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June 20, 2024 at 6:37 PM
Why RFK Jr. didn't qualify for the first presidential debate
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. came up short of qualifying for the first general election debate.
June 20, 2024 at 6:37 PM
June 20, 2024 at 4:30 PM
RFK Jr. pushes 'bonkers' theory about CIA's 'takeover of the American press'
Conspiracy theories pushed by Robert Kennedy Jr. claiming that major U.S. media outlets are controlled by the CIA are "classic techniques of propaganda," an expert says.
June 20, 2024 at 4:30 PM
June 20, 2024 at 1:17 PM
RFK Jr. fails to qualify for CNN debate
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fell short of meeting debate polling requirements before the deadline.
June 20, 2024 at 1:17 PM
June 20, 2024 at 11:26 AM
Will RFK Jr. qualify for the June presidential debate?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would be the first independent or third-party candidate to qualify for a general election debate since 1992.
June 20, 2024 at 11:26 AM
1 month ago
Trump says he 'would have absolutely gotten' Libertarian nomination if he ran
Donald Trump said Sunday that, following an appearance at the Libertarian Party convention, he could not have been nominated by the party.
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Trump, RFK Jr. in split-screen showdown at Libertarian National Convention
A split-screen showdown between Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will occur this weekend at the Libertarian National Convention.
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Could RFK Jr., Libertarian Party team up? How it could be a game-changer for him
Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is set to speak Friday at the Libertarian Party's national convention. The party has ballot access in at least 37 states.
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Who is Nicole Shanahan, RFK Jr.'s running mate?
Nicole Shanahan is a 38-year-old lawyer and tech entrepreneur in the Bay Area.
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As RFK Jr. seeks spot on debate stage, a look at the last independent to make it
Three decades after Perot participated in three presidential debates, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. hopes to get on the debate stage, too.
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2 months ago
After trying week, RFK Jr. brings Shanahan on campaign trail for rare appearance
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spent a week dogged by self-damaging rhetoric, but had good ballot access news this week.
2 months ago
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RFK Jr. claims doctor said parasite 'ate' part of his brain
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign on Wednesday is commenting on a New York Times report mentioning his claim that a worm was found in his brain more than a decade ago.
2 months ago
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says poll shows he could beat Trump
In this installment of the 538 Politics podcast, we ask if a new poll from the Robert F. Kennedy Jr. campaign is a good or bad use of polling.
2 months ago
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RFK Jr. contractor arrested for allegedly assaulting woman in New York
A key figure in Robert F. Kennedy Jr's effort to make the ballot in all 50 states was arrested Saturday in New York City for allegedly striking a woman.
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RFK Jr.'s running mate, Nicole Shanahan, remains in the shadows
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s running mate Nicole Shanahan has been almost completely absent on the campaign trail.
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3 months ago
RFK Jr. says he has ruled out Libertarian run for president
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ruled out a run as a Libertarian candidate to assist in his efforts to get on the ballots in all 50 states.
3 months ago
3 months ago
RFK Jr. consultant terminated after saying voting for him helps 'get rid of Biden'
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign ended its contract with a consultant seen on video encouraging people to vote for him to get "rid of Biden" even if it helps Trump
3 months ago
3 months ago
RFK Jr. says he 'made a mistake' after Jan. 6 comments
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Friday he is still “listening” to arguments about the riots at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, to try to “hear every side.”
3 months ago
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RFK Jr. suggests Biden is ‘much worse threat to democracy’ than Trump
RFK Jr. on Tuesday doubled down on his suggestion that Biden is a greater threat to democracy than Trump
3 months ago
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RFK Jr.'s ability to sway 2024 election depends on ballot access: Where he stands
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. rejected that he selected lawyer Nicole Shanahan as his running mate because she is wealthy enough to help fund his effort to access states' ballot.
3 months ago
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Tulsi Gabbard turned down RFK Jr.'s offer to be his running mate, she says
Tulsi Gabbard declined an offer to be Robert F. Kennedy Jr's running mate in his independent presidential bid, she tells ABC News
3 months ago
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RFK Jr.'s sister Rory is 'concerned' his presidential bid could help Trump over Biden
RFK Jr.'s sister Rory Kennedy said that his bid for the White House makes her "very concerned" about the likelihood it could prompt a Trump victory over Biden
3 months ago
3 months ago
RFK Jr. names lawyer Nicole Shanahan as his running mate
The independent candidate announced his choice at an event in Oakland.
3 months ago
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RFK Jr. to announce running mate after process full of speculation
RFK Jr. will unveil his running mate Tuesday in Oakland.
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Will RFK Jr. and third-party contenders even make the ballot in November?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and third-party candidates face a difficult road to qualifying for the ballot in November.
3 months ago
4 months ago
RFK Jr. praises Aaron Rodgers as quarterback denies sharing Sandy Hook conspiracy
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. likes that Aaron Rodgers, whom he is eyeing to be his running mate, is a "critical thinker" and is "battle tested," he said
4 months ago
4 months ago
Closer look at RFK's campaign as he teases running mate: Eclectic donors, Dem attacks
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent presidential campaign is approaching several key milestones as Democratic scrutiny of him ramps up
4 months ago
4 months ago
Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. mulls over running mate choice
Kennedy says New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers and former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura lead the pack of potential Vice President candidates. Kennedy will announce his selection March 26th.
4 months ago