Breaking News: Republicans couldn’t avoid Trump in first debate, but tussled over issues

View in browser | nytimes.com   BREAKING NEWS In their first debate, Republican presidential candidates struggled to stand out and clashed over Ukraine, abortion and the absent front-runner Donald Trump. Wednesday, August 23, 2023 11:28 PM ET Perhaps the most dramatic moment came when candidates were asked who would support Mr. Trump if he is convicted but still nominated. Read more   ADVERTISEMENT You received this email because you signed up for NYTimes.com's Breaking News Alerts. To stop receiving Breaking News Alerts, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from the Times, manage your email preferences. Subscribe to the Times Get the NYT app Change Your Email Privacy Policy Contact Advertise California Notice The New York Times Company, 620 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY 10018