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PREMIERING at 11AM ET: Top Pollster Says Path to GOP Victory Is Clear—but Which Candidate?

Even Republican consultants say the presidency seems out of reach this time around. With swing states controlled by Democratic governors and legislatures, and lax COVID-era voter laws still in place, the White House is out of reach. But Rich Baris says the experts have it wrong again. The director of the Big Data Poll says…


PREMIERING NOW: Top Pollster Says Path to GOP Victory Is Clear—but Which Candidate?

Even Republican consultants say the presidency seems out of reach this time around. With swing states controlled by Democratic governors and legislatures, and lax COVID-era voter laws still in place, the White House is out of reach. But Rich Baris says the experts have it wrong again. The director of the Big Data Poll says…


Judge Recuses Himself From Disney, DeSantis Case After Discovering Relative Owns Company Stocks

The federal judge that was set to oversee Disney’s First Amendment lawsuit filed against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis recused himself from the high-profile case on June 1 after discovering that a “relative within the third degree of relationship” owns Disney stock. In a 14-page decision (pdf), U.S. Chief District Judge Mark Walker, an Obama appointee, said that…


Pentagon Cancels Drag Show on Air Force Base Amid Pressure From Congress

The military cancels a drag show at an Air Force base scheduled for Thursday. Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) questioned the Pentagon over the event. The Senate is racing to pass the debt ceiling bill amid a looming default. But some senators tell us they’re voting no. Find out why in our latest coverage from Capitol…


Mike Pence and Chris Christie Set to Enter 2024 Presidential Race

Former Vice President Mike Pence and former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie are preparing to launch bids for the 2024 Republican presidential slot. A strategist knowledgeable of Christie’s plans told The Epoch Times on May 31 that Maria Comella will run his upcoming campaign. Comella worked on Christie’s 2016 presidential bid. She was also chief…


Mike Pence, Chris Christie Set to Enter 2024 Presidential Race

Former Vice President Mike Pence and former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie are planning to announce that they will enter the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Pence and Christie will formally announce their campaigns next week, according to people with knowledge of their plans. Maria Comella, who worked on Christie’s 2016 presidential bid and also was chief…


LIVE NOW: NTD News Today (May 31): Assistant Secretary of State Calls FISA Abuses ‘Disturbing’; DeSantis Campaign Analysis

With presidential candidate Ron DeSantis campaigning in Iowa, we hear reactions from voters and some analysis on how DeSantis can overcome former president Donald Trump’s sizable polling lead. The FBI is facing questions again about its use of the FISA surveillance program on American citizens. Assistant Secretary of State for Intelligence Brett Holmgren said on May…


ANALYSIS: Why a Growing GOP Field Is Beneficial to Trump

News Analysis It took a little while, but the GOP 2024 presidential field has suddenly and dramatically expanded. In a matter of days, Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis officially joined the 2024 Republican presidential field, ending months of hints and speculation. Virginia Gov, Glenn Youngkin, New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu, and others could…


Republican North Dakota Governor Expected to Announce 2024 Run

The 2024 field just got bigger: North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum is mulling a presidential run. A knowledgeable source confirmed NBC News’ May 26 reporting on the potential bid to The Epoch Times. It’s one of two stories published on the same day, alongside a Wall Street Journal article, generating buzz for the little-known official….


LIVE NOW: NTD News Today (May 26): DeSantis Campaign Flips Script on Launch Glitches; Biden, Some Democrats Support GOP’s Fentanyl Act

After much criticism, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his presidential campaign have flipped the script on his campaign launch tech glitches. In a rare display of bipartisanship, President Biden is backing House Republicans’ “HALT Fentanyl Act.” The bill, which passed the House yesterday, permanently designates fentanyl-like substances as being among the most dangerous illicit drugs….