Nation-Now 7 mins ago 4:49 a.m.For the Record: Trump’s incredible shrinking VP pool

Yesterday the jiujitsu strategies of both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump were on full display, with both candidates attempting to use the other's biggest strengths against them. Hillary's decades of experience in and around the White House, Congress and the State Department have become liabilities when it appears her connections are helping her dodge legal trouble.

Indiana GOP to Trump: Take Mike Pence, please

The prospect of Donald Trump tapping Indiana Gov. Mike Pence to serve as his running mate has both national Republicans and local party members salivating -- but for different reasons. Pence is deep in Trump's vice presidential vetting process, tasking two aides with coordinating with the campaign and flying over the weekend with his wife, Karen, to meet with Trump in New Jersey.

The race to replace Mike Pence is already underway

Donald Trump hasn't yet picked Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as his running mate -- but already, Pence's home-state Republicans are jockeying for his job. If Trump chooses Pence, it will set off an already-brewing battle in Indiana to replace the governor in what's expected to be a nail-biter this fall against Democrat John Gregg.

Donald Trump says considering 10 candidates for vice president

Washington, Jul 7: Donald Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential candidate, today said he has shortlisted 10 potential running mates. While Trump did not disclose the names, two potential shortlisted candidates Senators Bob Corker and Joni Ernest indicated that they were not in the race.

House GOP plan to hold gun vote faces resistance from conservatives

House Republican leaders' plan to hold a vote on a gun-control proposal this week is on hold amid objections from conservatives concerned with the legislation and a broader package of counterterrorism measures. GOP leaders announced late last week that they would hold a vote as soon as Wednesday on legislation that, among other provisions, would prevent suspected terrorists from purchasing firearms if the government can prove within three business days that there is probable cause to believe an individual has terrorist ties or sympathies.

Trump takes in $51 million, takes potential VP’s o

Celebrating new success in fundraising, Donald Trump says he took in $51 million for his campaign and allied Republicans in recent weeks, a huge jump from his previously lackluster figures though still well shy of Hillary Clinton's money machine. Trump also appeared to be moving closer to choosing a vice presidential running mate Wednesday, though two senators who had been under consideration said, "No, thanks."

Running mates, running out: Trump’s options dwindle as two vice-presidential contenders withdraw

Republican Donald Trump's list of potential vice-presidential running mates dwindled on Wednesday when two prominent US senators withdrew from consideration. The moves by Bob Corker of Tennessee and Joni Ernst of Iowa could complicate Trump's efforts to rally establishment Republicans behind his presidential bid.

Joni Ernst’s big RNC moment likely won’t be as VP

Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst may just be the belle of the Republican National Convention ball, but it's not likely to be as Donald Trump's running mate. Ernst, who in 2014 wrote her ticket to Washington in part with an ad referencing pig castration, recently told the presumptive Republican candidate she's very focused on Iowa and its role in the upcoming election as a potential swing state.

Cory Gardner to campaign with Darryl Glenn for Colorado GOP unity tour

Colorado Sen. Cory Gardner will headline a unity tour Saturday to promote Darryl Glenn as the Republican Party's candidate for U.S. Senate. The six-city tour is Gardner's first foray into the contest to defeat his colleague Michael Bennet after sitting on the sidelines for the bruising GOP primary that ended June 28 with Glenn's runaway win against four rivals.

Trump takes in $51 million, takes potential VP’s on tour

Celebrating new success in fundraising, Donald Trump says he took in $51 million for his campaign and allied Republicans in recent weeks, a huge jump from his previously lackluster figures though still well shy of Hillary Clinton's money machine. Trump also appeared to be moving closer to choosing a vice presidential running mate Wednesday, though two senators who had been under consideration said, "No, thanks."

Corker Votes To Advance Legislation Deterring Sanctuary Cities

Senator Bob Corker issued the following statement Wednesday after voting to advance the Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act and the Establishing Mandatory Minimums for Illegal Reentry Act , which is known as "Kate's Law." The two bills would withhold certain federal funds from cities and counties that prevent local law enforcement officials from cooperating with federal immigration authorities and impose mandatory prison terms for illegal immigrants convicted of major felonies or who have been deported but repeatedly enter the country illegally, respectively.

GOP to investigate FBI decision on Clinton emails

Angry House Republicans are announcing plans to investigate FBI Director James Comey's decision against pressing criminal charges for Hillary Clinton over her handling of classified emails. House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., said Comey's decision defies explanation and leaves many questions unanswered.

Dems, GOP Seem on Collision Course Over Gun, Terror Bills

House Democrats and Republicans seem just as destined for an election-season clash over guns as they did before a Democratic sit-in on the chamber's floor ushered in lawmakers' July 4 recess two weeks ago. Nearly a month after the Orlando mass-shooting catapulted the issue back onto the nation's radar, the two parties were meeting separately Wednesday to map strategy.

No charges recommended in Clinton email probe, FBI says

The FBI won't recommend criminal charges against Hillary Clinton for her use of a private email server while secretary of state, agency Director James Comey said Tuesday, lifting a major legal threat to her presidential campaign. But Comey called her actions "extremely careless" and faulted the agency she led for a lackadaisical approach to handling classified material.

FBI director’s Clinton comment gives ammunition to Nevada Republicans

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a union rally in front of the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on, Oct. 12,2015. Follow @jlscheid Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a union rally in front of the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on, Oct. 12,2015.