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Will Donald Trump Face a Convention Coup?

Donald Trump is reportedly on the verge of choosing a running mate, with Mike Pence, Newt Gingrich and Chris Christie supposedly all among the finalists. What is not in doubt is political chaos next week when the Republicans convene in Cleveland.

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By Warren Olney • Jul 13, 2016 • 32m Listen

Donald Trump is reportedly on the verge of choosing a running mate, with Mike Pence, Newt Gingrich and Chris Christie supposedly all among the finalists. What is not in doubt is political chaos next week when the Republicans convene in Cleveland.

With only days left ‘til the convention in Cleveland, so-called “rogue” delegates want to change the rules so they can vote for somebody else. Most big-name Republicans won’t even be there and veterans of past conventions are stunned by the lack of planning.

But Trump supporters say it’s time for a change. They’ll welcome disorder--if it leads to what they care about most: defeating Hillary Clinton

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Reid Epstein

    Politico

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    Douglas Heye

    Harvard Institute of Politics

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    Lisa De Pasquale

    conservative journalist and autho

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