Trump's Wins Have Republicans Moving From Denial to Acceptance

  • Lawmakers are beginning to offer advice to likely nominee
  • Many still worry Trump will damage congressional candidates

The flag waves in front of the U.S. Capitol on Dec. 19, 2011, in Washington.

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When it comes to Donald Trump, Republicans in Congress are past denial and anger. Some haven’t quite given up on bargaining, still dreaming of a contested convention.

But after Trump’s dominance in Tuesday’s five-state presidential primaries, most are moving through depression toward acceptance.