Clinton on brink of Dem nomination; Trump strengthens path

Clinton on brink of Dem nomination; Trump strengthens path

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hillary Clinton emerged from New York's presidential primary closer to clinching the Democratic nomination and becoming the first woman to reach that milestone. Republican Donald Trump strengthened his own path to the general election with a commanding victory, but has little room for error in the states ahead.

The front-runners now hope to replicate their strong showings in New York in the cluster of Northeastern states next up on the primary calendar. Clinton was scheduled to spend Wednesday campaigning in Pennsylvania, while Trump had a rally planned in Maryland, as well as Indiana.

Economy, Wall Street dominate issues as NY votes
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Economy, Wall Street dominate issues as NY votes

Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — As New York voters headed to the polls Tuesday, Democrats were more likely than Republicans to say they have been energized by the primary battles within their parties.

A majority of GOP voters say the candidate with the most votes going into the convention should be the party's presidential nominee. And many voters from both parties say they're concerned about the economy and Wall Street.

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