Trump, GOP rivals tangle in crucial Miami debate

Trump, GOP rivals tangle in crucial Miami debate

MIAMI (AP) — Donald Trump opened Thursday's Republican president debate with a none-too-subtle message for GOP forces to unite behind his candidacy, saying, "The Republican establishment should embrace what's happening." Trump announced that one-time foe Ben Carson would endorse him on Friday.

At least in the debate's early going, unlike previous face-offs, the candidates were on their best behavior, sticking to policy and avoiding personal attacks.

Trump rally goer charged with hitting black attendee
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Trump rally goer charged with hitting black attendee

Associated Press

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — A white Donald Trump rally attendee was charged with assault Thursday after he was caught on video hitting a black man being escorted by deputies from the venue, authorities said.

A news release from the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office said John Franklin McGraw, 78, of Linden, was charged with assault and disorderly conduct after the rally for the Republican presidential front-runner Wednesday in Fayetteville.

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