Cruz Says He Won't Be A 'Servile Puppy Dog' To Trump Campaign
The morning after Ted Cruz was booed by the crowd at the Republican convention, he defended his decision not to endorse Trump.
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Donald Trump Will Headline GOP Convention's Final Night
Donald Trump caps a chaotic Republican National Convention on Thursday night. Other speakers include his daughter Ivanka and tech giant Peter Thiel.
Trump-Cruz Feud Flares Anew On Third Night Of Convention
The high stakes of the Donald Trump-Ted Cruz brinkmanship brought to the flashpoint all the anger and tension pent up in the GOP convention over three days — and in the party over several decades.
Pence Makes The Case For Trump After Cruz Booed
GOP vice presidential nominee Mike Pence had his big debut at the convention on Wednesday night, but not before Cruz urged Republicans to "vote your conscience" — without endorsing Donald Trump.
Meet One Of The Few Hispanic Faces Onstage At The RNC
Wednesday night at the RNC, three Hispanic Republicans will be speaking during prime time. One of them is a little-known state senator from Kentucky — Ralph Alvarado.
'Make America First Again' Theme Echoes Pre-World War II U.S.
The theme of day three of the GOP Convention in Cleveland is "Make America First Again." Before World War II, the "America First Committee" focused on keeping the U.S. out of the conflict raging in Europe.
Hispanic Republicans Texas Chairman Criticizes Trump's Immigration Views
On day three of the Republican National Convention, NPR's Robert Siegel talks with undecided voter Artemio Muniz, Texas chairman of the Federation of Hispanic Republicans, who's hoping Donald Trump will change his tune on immigration.
Rep. Tom Cole Describes Mike Pence As 'Reassuring Pick' For VP
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Oklahoma Rep. Tom Cole, who is also the deputy majority whip for the Republican Party.
John McCain Avoids Republican Convention To Focus On Re-Election
There are many prominent Republicans who have stayed away from the Republican National Convention this week. Prominent among them is former GOP nominee, Sen. John McCain, who says he's not even watching the convention and is focused instead on winning re-election.
Trump Speechwriter Accepts Responsibility For Using Michelle Obama's Words
"This was my mistake and I feel terrible for the chaos I have caused Melania and the Trumps, as well as to Mrs. Obama. No harm was meant," wrote speechwriter Meredith McIver.