2016 Presidential Campaign Blog

Marco Rubio To Continue New Hampshire Swing On Thursday and Friday, February 4 and 5, 2016

Marco Rubio To Continue New Hampshire Swing On Thursday and Friday, February 4 and 5, 2016

On Thursday and Friday, February 4 and 5, Marco Rubio will continue campaigning in New Hampshire before the ABC GOP Presidential Debate in Manchester on Saturday. During his time in the Granite State, Marco will share his vision for a New American Century with First In The Nation voters.

Event Details:
Thursday, February 4, 2016
Portsmouth Town Hall With Marco   
When: 8:00am ET, February 4, 2016. Doors open at 7:00am ET.
Where: Frank Jones Center, 400 Route One By-Pass, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Timberland Employee Town Hall   
When: 10:20am ET, February 4, 2016.
Where: 200 Domain Drive, Stratham, NH 03885

Manchester Town Hall With Marco   
When: 12:30pm ET, February 4, 2016. Doors open at 11:30am ET.
Where: New Hampshire Institute of Politics at St. Anselm College, 100 Saint Anselm Drive, Manchester, NH 03102

Salem Town Hall With Marco   
When: 6:00pm ET, February 4, 2016. Doors open at 5:00pm ET.
Where: Mary A. Fisk Elementary School Cafeteria, 14 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079

Friday, February 5, 2016

First In The Nation Debate Countdown Rally With Marco   
When: 6:00pm ET, February 5, 2016. Doors open at 5:00pm ET.
Where: Hood Middle School Cafeteria Gymnasium, 5 Hood Road, Derry, NH 03038

UPDATE: Tonight's event has been moved from the cafeteria to the gymnasium to accommodate expected audience members.

Super Bowl Watch Party with Marco Rubio in Manchester, New Hampshire on Sunday, February 7, 2016

Super Bowl Watch Party with Marco Rubio in Manchester, New Hampshire on Sunday, February 7, 2016

When:
Sunday, February 7, 2016 from 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM (EST)

Where:
Derryfield Country Club
625 Mammoth Road
Manchester, NH 03104

Hosted By:
Marco Rubio for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/super-bowl-watch-party-with-marco-rubio-tickets-21240557078

Event Details:

Please join Marco Rubio for a Super Bowl Watch Party on February 7th! DOORS OPEN at 4:30 PM and the EVENT BEGINS at 5:30 PM.

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.

South Carolina Senator Tim Scott Endorses Marco Rubio For President

South Carolina Senator Tim Scott Endorses Marco Rubio For President

"I am putting my confidence and my trust in Marco Rubio, because I believe that he takes us to that better future. Marco Rubio understands that here in America, it's not about where you start, it's about where you are going.We have one shot in 2016 to beat Hillary Clinton and that shot is Marco Rubio, and with him as our candidate: we win."
-  South Carolina Senator Tim Scott
 
Transcript . . .
I'm Tim Scott. It's a long way from where I grew up to the U.S. Senate. And I believe the best days of our country are ahead of her -- that 2016 may be the most important election.
I am putting my confidence and my trust in Marco Rubio, because I believe that he takes us to that better future. Marco Rubio understands that here in America, it's not about where you start, it's about where you are going.
We have one shot in 2016 to beat Hillary Clinton and that shot is Marco Rubio, and with him as our candidate: we win.
Join me. Vote for Marco Rubio. Let's see the next American century unfold before our eyes. Because with Marco Rubio, America's future is very bright

Marco Rubio Campaign Announces Texas Leadership Team

Marco Rubio Campaign Announces Texas Leadership Team

This morning, the Marco Rubio for President campaign is excited to announce Marco's Texas Leadership Team. Marco's optimistic message and strong organization has prepared him to compete in all 50 states, and today's announcement adds to the growing momentum seen across the country.

"As a former state legislator, Marco Rubio knows firsthand the impact of intrusive federal government regulations, and he has fought hard during his time in the Senate to limit government growth," said State Representative Jason Isaac, one of Marco's Texas co-chairs. "He has the vision, leadership and strong conservative record needed to unite our party, and I truly believe he is the best candidate to limit government, preserve our liberty and unleash America's greatness. I am excited and honored to endorse Marco Rubio for President of the United States."

"Marco Rubio is a next-generation conservative leader who can unite the Republican party, grow the conservative movement, and win in November," said Harris County Treasurer Orlando Sanchez, a member of Marco's Texas Leadership Team. "His personal story is not unlike so many people across Texas, and because of that, he uniquely understands the challenges facing us today, and I believe he has the vision and leadership skills necessary to lead our nation into a New American Century."

"I am proud to join this outstanding team of Texas leaders and look forward to working with them to energize supporters across our state for the March 1 primary," said Carrollton Mayor Matthew Marchant, a member of Marco's Texas Leadership Team. "Marco Rubio understands how to keep our families safe and grow the economy, and I am confident he will ensure we leave behind a better nation than the one we inherited."

"Marco is competing to win in all 50 states, and we are encouraged by the growing support he is receiving across Texas as we approach the March 1 primary," said Micah Johnson, Regional Spokeswoman for Marco Rubio for President. "Marco's optimistic vision for our country resonates with Texans, and the growing momentum behind our campaign is a testament to his strong conservative record and unique ability to unite Republicans and win in November."

Marco's Texas Co-Chairs:
State Representative James Frank
State Representative Larry Gonzales
State Representative Jason Isaac
Former State Representative Linda Harper-Brown
Former State Representative Martha Wong
Marco's Texas Leadership Team:
Representative Myra Crownover - State Representative, Denton County
Dorothy Doehne - Former Vice Chairman, Republican Party of Texas
Peggy Hamric - Former State Representative, Harris County
Beverly Kaufman - Former Harris County Clerk and Former President of the Texas Federation of Republican Women
Judge Jon Lindsay - Former State Senator and Harris County Judge
Mayor Matthew Marchant - Mayor of Carrollton
Dillon Meek - Waco City Council, McLennan County
Trini Mendenhall - Houston Philanthropist, Harris County
Jonathon Neerman - Former Dallas County Republican Party Chairman
Gary Polland - Former Harris County Republican Party Chairman
Orlando Sanchez - Harris County Treasurer
Will Sowell - Frisco City Council and Deputy Mayor Pro Tempore, Collin County
Dianne Thompson - Former President of the National Federation of Republican Woman and the Texas Federation of Republican Women

Marco Rubio Began 2016 With $10.39 Million Cash-On-Hand

Marco Rubio Began 2016 With $10.39 Million Cash-On-Hand  

Today, the Marco Rubio for President campaign announced the campaign's strongest fundraising quarter yet, doubling what was raised in the previous quarter.

Thanks to growing support from across the country looking for a new generation of leadership in Washington, Marco Rubio for President is proud to report raising $14.19 million with $10.39 million cash-on-hand entering 2016.

With over 93,000 donations from all 50 states, and over $5 million raised online this quarter, supporters have given the campaign the resources to run over $8.14 million worth of television advertisements to share Marco's message for a New American Century. Marco has also raised $1 million in the early states since he entered the race.

As momentum continues to grow, the Rubio campaign is the only campaign to have announced state chairman in all 50 states and that the campaign has spent more on television ads than any other candidate.

The Rubio campaign's new FEC report also details how the campaign took 431 Uber rides and spent enough fueling up at Chick-fil-A to have eaten 1,348 nuggets.

Marco Rubio Campaign Releases Full 30-Minute "Town Hall" TV Special

Marco Rubio Campaign Releases Full 30-Minute "Town Hall" TV Special
 
This evening, the Marco Rubio for President Campaign's first 30-minute "Town Hall" TV special aired in Sioux City, Iowa. Tonight and tomorrow, voters across the Hawkeye State get to experience one of Marco's recent town halls from the comfort of their own homes. The TV special offers all Iowans the opportunity to see Marco's vision for the country, and his passion for the issues Iowa caucus-goers care about most.

Iowans will also have the opportunity to interact with Marco during the broadcast by tweeting "#HeyMarco" or get their questions answered by calling or texting a line set up for Iowans.

The ad will run five more times tomorrow on stations across Iowa:
 
Sunday

NBC, KWWL in Cedar Rapids at 10:30am CT
ABC, KGAN in Cedar Rapids at 5:00pm CT
ABC, WOI in Des Moines at 11:00am CT
ABC, WQAD in Davenport at 11:00am CT
FOX, KPTH in Sioux City at 9:00pm CT

Marco Rubio Campaign To Air 30-Minute "Town Hall" TV Special Ahead Of Iowa Caucuses

Marco Rubio Campaign To Air 30-Minute "Town Hall" TV Special Ahead Of Iowa Caucuses

The Marco Rubio for President Campaign will air a 30-minute television special in every market in Iowa this Saturday and Sunday, January 30 and 31.

The television special will present an opportunity for Iowans to see the genuine passion that Marco has shared at town halls all across Iowa. For those in the Hawkeye State who have not been able to make it to one of Marco's events, they will get to experience one of his recent town halls from their own living room.

Along with hearing Marco share his vision for the country, Iowans will have an opportunity to interact with Team Marco during the broadcast. Caucus-goers can tweet "#HeyMarco" to get questions answered about the caucuses along with learning more about Marco. They will also have an opportunity to call-in to a line set up for Iowans to get questions answered.

The spot will be running in media markets throughout Iowa on Saturday and Sunday, January 30 and 31, ahead of Monday's caucuses.

Iowans can watch the special on these stations and times:

Saturday
FOX, KPTH in Sioux City at 5:30pm CT

Sunday
NBC, KWWL in Cedar Rapids at 10:30am CT
ABC, KGAN in Cedar Rapids at 5:00pm CT
ABC, WOI in Des Moines at 11:00am CT
ABC, WQAD in Davenport at 11:00am CT
FOX, KPTH in Sioux City at 9:00pm CT

Town Hall Meeting with Marco Rubio at the Hudson VFW in Hudson, New Hampshire on Sunday, February 7, 2016

Town Hall Meeting with Marco Rubio at the Hudson VFW in Hudson, New Hampshire on Sunday, February 7, 2016

When:
Sunday, February 7, 2016 from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)

Where:
Hudson VFW
15 Bockes Road
Hudson, NH 03051

Hosted By:
Marco Rubio for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/hudson-town-hall-meeting-with-marco-rubio-tickets-21126905142

Event Details:

Please join Marco Rubio for a Town Hall on February 7th! Senator Rubio will deliver remarks and share his vision for A New American Century. DOORS OPEN at 12:30 PM and the EVENT BEGINS at 1:30 PM.

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.

Rally with Marco Rubio at Hood Middle School in Derry, New Hampshire on Friday, February 5, 2016

Rally with Marco Rubio at Hood Middle School in Derry, New Hampshire on Friday, February 5, 2016

When:
Friday, February 5, 2016 from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM (EST)

Where:
Hood Middle School Cafeteria
5 Hood Road
Derry, NH 03038

Hosted By:
Marco Rubio for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/derry-rally-with-marco-rubio-tickets-21126770740

Event Details:

Please join Marco Rubio for a Rally on February 5th! 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.

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.

What They Are Saying About Marco Rubio at the Fox News Republican Debate in Des Moines, Iowa

Marco Shined

Marco showed tonight why Democrats fear him most. With his optimistic message and vision for the country, Marco not only won the debate, he absolutely dominated.
 
Dana Bash: Rubio Shined
 
Marc Thiessen: Marco Rubio Won It
 
The Resurgent's Erick Erickson said Rubio was the intentional winner of the debate for his substance and clarity. “The intentional winner of the Fox News debate was Marco Rubio. He had a really good debate. He was substantive and sharp, clear and polished. He came across as likable. He came across as someone who knows foreign policy.”

National Review said that Rubio helped himself the most of any candidate in the debate. “Amongst the leaders, Rubio performed the best and probably helped himself the most. He’s very good at turning questions back to attacks on Hillary…”

ABC News' Rick Klein say Marco had a 'strong night talking foreign policy.' "Trump's absence opened up room for Marco Rubio to have a strong night talking foreign policy, particularly as he contrasted his record with the others senators on stage."

The Daily Caller called Rubio smooth and substantive.. “Like always, Rubio was smooth, passionate and often substantive, but most importantly he came across as likeable. His likeability factor stood in stark contrast to the debate’s main loser, Ted Cruz.”

National Journal said Rubio’s strong debate performance proved that he's the consensus candidate for the GOP. “But with a dis­cip­lined de­liv­ery, bite-sized testi­mo­ni­als of his Chris­ti­an faith, and an ar­tic­u­la­tion of a mus­cu­lar for­eign policy vis­ion that matches the angst of voters, he found him­self well-po­si­tioned for a strong fin­ish in the Iowa caucuses. In the fi­nal GOP de­bate be­fore Iowa voters cast their bal­lots, Ru­bio proved he’s a con­sensus can­did­ate in a splintered party whose lead­ers are des­per­ately look­ing for any kind of unity.”

Bloomberg reported Rubio’s debate performance was confident and smooth. “Confident and, yes, charming, occupying a groove that allowed him to bring segments of his clever stump speech to a wide TV audience—both the appealing conversational elements and the more rigid talking points. Smoothly wove recent news developments and mentions of his faith into his presentation.”

The International Business Times praised Rubio for commanding the stage during the debate. “Marco Rubio filled the hole left by the businessman's characteristic bombast, and instead commanded the stage with powerful rhetoric about how to defeat extremist groups and side-stepping attacks."

The Reno-Gazette Journal talked to voters and experts who thought Rubio bested Ted Cruz in the debate. “Kim Bacchus, campaign chair for the Washoe Republican Women, said it appeared Rubio bested Cruz."