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Republican lawmakers rally behind former President Trump, denouncing his conviction as politically motivated. Deep partisan divide evident.

The donors who already pledged their support include casino billionaire Miriam Adelson, hotelier Robert Bigelow, former ambassador Don Tapia, and Shaun Maguire. News of Trump's conviction on 34 felony charges sent shock among GOP leaders and Republican candidates, who largely aligned themselves with the former president.

Mitch McConnell's silence on Trump's guilty verdict raises questions about Republican leadership dynamics.

Floridian positioned himself as a bolder, more conservative alternative to rivals

The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.

Republican Senator Rick Scott announces bid for Senate leader post McConnell's retirement, stirring party dynamics.

Democrats had forced vote to try to prove argument that Republicans are not serious about situation at US-Mexico border

Florida Sen. Rick Scott enters competitive race for Senate GOP leader, facing off against Thune and Cornyn in a bid to succeed McConnell.

Florida's Rick Scott, who is up for reelections this year, said he would run to be the Republican leader of the Senate in the next Congress.

Biden and Trump campaigns continue to trade barbs over accusations candidates are senile

GOP and Democrat senators are colliding when it comes to increasing spending in parity for both defense and nondefense programs.