Ted Cruz’s Refusal to Endorse Trump: ‘That Took a Lot of Cojones’
Was the Texas senator’s bold move at the Republican National Convention a principled stand, or a mistake?
Conventions 2016
The Atlantic's coverage of the Republican and Democratic nominations for the U.S. presidential election
Ted Cruz Steals the Show
It was supposed to be Indiana Governor Mike Pence's big night—but all eyes were on the unrepentant Texas senator, instead.
The Mike Pence Hoosiers Know
As the governor steps out on the national stage, Indiana delegates recall a devoted friend, who has grown into his role as an executive.
Will Ted Cruz Flip-Flop on Donald Trump?
Late in the U.S. Republican primary, the Texas senator denounced his then-rival in strong moral terms. He may not hold his ground during the convention.
The Armed Citizens of the Republican Convention
For some, it's about protecting police. For others, it's about keeping protesters safe.
The RNC Turns Into the Start of the 2020 Campaign
The long odds facing Donald Trump have ambitious Republican politicians already jockeying for position in the next presidential race.
The Art of the Republican National Convention
Artists brought their work to the streets of Cleveland—from portraits to cosplay to sex dolls—taking advantage of the crowds.
America's Next Chief Executive?
The Constitution assigns executive authority to the president—but a President Trump would hand it off to Mike Pence.