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.

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.…