Seth McLaughlin
Articles by Seth McLaughlin
Christie, Ramaswamy tangle over foreign policy, trade insults
Former Gov. Chris Christie and Vivek Ramaswamy's disagreement over foreign policy devolved Wednesday into name-calling and shouting in the fourth Republican presidential debate. Published December 6, 2023
GOP debate turns into early pile-up on Haley by DeSantis, Ramaswamy
Right out of the gates, it became clear Wednesday night that Nikki Haley had a big target on her back in the fourth GOP presidential debate. Published December 6, 2023
GOP White House contenders face off in 4th debate, look to make the most of Trump’s absence
Four candidates faced off in the fourth Republican presidential debate Wednesday night, knowing they are running out of time to make an impression on voters weeks out from the first nomination contest in Iowa. Published December 6, 2023
Trump prepares for Biden replacement, predicts Democrat will not make finish line in ‘24 election
Former President Donald Trump is saying what a lot of people are thinking: President Biden might not make it to Election Day as the Democratic presidential nominee. Published December 6, 2023
Trump: I don’t think Biden ‘makes it’ in 2024 race
Former President Donald Trump said Tuesday he doesn't think President Biden will make it through Election Day as his party's standard-bearer. Published December 5, 2023
Ron DeSantis struggles to re-create midterm magic ahead of Iowa caucuses
A year ago, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was riding high and former President Donald Trump looked like he was on the ropes. But now their roles have reversed with just weeks before Iowa's caucuses kick off the GOP nominating contests, their roles have reversed. Published December 3, 2023
Trump presses counterprogramming edge, casts shadow over DeSantis’ 99-county milestone
Former President Donald Trump has been the undisputed king of counterprogramming in the 2024 GOP presidential race. Published December 2, 2023
DeSantis-Newsom Fox faceoff turns into food fight over everything
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday the Californians flocking to Florida are trying to escape the liberal agenda that Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democrats have shoved down the throats of voters over the years. Published November 30, 2023
DeSantis bets old-style politicking of shoe leather, handshakes and kissing babies pays off in Iowa
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is about to become the latest to accomplish the campaign feat known as the "Full Grassley" -- visiting all 99 of the state's counties ahead of an election -- when he checks off his final one this weekend. Published November 30, 2023
Koch network backs Nikki Haley in 2024 GOP presidential race
The conservative political network led by billionaire Charles Koch announced Tuesday it is backing former U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley in the GOP presidential race. Published November 28, 2023
RFK Jr. seizes on voter dissatisfaction with potential Biden-Trump rematch
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent bid for president is exposing the electorate's deep-rooted desire to have someone not named Joseph R. Biden or Donald Trump on the ballot. Published November 28, 2023
Vivek Ramaswamy irritates his rivals but emerges as a player with his twist on Trump-style politics
Former U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley called Vivek Ramaswamy "scum." Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie described him as Trump's lap dog and former Vice President Mike Pence dubbed him a "rookie." Published November 27, 2023
DeSantis notches endorsement of Iowa evangelical leader Vander Plaats
Bob Vander Plaats, the influential leader of a Christian conservative group in Iowa, tossed his support behind Ron DeSantis' 2024 presidential campaign, saying the Florida governor is a "bold and courageous leader" who can win the general election. Published November 21, 2023
Trump touts his doctor’s analysis, says ‘overall health is excellent’
Former President Donald Trump wants to world to know that his personal physician has given him a clean bill of health. Published November 20, 2023
Trump vs. the field: Rapidly shrinking GOP pool makes way for clash of former president, alternative
The 2024 Republican nomination race is playing out in a far different way than in 2016 when Donald Trump emerged from a bloated field of presidential contenders. Published November 20, 2023
DeSantis unveils website challenging Haley’s conservative record
Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida rolled out a website Friday dedicated to raising doubts about former United States Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley's conservative credentials. Published November 17, 2023
DeSantis dings Trump on inflation, says COVID policies boosted prices
Republican presidential hopeful Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida says former President Donald Trump's fingerprints are all the inflation hitting Americans' wallets. Published November 17, 2023
Christie says Ramaswamy is Trump’s janitor
Former Gov. Chris Christie says Vivek Ramaswamy is doing former President Donald Trump's dirty work in the 2024 presidential race. Published November 16, 2023
Lake’s favorability underwater in Arizona Senate race
Republican Kari Lake faces a likability challenge in her bid for the U.S. Senate in Arizona. Published November 16, 2023
Republicans raise pressure to oust RNC’s McDaniel; Trump champions are loudest
The pressure is ratcheting up on Ronna McDaniel to step aside as chair of the Republican National Committee but the inter-party revolt has not nearly reached critical mass, according to GOP insiders. Published November 15, 2023
