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A protester in front of Sen. Marco Rubio's Doral, Fla., office in 2013 urges Rubio to stop opposing the inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender families in the Senate's immigration bill.

As Country Changes, Rubio And Republicans Try To Adjust

12:10pm April 14, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

On gay rights and immigration, Republicans running for president, like Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, are trying to navigate a tricky course between their party and the country at-large.

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Rubio's Path To The Nomination, And 3 Obstacles In His Way

7:09am April 14, 2015

by Mara Liasson

The junior Republican senator from Florida is expected to jump into the race for the presidency Monday. He has some strengths — but also some hurdles to overcome.

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Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., has to figure out how he stands out in what's likely to be a crowded Republican primary.

Rubio 'Very Confident' He's Ready To Be President On 'Day No. 1'

10:39pm April 13, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

The Florida senator could be the youngest Republican in the presidential field, but he is fully confident he has the experience to lead.

Rand Paul, seen here in New Hampshire on Wednesday, told CNN he needs to "get better at holding my tongue and holding my temper."

3 Times Rand Paul Got 'Testy' This Week

11:57am April 10, 2015

by Amita Kelly

Days into his campaign, Paul is pouncing on the mainstream media and Democrats, though he insists his short temper is "pretty equal opportunity."

Ron Paul doesn't figure to be a major part of his son Rand's presidential campaign â despite Ron's having run in the last two presidential elections.

Like Father, Like Son? Not Exactly When It Comes To Rand And Ron Paul

11:11am April 08, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

Ron Paul laid the groundwork for his son's political rise. But Rand is making it very clear — this is not his father's campaign.

Sen. Rand Paul Announces 2016 Presidential Run

12:42pm April 07, 2015

by Krishnadev Calamur

The Republican senator from Kentucky is getting a jump on what is likely to be a crowded GOP field in 2016. Polls show him in a three-way tie for third place for his party's nomination.

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky. walks from the stage after speaking during the Conservative Political Action Conference in February.

Can Libertarian Rand Paul Win A Republican Primary?

11:16am April 07, 2015

by Mara Liasson

As Paul embarks on a presidential campaign, he doesn't fit into the mold of either party neatly. Especially on foreign policy, the Kentucky senator faces a challenge.

Opponents of an Arkansas religious objection measure chant outside the Arkansas state Capitol on Wednesday.

Fights Over 'Religious Freedom' And Gay Rights Are Costing Republicans

11:54am April 03, 2015

by Mara Liasson

The party and its leading 2016 contenders are finding themselves between a rock and hard place because of Indiana's and Arkansas' recently amended laws.

Christie's favorability rating lags behind other potential 2016 rivals.

Could Chris Christie Appoint Himself To The U.S. Senate? Yes, He Can

5:20pm April 02, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

The indictment of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., could lead to Chris Christie, R-N.J., appointing a replacement. With Christie's presidential prospects, he might want to consider appointing himself.

Hillary Clinton listens to another panelist during an event at the Center for American Progress, a left-leaning think tank.

Clinton's Email Drama Hasn't Had Much Effect On 2016 Prospects

3:38pm March 30, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

Three weeks after the Democratic front-runner's news conference about her use of private emails as secretary of state, polls continue to show her ahead of GOP contenders.