2016 Presidential Campaign Blog

Rally and Watch Party with Ted Cruz at the North Idaho Fairgrounds in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on Saturday, March 5, 2016

Rally and Watch Party with Ted Cruz at the North Idaho Fairgrounds in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on Saturday, March 5, 2016

When:
Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM (PST)

Where:
Jacklin Event Building 25
North Idaho Fairgrounds
4056 N. Government Way
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815

Hosted By:
Cruz for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/north-idaho-rally-and-watch-party-with-ted-cruz-tickets-22540466141

Event Details:

Join Senator Ted Cruz as he rallies North Idaho and watch initial election returns! RSVP is requested, but not requird. Idaho will vote on Tuesday, March 8 of this year.

John Kasich Battleground Ohio Rally with Special Guest Arnold Schwarzenegger in Columbus on Sunday, March 6, 2016

Gov. John Kasich Battleground Ohio Rally with Special Guest Arnold Schwarzenegger in Columbus on Sunday, March 6, 2016

When:
Sunday, March 6, 2016 from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM (EST)

Where:
The Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens - The Wells Barn
1777 East Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43203

Hosted By:
Kasich for America

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/gov-kasich-battleground-ohio-rally-w-special-guest-arnold-schwarzenegger-tickets-22543095004

Event Details:

Please join Ohio Gov. John Kasich and special guest Arnold Schwarzenegger for a rally at the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, The Wells Barn in Columbus.

Thank you!

Doors Open: 2:00pm
Program Begins: 2:30pm

President Bill Clinton to Get Out the Vote for Hillary Clinton in Louisiana on March 3-4, 2016

President Bill Clinton to Get Out the Vote for Hillary Clinton in Louisiana on March 3-4, 2016
 
On Thursday, March 3, and Friday, March 4, days before the Louisiana primary, President Bill Clinton will get out the vote for Hillary Clinton. President Clinton will hold an evening organizing event in Baton Rouge on Thursday and a morning organizing event in New Orleans on Friday, where he will discuss why Hillary Clinton is the best candidate to deliver results and break down barriers for underserved communities and raise incomes for families as President.
 
The events are free and open to the public.
 
Members of the public who wish to attend the Baton Rouge event can RSVP here: https://www.hillaryclinton.com/events/view/2034242/.
 
Members of the public who wish to attend the New Orleans event can RSVP here: https://www.hillaryclinton.com/events/view/2034369/.
 
PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON GOTV EVENT IN BATON ROUGE
 
WHEN:
TODAY, Thursday, March 3; 6:00 PM CST
Doors open at 5:00 PM CST
 
WHERE:
LiUNA Local 99
1233 Government St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
 
PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON GOTV EVENT IN NEW ORLEANS
 
WHEN:
Friday, March 4; 10:30 AM CST
Doors open at 9:30 AM CST
 
WHERE:
Ashe Power House Theater
1731 Baronne St.
New Orleans, LA 70113

Bernie Sanders Returns to Illinois on Friday, March 4, 2016

Bernie Sanders Returns to Illinois on Friday, March 4, 2016

BURLINGTON, Vt. -- U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders on Friday will travel to Illinois. The Democratic Party presidential candidate will host a rally in Edwardsville. Sanders will discuss a wide range of issues, including getting big money out of politics, his plan to make public colleges and universities tuition-free, combating climate change and ensuring universal health care.

Friday, March 4

Doors open at 8 a.m. A Future to Believe In Edwardsville Rally, A. Vadalabene Center, Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville, 1 Circle Drive, Edwardsville

Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Admission is first come, first served.

For security reasons, please do not bring bags and limit what you bring to small, personal items like keys and cell phones. Weapons, sharp objects, chairs, and signs or banners on sticks will not be allowed through security. Parking is free on surrounding campus lots. Please follow signs for available space.

https://go.berniesanders.com/page/event/detail/rally/4g8hs

Marco Rubio And Gov. Susana Martinez To Rally In Jacksonville, Florida on Saturday, March 5, 2016

Marco Rubio And Gov. Susana Martinez To Rally In Jacksonville, Florida on Saturday, March 5, 2016

“Marco Rubio is a compelling leader who can unite the country around conservative principles that will improve the lives of all Americans. The stakes for our great country are too high -- and the differences between the candidates too great -- for me to remain neutral in this race. I wholeheartedly trust Marco to keep us safe and ensure a better tomorrow, and I look forward to campaigning with him later this week."
- Gov. Susana Martinez

On Saturday, March 5, New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez will join Marco Rubio to rally with Florida supporters in Jacksonville.

Event Details:

Saturday, March 5, 2016

Jacksonville Rally With Marco And Special Guest Gov. Susana Martinez

When: 2:30pm ET, March 5, 2016. Doors open at 1:30pm ET.

Where: Morocco Shrine Auditorium, 3800 St. Johns Bluff Road, South Jacksonville, FL 32224

Ted Cruz Announces Addition of Former Jeb Bush Finance Team Members

Ted Cruz Announces Addition of Former Jeb Bush Finance Team Members

HOUSTON, Texas – Presidential candidate Ted Cruz today announced eight former national finance committee members of the Jeb Bush presidential campaign have joined the Cruz for President National Finance Committee. Yesterday, the campaign announced it shattered its fundraising goals with more than $66 million raised to date, and had it’s biggest fundraising month since launching, with nearly $12 million raised in the month of February. To date, the Cruz campaign has earned 225,000 donations, with an average of $52 per donation.
 
“I am excited to welcome this outstanding new group to our finance team,” said Cruz. “They arrive at a pivotal time for our campaign, as the field is winnowing down to a two-person race. I am honored to have such an impressive committee. It is yet another sign that conservatives are coalescing behind our campaign.”
 
The following are the new members of the Cruz national finance team:
 
Paul Dickerson – Houston, TX
Boyden Gray – Washington, DC
Charles Foster – Houston, TX
Reginald J. Brown – Washington, DC
Paula and Jim Henry – Midland, TX
Nancy and Randy Best – Dallas, TX

Maine State Senator Tom Saviello Endorses John Kasich for President

Maine State Senator Tom Saviello Endorses John Kasich for President
 
Today, Maine State Senator Tom Saviello (R- Wilton) announced his endorsement of Gov. John Kasich's presidential campaign.  
 
Said Saviello, "John Kasich is a leader who we can trust to bring people together and make bold decisions that will improve the economy and promote opportunity for the American people. I am proud to stand behind him and support his campaign to be our president."
 
Tom Saviello is serving his third term as a state senator for the 17th district in Maine. He was previously the state co-chair for Dr. Ben Carson's presidential campaign.
 
Said Kasich, “We are happy to have Senator Saviello on the team. I am thankful for his endorsement as we spread a positive message for commonsense conservative solutions across Maine."

Ted Cruz Visits Maine, Louisiana, Kansas, and Idaho on March 4-5, 2016

Ted Cruz Visits Maine, Louisiana, Kansas, and Idaho on March 4-5, 2016
 
HOUSTON, Texas – On Friday and Saturday, presidential candidate Ted Cruz will hold events in Maine, Louisiana, Kansas, and Idaho. Details for events are below and may be subject to updates.
 
Thursday, March 3
 
9:00 p.m. - Detroit, Michigan
Fox News Debate
 
Friday, March 4
 
10:30 a.m. - Bangor, Maine
Rally with Ted Cruz
University of Maine
Orono, ME 04469
 
3:10 p.m. - National Harbor, Maryland
Cruz to attend College Republicans event
Walrus Oyster and Ale House
152 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
 
4:10 p.m. - National Harbor, Maryland
Cruz to address CPAC 2016 Convention
Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center  
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
 
8:15 p.m. - Mandeville, Louisiana
Rally with Ted Cruz, Tony Perkins, and Phil Robertson
The Castine Center
63350 Pelican Drive
Mandeville, LA 70448
 
Saturday, March 5
 
10:00 a.m. - Wichita, Kansas
Rally with Ted Cruz
Convention Hall at Century II
225 W Douglas Avenue
Wichita, KS 6720
 
2:00 p.m. - Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Rally and Watch Party with Ted Cruz
North Idaho Fairgrounds, Jacklin Event Building 25
4056 N. Government Way
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815

Rally with Marco Rubio in Boise, Idaho on Sunday, March 6, 2016

Rally with Marco Rubio in Boise, Idaho on Sunday, March 6, 2016

When:
Sunday, March 6, 2016 from 7:30 PM to 8:15 PM (MST)

Where:
Boise, ID

Hosted By:
Marco Rubio for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/boise-rally-with-marco-rubio-tickets-22533307730

Event Details:

Please join Marco Rubio for a Rally on March 6th! Senator Rubio will deliver remarks and share his vision for A New American Century. DOORS OPEN at 6:30 PM and the EVENT BEGINS at 7:30 PM.

Look for a venue announcement coming soon!

Each guest is required to RSVP for ALL Marco Rubio for President Events, including all adults over age 12. Each attendee must complete registration separately. If you are unable to RSVP via Eventbrite, onsite registration will be available (pending venue capacity) at the door. Actual event start times are subject to change due to scheduling logistics.

Rally with Marco Rubio in Idaho Falls, Idaho on Sunday, March 6, 2016

Rally with Marco Rubio in Idaho Falls, Idaho on Sunday, March 6, 2016

When:
Sunday, March 6, 2016 from 5:30 PM to 6:15 PM (MST)

Where:
Idaho Falls, ID

Hosted By:
Marco Rubio for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/idaho-falls-rally-with-marco-rubio-tickets-22534731990

Event Details:

Please join Marco Rubio for a Rally on March 6th! Senator Rubio will deliver remarks and share his vision for A New American Century. DOORS OPEN at 4:30 PM and the EVENT BEGINS at 5:30 PM.

Look for a venue announcement coming soon!

Each guest is required to RSVP for ALL Marco Rubio for President Events, including all adults over age 12. Each attendee must complete registration separately. If you are unable to RSVP via Eventbrite, onsite registration will be available (pending venue capacity) at the door. Actual event start times are subject to change due to scheduling logistics.