Opinion

The RNC’s Legally Dubious Power Grab Before the GOP Debates

IT’S NOT THEIR JOB

The Republican National Committee is making candidates pledge to support the nominee. And news networks are facilitating a possibly illegal demand.

Andy Craig
Andy Craig
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A photo illustration showing a person with their hand on their chest for a pledge of allegiance next to a Republican pin.
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