California Republican Party convention

Carly Fiorina, Sen. Ted Cruz’s would-be running mate, waves after making a keynote speech at the California Republican Party convention in Burlingame on Saturday.

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April 30, 2016 2:32 PM PT

Carly Fiorina speaks at the California Republican Party’s convention as a sign language interpreter translates.

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Carly Fiorina at the California Republican Party’s convention in Burlingame.

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Presidential candidate Ted Cruz greets supporters before a scheduled address at the California Republican Party convention.

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Texas Sen. Ted Cruz takes the convention stage.

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Cruz supporters Earl and Judy DeVries of Ontario.

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Ted Cruz greets fans after speaking at the California Republican Party convention.

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Ted Cruz speaks briefly with his California campaign leadership.

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Elsie Gufle, wears a jeweled handbag featuring the American flag at the California Republican Party convention on Saturday.

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People angle for photos of Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz after his speech at the California Republican Party convention.

(Jay L. Clendenin / Los Angeles Times)