Politics

Ryan Pitches NC Republicans on Party Unity

We are all on the same team. That's the message Speaker of the House Paul Ryan was pitching to members of the North Carolina delegation at the Republican National Convention today.

Trump Claims GOP Nomination, Says 'Go All The Way'

United for a night, Republicans nominated Donald Trump Tuesday as their presidential standard-bearer, capping the billionaire businessman's stunning takeover of the GOP and propelling him into a November faceoff with Democrat Hillary Clinton.

Speakers Stress The Importance Of Making America Safe Again At The RNC's Opening Night

The Republican National Convention kicked of Monday in Cleveland, and speakers ranging from governors to sheriffs highlighted the night's theme of 'Making America Safe Again.'

Some Melania Trump Speech Lines Mirror Michelle Obama Speech

Melania Trump's well-received speech Monday to the Republican National Convention contained two passages that match nearly word-for-word the speech that first lady Michelle Obama delivered in 2008 at the Democratic National Convention.

GOP convention kicks off as nation reels from more violence

The Republican National Convention is set to kick off as the nation reels from another deadly shooting and dissident delegates stage a longshot, last-gasp effort to deny Donald Trump the GOP nomination for president.

Voters split over how to secure US from illegal immigration

Most Americans reject Donald Trump's proposal to build a wall along the U.S. border with Mexico and his support for deporting those in the country illegally. But they're divided on the presumptive Republican nominee's proposed temporary ban on the entry of Muslims from other countries, a new survey finds.

Donald Trump Announces VP Running Mate On Twitter

Donald Trump just announced on his Twitter page that he has chosen Governor Mike Pence as his vice presidential running mate.

Campaign Chief Says Trump Has Made His VP Choice

Donald Trump's campaign chairman says the Republican presidential contender has settled on a running mate.

Court Will Consider Immediate Relief for Transgender People in HB2 Lawsuit

U.S. District Court Judge Thomas Schroeder will hear arguments on August 1st against House Bill 2.

LGBT History lessons edging closer to California classrooms

After multiple delays, California education officials are moving to comply with the nation's first law requiring public schools to include prominent gay people and LGBT rights milestones in history classes.

Fear Factor: Americans scared of their presidential options

The vast majority of Americans say they are afraid of at least one of the two major candidates — Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump — winning the White House, a remarkable finding that reflects an unsettled nation unhappy with its choice.

More establishment than celebrity in Trump convention lineup

There are war heroes, a casino mogul and even an underwear model, yet Donald Trump is relying heavily on his party's establishment to fill the speaking program for next week's Republican National Convention.

Cooper Vows to Repeal HB2 If Elected Governor

North Carolina Attorney General and Democratic candidate for Governor Roy Cooper says he wants the NBA to help repeal House Bill 2.

Poll: Most young people dislike GOP's Trump, say he's racist

Donald Trump is wildly unpopular among young adults, in particular young people of color, and nearly two-thirds of Americans between the ages of 18 and 30 believe the presumptive Republican nominee is racist.

Aiming For Friday Announcement, Trump Narrows His VP List

Donald Trump has reached the final phase of his search for a running mate, narrowing his list to three leading contenders and directing his staff to prepare for a Friday announcement.

Bernie Sanders Endorses Hillary Clinton For President

Bernie Sanders is offering his long-awaited endorsement to Democratic rival Hillary Clinton, hoping to transfer the energy of his insurgent campaign into the party's fight against Republican Donald Trump.

Giuliani: Saying 'black lives matter' is 'inherently racist'

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is being criticized after calling the term "black lives matter" ''inherently racist."

In Dallas remarks, Obama will aim to make sense of shootings

For President Barack Obama, the decision to return early from an overseas trip after a series of shocking shootings will prove to be easy compared to his next challenge: Comforting an America that has witnessed a rash of shootings.

South Carolina Joins Lawsuit Over Federal Bathroom Guidlines

South Carolina is one of 10 states that are suing the Federal Government over bathroom rules. The lawsuit challenges the U.S. Department of Education's directive that transgender students must be allowed to use…