Trump delivers dark vision of America while branding himself the law and order candidate

Donald Trump delivered a dark vision of an America under siege Thursday, branding himself the law-and-order candidate in a lengthy speech laden with references to terror and violence in the streets. Speaking on the last night of a convention unlike any in decades, Trump described a country on the brink of anarchy, one beset by ISIL and immigrant hordes, with an economy crumbling under the weight of crooked free-trade deals.

Revolt on the Left: Liberals press Clinton not to pick Kaine for VP. …

Liberal Democrats are launching an eleventh-hour campaign against Sen. Tim Kaine joining Hillary Clinton's presidential ticket. The advocates say Kaine, a moderate who's risen to the top of the VP shortlist, should be disregarded both for his positions on trade and for joining an effort this week to deregulate some of the nation's largest banks.

From the GOP, the unconscionable coronation of a clown

The first time I contemplated a Donald Trump presidency, after he won the first debate on browbeating tactics and crass antics, I joked: He could be our first Chusma -in-Chief! It's no longer a joke. The coronation of a gruff reality star whose demeanor fluctuates from clown to bully is now part of American history.

The Bushes: A very obvious void at Trump’s coronation

In this Aug. 29, 2012 file photo, a video of former President George W. Bush is shown during the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla. Amid the balloons and parties, speeches and spectacle, one faction of the Republican Party was invisible at the national convention in Cleveland: the Bush family network.

Letters: Why keep promises you disagree with?

Re: "Thunderous boos for Cruz for refusing to endorse Trump" [News, July 21]: With reference to Ted Cruz not endorsing Trump, the main question is this: Is there anything Trump could have said or done after Cruz's promise to endorse that would ethically allow Cruz to withdraw his promise? If Trumps insulting Cruz's family is not enough, what if Trump said something even bombastic for him? Or what if there was a scandal of some sort involving him? At what point do we stop saying the pedantic phrase "A promise is a promise"? Promises are predicated on those involved behaving in a way that is rational and moral to a reasonable person.

Realistic immigration reform not found in Republican platform

Those looking for reasonable solutions to the nation's fractured immigration system won't find them in the Republican Party. Under the banner of "Make America Safe Again," this year's Republican National Convention highlighted and gave prominence to a populist, more knee-jerk approach to immigration that is not only harmful but counter to what actually makes America great.

Nice city hall puts up names of 84 truck attack victims

Joggers, cyclists and sun-seekers are back on Nice's famed Riviera coast, a further sig... Patrol car video publicly released Thursday shows a white Austin, Texas, police officer violently throwing a black woman to the ground during a traffic stop, followed by another white officer telling her black... Patrol car video publicly released Thursday shows a white Austin, Texas, police officer violently throwing a black woman to the ground during a traffic stop, followed by another white officer telling her black people have... Cleveland has breathed a sigh of relief as the Republican convention concluded with about two dozen arrests over four days thanks to a massive police presence and protesters' own concerns for their safety.

Twitter reaction to Trump acceptance speech

The following is a selection of reaction on Twitter to New York billionaire Donald Trump's speech on Thursday accepting the Republican Party nomination for president: Bernie Sanders, former candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination @BernieSanders Trump: "I alone can fix this." Is this guy running for president or dictator? Laura Ingraham, conservative host of the Laura Ingraham Show @IngrahamAngle This is @realDonaldTrump broadening the base of the GOP.

Alaska GOP chair: Cruz speech a ‘petulant’ misfire

Sen. Ted Cruz addresses the Republican convention on Wednesday -A A' without endorsing Donald Trump. The Alaska Republican party chairman says he would be surprised if Texas Sen. Ted Cruz could be a serious future presidential contender following a GOP national convention speech in which Cruz failed to endorse the party's presidential nominee, Donald Trump.

AP Sources: Kaine emerges as favourite in Clinton’s VP search

Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine has emerged as the leading contender to join the Democratic ticket as Hillary Clinton's running mate, according to two Democrats, who both cautioned that Clinton has not made a final decision and could yet change directions. The announcement of Clinton's pick could come as early as Friday afternoon in Florida, a crucial general election battleground state.

Who is Ivanka Trump? Fashion designer, trusted adviser

Donald Trump may be running for president this year, but there are already signs being waved at the Republican convention for another Trump run: Ivanka Trump 2024. Who is Ivanka Trump? Fashion designer, trusted adviser Donald Trump may be running for president this year, but there are already signs being waved at the Republican convention for another Trump run: Ivanka Trump 2024.

Cruz may be down, but he is not out as a favorite of the pro-Israel right

Ted Cruz speaking at the Zionist Organization of America's 2014 gala in New York City. Photo is screenshot from YouTube Wednesday night's gripping tale of a dramatic, sudden repudiation of Texas Sen. Ted Cruz by Sheldon Adelson, the major pro-Israel philanthropist and Republican donor, seems a little less consequential in the light of Thursday morning, according to folks who are close with Adelson and his wife, Miriam.

What Cruz-Out-of-Control Says About Trump’s Convention

Register to become a member today. You'll get the essential information you need to do your job better, including Sen. Ted Cruz, R-TX, waves to the crowd as he walks on stage to deliver his much talked-about speech on the third day of the Republican National Convention on July 20, 2016 at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland.