Donald Trump sweep in Iowa, N.H. would vex Republican establishment

If things break right here — a big if — billionaire businessman Donald Trump is well-positioned to become the first Republican presidential candidate in almost a half-century to string together wins in the Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire’s first-in-the-nation primary — a feat that would give him momentum in the race and likely lead to an all-hands-on-deck moment for the establishment wing of the party.

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State Dept. declares 22 Clinton emails ‘top secret’

The State Department said Friday it is withholding 22 emails from former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s email account for containing ‘top secret’ material, and another 18 messages she exchanged with President Obama, saying those are privileged communications.

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Cruz, Rubio tensions flare at Trump-less GOP debate

Tensions between Republican presidential hopefuls Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio erupted over immigration and more Thursday night during the Fox News/Google debate, as the campaigns tried to put aside their battles with front-runner Donald Trump — “the elephant not in the room” who chose to boycott — and focus on the issues, and their Democratic rivals.

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Michael Bloomberg Considering Independent Presidential Run, Report Says

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is considering a presidential run as an independent candidate, according to a new report.

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Hillary Clinton Emails Held Info Beyond Top Secret: IG

Emails from Hillary Clinton’s home server contained information classified at levels higher than previously known, including a level meant to protect some of the most sensitive U.S. intelligence, according to a document obtained by NBC News.

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GOP severs ties with NBC News for upcoming debate

The Republican National Committee has formally severed ties with NBC News for the upcoming presidential debate.

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