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Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, David M. Drucker, Michael Warren, and Charles Hilu offer a heavily reported look at what’s going on in the parties’ struggle for political power, from the campaign trail to the White House.
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‘Chaotic and Puzzling’: The Implosion of the Border Deal
Plus: Despite the odds, Nikki Haley’s campaign ramps up for Super Tuesday.
The Senate Foreign-Aid-and-Border Package Is Mostly Dead
The Republican House has no truck for the deal brokered by Senate negotiators.
Group Seeks to Boost Democratic Support for Nikki Haley
PrimaryPivot says it has enough money to remain active through the March 12 primaries.
Trump Backs Off ‘Presumptive Nominee’ RNC Pressure Campaign
Plus: Kari Lake incident causes shakeup in Arizona GOP leadership.
RNC Moving to Declare Trump Its Presumptive Nominee
An RNC committeeman has submitted the proposal despite Nikki Haley’s vow to stay in the race.
For Nikki Haley, on to South Carolina
Plus: A Joe Biden abortion rally turns into a pro-Palestinian protest.
Ahead of New Hampshire, Haley Dishes Out ‘Hard Truths’ About Trump
Plus: A well-organized Trump campaign feels confident and the pro-life movement marches on.
Nikki Haley Courts New Hampshire Voters Who Dread Trump-Biden Rematch
Plus: No Labels suggests criminal charges for its critics.
In New Hampshire, Haley Finds Her Anti-Trump Audience
Plus: Breaking down Trump’s huge earned-media lead.
The Iowa Caucuses Are Finally Here
With Trump’s win all but secure, a look at the fight for second place with DeSantis and Haley.
Nikki Haley Increasingly Confident in Second-Place Iowa Finish
Plus: How the changing Iowa caucuses have affected the mighty biofuel lobby.
A Busy Day on the Campaign Trail
On Christie’s decision to drop out, CNN’s presidential debate, and Fox News’ town hall with Donald Trump.
Get Ready For the Final Debate Before Iowa
Plus: How will a severe cold snap affect next week’s caucuses?