The Issues | Republican Presidential Debate

  • Debate Prep: How to fix America’s taxes

    How do the 2016 Republican Presidential candidates intend to fix the tax system in the United States? CNBC’s John Harwood takes a look at some of the most vocal candidates’ ideas on the issue.

  • Debate Prep: What’s the GOP's plan for social security?

    Where do the 2016 Republican Presidential candidates stand on America’s social security system? CNBC’s John Harwood takes a look at the most vocal candidates' positions on the issue.

  • Debate Prep: Who would force a government shutdown?

    Which of the 2016 Republican Presidential candidates would risk shutting down the government in order to achieve his or her goals? CNBC’s John Harwood takes a look at some of the most vocal candidates' positions on the issue.

  • Debate Prep: Marijuana in America

    The 2016 Republican Presidential candidates are divided on the issue of marijuana use in the United States. CNBC’s John Harwood takes a look at the split among the party’s presidential hopefuls.

  • Remember when the candidates said THIS?

    CNBC brings you a compilation of the absolute best moments from John Harwood's Speakeasy interviews with today's presidential candidates and political leaders. Hear from Donald Trump, Ben Carson, and more.

Moderators

  • Carl Quintanilla

    Carl Quintanilla is co-anchor of CNBC's "Squawk on the Street" and "Money Movers"

  • Becky Quick

    Becky Quick is co-anchor of "Squawk Box" (M-F, 6AM-9AM ET).

  • John Harwood

    John Harwood was Editor at Large for CNBC covering Washington and hosted the CNBC Digital original video series "Speakeasy with John Harwood."