April 30, 2015

Ted Cruz ‘hitting on a lot of cylinders’ in presidential campaign

Sen. Ted Cruz's month-old presidential campaign has won strong reviews from GOP insiders in key states who say he's managed to tap into the anti-establishment sentiment of primary voters, and his allies have proved they have the ability to raise tens of millions of dollars to boost his bid. Published April 29, 2015