Milwaukee is rerunning about 31,000 absentee ballots due to a sealing error with tabulation machines, potentially delaying results by up to three hours. The error, attributed to human oversight, led to concerns from the Republican National Committee about election security. The decision to rerun the ballots was made to ensure transparency and maintain election integrity, with no evidence of machine compromise. The delay highlights ongoing challenges in election administration, particularly in key swing states like Wisconsin.
The Republican National Committee and the Trump campaign have filed a federal lawsuit to prevent Nevada from counting mail ballots received after Election Day, arguing it violates federal law. This challenge is part of a broader GOP effort to shorten mail ballot return windows, which Democrats argue suppresses voter participation. Nevada's universal mail voting program, established in 2021, allows ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted if received within four days after. Critics say the GOP's push could disenfranchise military and other voters who rely on mail ballots.
The Republican National Committee, now under Donald Trump's control, is distancing itself from Maryland GOP Senate candidate Larry Hogan after he criticized Trump ahead of his criminal conviction. RNC Chairman Michael Whatley indicated that Hogan will need to run his own campaign, though the National Republican Senatorial Committee will support him. Hogan, a former Maryland governor with cross-party appeal, could help Republicans flip the Senate seat, but his criticism of Trump has complicated his support within the party.
Former President Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee raised a record $141 million in May, largely driven by Trump's guilty verdict in his "hush money" trial. The campaign saw a significant surge in donations, with $53 million raised within 24 hours of the verdict. The fundraising total included over 2 million individual donations, with 25% from first-time contributors. The Trump campaign and RNC highlighted the support as a response to what they called a "rigged trial" and a sign of strong backing for Trump's 2024 presidential bid.
Lara Trump, co-chair of the Republican National Committee, criticized Larry Hogan, a Republican Senate candidate in Maryland, for urging Americans to respect the verdict against former President Donald Trump. Hogan, a moderate Republican and frequent Trump critic, had called for respect for the rule of law, which angered Trump supporters. Lara Trump questioned Hogan's respect within the Republican Party and did not clarify whether the party would continue to support him.
RNC co-chair Lara Trump criticized former Maryland governor Larry Hogan for urging respect for the legal process in Donald Trump's hush money trial, suggesting he doesn't deserve Republican support. Hogan, running for a Senate seat, emphasized the importance of the rule of law, while Trump highlighted a surge in fundraising following the trial's verdict.
The Republican National Committee is urging Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle to personally intervene and move a planned protest zone farther from the site of their upcoming convention in Milwaukee, citing safety concerns for attendees. The Secret Service maintains confidence in their current security plan, while local Milwaukee officials are open to discussions. The RNC proposes expanding the security perimeter to include Pere Marquette Park and designating Zeidler Union Square as the new protest zone.
The Trump campaign and the Republican National Committee plan to deploy 100,000 volunteers and attorneys to battleground states to monitor various aspects of the election process, aiming to "protect the vote and ensure a big win" in November. While poll watching is a normal part of elections, experts warn that unruly operations could be problematic and potentially intimidate voters. Critics express concerns about voter suppression and the potential impact on election administration, while the RNC's plans have raised questions about the feasibility and impact of such a large-scale operation.
Former President Donald J. Trump's presidential campaign and the Republican National Committee raised over $50.5 million at a fund-raising dinner hosted by billionaire John Paulson at his Palm Beach home, aiming to close the financial gap with Democrats ahead of the general election. The reported total surpasses the $26 million raised by President Biden's campaign at a celebrity-studded event in New York City, signaling a strong financial position for Trump's campaign.
The Trump campaign announced a record-breaking $50.5 million fundraising haul at a Florida event, surpassing Biden's recent $26 million collection. The closed-door fundraiser, attended by prominent GOP donors, aimed to close the financial gap with Biden and the Democratic Party. Despite this achievement, Biden and the Democratic Party have raised over $90 million in March, boasting a significant cash advantage. Both campaigns are focusing on building infrastructure and grassroots support for the upcoming 2024 election.
Former President Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee raised $65.6 million in March, bringing their combined cash on hand to $93.1 million entering April. This marks the best fundraising month for Trump's 2024 campaign, with the joint accounts allowing for larger donations. Trump has been meeting with potential financiers at Mar-a-Lago and has shifted the allocation of new donations, directing 10 cents of every dollar to his PAC, Save America.
Former President Trump and the Republican National Committee raised $65.6 million in March, ending the month with $93.1 million in cash on hand, aiming to close the fundraising gap with President Biden and the Democratic National Committee. The joint fundraising efforts and new leadership at the RNC, including Lara Trump as co-chair, have contributed to the substantial fundraising haul. Trump is set to hold a major fundraiser in Palm Beach, Florida, in an effort to surpass Biden's recent fundraising record and attract top GOP donors, while Biden's re-election campaign is expected to report significant fundraising numbers.
Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee announced that they raised $65.6 million in March, with $93.1 million cash on hand, aiming to address concerns about President Joe Biden's fundraising advantage. Biden's team has not disclosed their March fundraising figures, but they previously reported having $155 million on hand after raising $53 million in February. Trump's fundraising efforts are also directed towards covering legal fees, while the Republican National Committee emphasized their unified operation focused on victory.
Both Republican job applicants and potential jurors in Donald Trump's upcoming criminal trial are being asked if they believe the 2020 election was stolen, a question seen as a loyalty test to Trump. Prosecutors argue that asking potential jurors about their views on the election helps determine their impartiality. Trump's attorney disputes the need for the question, while Trump himself carefully observed potential jurors during a recent trial. The issue of jurors revealing their political views is emerging in Trump's trials, with lawyers on both sides seeking to ascertain their opinions on Trump.
NBC News faced backlash and on-air revolt after hiring Ronna McDaniel, former chair of the Republican National Committee, as a political analyst due to her involvement in supporting former President Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. The controversy led to her swift departure from the network, highlighting the challenges media outlets face in covering politics during unusual times and the debate over normalizing actions that go beyond politics as usual.
