GOP adopts slow-down strategy to stifle inquiry | TheHill By Trump
October 9, 2019
Republicans in Congress are coalescing around a slow-down strategy designed to stifle the Democrats’ impeachment investigation into President TrumpDonald John TrumpPelosi hits back at Trump over letter: 'Only the latest attempt to cover up his betrayal of our democracy' Trump directed Perry, State Dept. officials to talk to Giuliani on Ukraine: report Murkowski warns against… […]
Now the real battle for the Democratic nomination begins By Trump
November 4, 2019
DES MOINES —The Iowa Democratic Party’s rowdy fall fundraising dinner has a storied spot on the presidential campaign calendar.The event, which took place here Friday night, marks the moment when the race turns into its final stretch before voting actually begins, and the dinner can be counted on to draw the single biggest Democratic gathering… […]
‘Start Here’: London attack and White House won’t participate in impeachment hearing By Trump
December 2, 2019
It's Monday, Dec. 2, 2019. Let's start here. 1. London terror Police in London say the suspect accused of killing two and injuring three others in a stabbing attack near London Bridge on Friday was a convicted terrorist who was released in 2018. Police shot and killed Usman Khan after bystanders subdued him using a… […]
Donald Trump Has Claimed Multiple Times That He’s the Victim of an Attempted Coup By Trump
October 3, 2019
The latest inflammatory tweet by President Donald Trump claiming that the impeachment process against him was a coup is at least the ninth time he has suggested that he is the victim of an attempted overthrow.Trump's new coup tweet came a day after he wrote another incendiary Twitter post quoting an evangelical pastor who predicted… […]
Trump’s tariffs are coming to a store near you. It turns out Mexico won’t pay for those either. By Trump
December 5, 2019
Last weekend, I spent an inordinate amount of time in my local wine shop, staring longingly at a bottle of wine that has become a favorite of mine and which I regularly enjoy. However, the feelings of joy that I normally associate with it gave way to frustration, sadness and even a modicum of anger… […]
Five takeaways from Barr’s testimony on Mueller By Trump
May 2, 2019
Attorney General William BarrWilliam Pelham BarrMueller twice asked Barr to release report's key findings Read: Mueller's letter to Barr William Barr should be scrutinized on his record rather than rhetoric MORE appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday amid a new storm over criticism from special counsel Robert MuellerRobert (Bob) Swan MuellerSasse: US should applaud… […]
Vladimir Putin’s in trouble, and the Moscow election results are just the start of his problems By Trump
September 10, 2019
Since Vladimir Putin first became president of Russia almost 20 years ago, the unwritten rules governing the relationship between political power and the people have been clear: Citizens accept less political freedom in return for receiving greater prosperity. But five years of falling incomes mean that the Kremlin is no longer keeping its side of… […]
Trump signals flexibility on plans to ban flavored vaping products By Trump
November 12, 2019
President Donald Trump has indicated that he may be open to stepping back from a full ban on flavored vaping products, saying on Twitter that he will meet with pro-vaping advocates and others to discuss plans after the White House canceled meetings with them last week. Interested in Vaping? Add Vaping as an interest to… […]
Leaders of Qatar, Part I By Trump
November 11, 2019
Mr. Abdulla AlMisnad, Deputy CEO at Qatar Free Zones, H.E. Saleh Hamad Al Sharqi Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO and Board Member of the Qatar Financial Center Qatar's success in promoting a diversified economy is evident in the country's advanced ranking on several international indicators. The… […]
New ISIS leader is ‘a nobody,’ but US knows ‘almost nothing’ about him: Official By Trump
November 7, 2019
Although the U.S. knows "almost nothing" about the new leader of ISIS, he is "a nobody," according to a senior State Department official, making it difficult for the terror group to rally around him. Interested in ISIS? Add ISIS as an interest to stay up to date on the latest ISIS news, video, and analysis… […]
Merriam-Webster: A 200-year-old dictionary offers hot political takes on Twitter | TheHill By Trump
September 14, 2019
The day White House counselor Kellyanne ConwayKellyanne Elizabeth ConwayCondoleezza Rice: Trump needs separate secretary of State, national security adviser Trump says Pompeo not under consideration to replace Bolton White House won't rule out Pompeo as Trump's national security adviser choice MORE coined the term “alternative facts” in an interview defending President TrumpDonald John TrumpBiden campaign:… […]
The Memo: Democrats confront prospect of long primary | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
There is no true front-runner in the Democratic presidential race — and that opens up the specter of a long and divisive nomination fight within a party desperate to beat President TrumpDonald John TrumpGOP senators balk at lengthy impeachment trial Warren goes local in race to build 2020 movement 2020 Democrats make play for veterans'… […]
Trump’s Chrissy Teigen Twitter feud is as lopsided as it is revealing By Trump
September 10, 2019
The internet woke up on Monday morning to a surprising Twitter feud. Chrissy Teigen, the supermodel, entrepreneur and wife of singer John Legend, was trending, along with the hashtag “FilthyMouthedWife.” This was not all that unusual given Teigen’s current status as one of the true celebrity stars of Twitter.Since Tiegen's rise to fame as a… […]
Opinion | Trump’s presser confirms it: He has no idea why he’s losing trade war By Trump
August 26, 2019
(Christian Hartmann/Reuters) By Paul Waldman Paul Waldman Opinion writer covering politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer August 26 at 12:37 PM “It’s the way I negotiate. It’s done very well for me over the years, and it’s doing even better for the country.” That was President Trump, speaking at a Monday news conference at the… […]
China accuses UN rights chief of inflaming Hong Kong unrest By Trump
December 1, 2019
Pro-democracy protesters are renewing pressure on the Hong Kong government with three marches SundayBy EILEEN NG Associated PressDecember 1, 2019, 10:00 AM4 min read A huge crowd took to the streets of Hong Kong on Sunday, some driven back by tear gas, to demand more democracy and an investigation into the use of force to… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Trump lashes out as Sondland acknowledges there was a ‘quid pro quo’ By Trump
November 21, 2019
Earlier Wednesday, Trump lashed out anew at the inquiry as Gordon Sondland, the most significant witness, acknowledged during his testimony that there was a “quid pro quo” in the Ukraine controversy.In questioning, Sondland, the U.S. ambassador to the European Union, was pressed about his knowledge of allegations that Trump sought to leverage U.S. military aid… […]
Trump states he will enhance tariffs on Chinese goods on Friday as he complains about speed of trade talks By Trump
May 5, 2019
U.S. Trade Representative Robert E. Lighthizer, left, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He meet in Beijing on May 1. (Andy Wong/AP) By David J. Lynch David J. Lynch Financial writer covering trade and globalization Email Bio Follow May 5 at 1:31 PM President Trump said Sunday that he will increase tariffs… […]
Iranian Republican Guard seizes foreign oil tanker in Persian Gulf: State media By Trump
July 18, 2019
Iran said it had seized a foreign oil tanker with 12 crew aboard that it accused of smuggling oil in the Persian Gulf, according to a statement from the country's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on Thursday. Interested in Iran? Add Iran as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Iran news, video,… […]
Simple questions about the Trump impeachment hearings answered By Trump
December 4, 2019
As hearings in the impeachment inquiry enter a new phase with the House Judiciary Committee this week, here’s everything you need to know about allegations against President Donald Trump, his defense, and why the phrase “quid pro quo” is dominating the debate: Interested in Impeachment Inquiry? Add Impeachment Inquiry as an interest to stay up… […]
Pelosi suggests impeachment inquiry could expand beyond Ukraine | TheHill By Trump
November 2, 2019
Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiTrump at rally says impeachment an 'attack on democracy itself' GOP lawmaker says House impeachment rules vote 'doesn't change anything for me' Overnight Health Care: Warren unveils 'Medicare for All' funding plan | Warren says plan won't raise middle class taxes | Rivals question claims | Biden camp says plan will hit… […]
Here’s what a split-second combat decision looks like. I didn’t need to murder. By Trump
December 8, 2019
April 2003. Just north of Baghdad.After sleepless hours rolling through the night-vision-green landscape of the Iraqi capital, my scout platoon received a mission: Help secure the Taji military complex. The other platoon leaders and I gathered around the hood of the troop commander’s Humvee to get our orders and then moved out, our Kiowa scout… […]
‘Crazy to withhold security’ aid to Ukraine for political campaign: Top US diplomat By Trump
October 4, 2019
In newly disclosed text messages shared with Congress, the top U.S. diplomat in Ukraine writes to a group of other American diplomats that "I think it's crazy to withhold security assistance for help with a political campaign.” Interested in Impeachment Inquiry? Add Impeachment Inquiry as an interest to stay up to date on the latest… […]
Five factors to look at on very first Tax Working day under Trump’s legislation By Trump
April 15, 2019
This year’s tax-filing season has been one of the most closely watched in years.The filing deadline is Monday in most states, and it’s the first time people are submitting returns that reflect many of the changes brought about by President TrumpDonald John TrumpOmar says she has faced increase in death threats since Trump tweet Trump… […]
Opinion | Iran has reinvented the hostage crisis, 40 years later By Trump
November 4, 2019
In 2016, British national Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, with her daughter Gabriella, traveled to her native Iran to spend the holidays with relatives. She planned to stay for two weeks. Instead, her vacation turned into a nightmare in an Iranian prison that has already robbed her of more than three years of her life. Zaghari-Ratcliffe, a charity… […]
Kanye West’s Christian conversion is less about Jesus than it is about Kanye By Trump
November 3, 2019
Once upon a time, I used to believe in a certain version of Kanye West — the man who condemned then-President George W. Bush for not caring enough about Black people during Hurricane Katrina, or the straight Black man willing to speak out against homophobia in hip-hop — but no longer. His narcissism, his self-loathing… […]
If a recession is coming, everything Trump has done on the economy will make it worse By Trump
October 1, 2019
Trade war rages! Stocks sink! Yield curve inverts! The financial headlines can be pretty alarming right now — but that final bit of jargon is particularly concerning to experts, because it’s a pretty consistent indicator that a recession is coming.Of course, for all the red downward lines on charts and shrieking commentary, no one knows… […]
Dems walk Trump trade tightrope By Trump
May 19, 2019
Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy Patricia D'Alesandro PelosiTlaib calls on Amash to join impeachment resolution 5 things to watch as Trump, Dems clash over investigations GOP lawmaker: Trump has engaged in multiple actions that 'meet the threshold for impeachment' MORE (D-Calif.) is walking a tightrope as President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump calls for Republicans to be 'united' on… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – Is this a turning point in 2020 Dem presidential primary? | TheHill By Trump
August 27, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Tuesday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver. Find us @asimendinger and @alweaver22 on Twitter and CLICK HERE to subscribe!Former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenBiden tells supporters after… […]
‘Start Here’: Trump lashes out against impeachment and hospitalized. By Trump
October 3, 2019
It's Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2019. Let's start here. Interested in Start Here Morning Briefing ? Add Start Here Morning Briefing as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Start Here Morning Briefing news, video, and analysis from ABC News. 1. Pelosi: Trump ‘scared’ of impeachment President Donald Trump spent most of Wednesday… […]
As impeachment hurtles forward, a plea for legal help for government witnesses By Trump
December 9, 2019
The setting was a drawing room in McLean, Va., 14 miles from the White House, in the home of a late congressman who was a leading voice on foreign affairs. A small crowd of gray-haired members of the Washington establishment sipped wine and scotch and nibbled on hummus and baba ganoush.Their conversation was urgent: The… […]
President Trump awards Iraq War’s 1st living Medal of Honor recipient By Trump
June 25, 2019
Army Staff Sgt. David G. Bellavia became the first living Medal of Honor recipient for the Iraq War when President Donald Trump presented the award at a White House ceremony on Tuesday, saluting the Army veteran's "extraordinary courage" fifteen years after his acts of heroism in the city of Fallujah in 2004. Interested in Donald… […]
Politics is finally a coed sport. So, what rules apply? By Trump
November 13, 2019
The notion of a woman running for president has evolved from singular curiosity in 2016 (Hillary Clinton and Carly Fiorina, alone in their respective parties) to multicandidate reality in the 2020 campaign. There is no turning back; it is now hard to imagine an all-male Democratic ticket next year.But gender in politics remains fraught, with… […]
Buttigieg draws new scrutiny, criticism By Trump
April 25, 2019
Pete ButtigiegPeter (Pete) Paul ButtigiegDemocrats' CNN town halls exposed an extreme agenda Buttigieg says he doubts Sanders can win general election Minorities, older adults push Biden to top of 2020 poll MORE’s early success in the Democratic primary has prompted scrutiny and rougher treatment from his rivals and the news media, creating new challenges for… […]
Trump seeks to limit judges’ powers on injunctions soon after legal blows By Trump
May 11, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump officials considering using court-ordered removals to deport migrant families: report Dem senator calls for Senate to investigate Giuliani's planned Ukraine trip Ocasio-Cortez says 'vote your values' after finding Trump supporter sign outside office MORE is looking to stop lower courts from being able to issue wide-ranging injunctions, in a move that… […]
How an overheard phone call could damage Trump By Trump
November 14, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionKey moments from Trump impeachment hearing Going into the first day of public impeachment hearings, it seemed as though details of the proceedings would be relatively familiar for those who have followed the last month of coverage of closed-door testimony from a parade of current and former… […]
2020 Dems target inequality with green plans | TheHill By Trump
November 3, 2019
2020 Democratic presidential contenders are giving new attention to the idea of "environmental injustice," heartening green advocates who argue that polluting industries have gone unchecked.A number of candidates have rolled out ambitious plans to tackle decades of pollution and harmful practices that have been concentrated in the nation’s poorest neighborhoods and communities of color."Our crisis of environmental… […]
US officials investigating if deadly naval station shooting terror-related | TheHill By Trump
December 7, 2019
The suspect in Friday's deadly shooting at a naval air station in Pensacola, Fla., was a Saudi national and member of that country's air force, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantisRonald Dion DeSantisPoll: 51 percent of Florida voters disapprove of Trump States brace for massive voter turnout in 2020 When it comes to health care reform, look… […]
Opinion | Be patient, Democrats. It’s not time to narrow the field just yet. By Trump
September 14, 2019
Ten Democratic candidates take the stage befor the start of their presidential debate on Thursday in Houston. (David J. Phillip/AP) By Karen Tumulty Karen Tumulty Columnist covering national politics Email Bio Follow Columnist September 13 at 3:43 PM HOUSTON — One of the presumptions going into the third Democratic presidential debate was that finally having… […]
Donald Trump to explore “defense and probably offense” for Israel amid new violence By Trump
March 26, 2019
President Donald Trump hinted at the possibility of United States military action in support of his administration's closest foreign ally during a press conference alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.In a landmark move, Trump signed an executive order Monday officially recognizing the occupied Golan Heights as part of Israel, dismissing the views of the United… […]
Democrats on edge as Iowa points to chaotic race | TheHill By Trump
November 11, 2019
Democrats are on edge less than three months out from the Iowa caucuses, as a four-candidate pile-up and Michael BloombergMichael Rubens BloombergDemocrats on edge as Iowa points to chaotic race Brown confirms he won't enter 2020 race: 'I think it's a good field' The Memo: Bloomberg's 2020 moves draw ire from Democrats MORE’s potential candidacy… […]
‘Start Here’: San Diego synagogue attacked, NRA investigated, Joe Biden sales opportunities a poll By Trump
April 29, 2019
It's Monday, April 29, 2019. Let's start here. Interested in Start Here Morning Briefing ? Add Start Here Morning Briefing as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Start Here Morning Briefing news, video, and analysis from ABC News. 1. 'Our guy' The man accused of killing one person and wounding three… […]
Trump defends Syria move: ‘It’s time to come back home’ | TheHill By Trump
October 8, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpWhite House says Turkey will soon launch Syria operation Trump associates pressured Ukraine over gas firm in order to benefit allies: report Trump praises Woodward, slams other journalists over 'Face the Nation' segment MORE on Monday dug in on his decision to pull U.S. troops out of northern Syria as Turkey prepares an… […]
Schiff programs to refer Trump backer’s testimony to DOJ By Trump
April 30, 2019
The chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., plans to make a criminal referral to the Justice Department about Trump campaign supporter Erik Prince’s congressional testimony, arguing he “willingly misled the committee.” Interested in Russia Investigation? Add Russia Investigation as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Russia Investigation… […]
Epstein guards charged with falsifying records By Trump
November 20, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Image caption Tova Noel (L) and Michael Thomas (R) - separated by a lawyer - have pleaded not guilty Two prison guards who were on duty on the night of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein's death have been charged with falsifying records.They are accused of failing to check in on him every 30… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Scholars called by Democrats testify that Trump’s conduct is grounds for removal from office By Trump
December 5, 2019
At the heart of the Democrats’ case is the allegation that Trump tried to leverage a White House meeting and military aid, sought by Ukraine in the face of Russian military aggression, to pressure President Volodymyr Zelensky to launch investigations of former vice president Joe Biden and his son Hunter, as well as an unfounded… […]
Conway spars with Wallace on whether White House will cooperate with impeachment inquiry after formal vote | TheHill By Trump
November 4, 2019
Counselor to the president Kellyanne ConwayKellyanne Elizabeth ConwayKellyanne Conway: Trump 'needs to tweet like we need to eat' Trump at rally says impeachment an 'attack on democracy itself' Overnight Defense: Pelosi suggests impeachment inquiry could go beyond Ukraine | Warren 'Medicare for All' plan includes defense cuts | Nuclear commander confirmed MORE sparred with Fox… […]
Nothing in the impeachment hearings will change anyone’s minds By Trump
November 16, 2019
Week one of the House Intelligence Committee’s impeachment hearings is over. The evidence produced so far will do nothing to change Republican support for President Trump.This conclusion will surely outrage many readers. I can hear them already: "Don’t Republicans have any decency, any regard for the office?” Yes, we do. But we also can see… […]
Perspective | Trump is the most aggressive micromanager in the history of the Oval Office By Trump
September 15, 2019
President Trump announced at the 2016 Republican convention what sort of executive he would be: “I alone can fix it.” It wasn’t obvious then that this could mean “fixing” a weather forecast with a Sharpie, but in some ways that incident was simply Trump exercising an extreme form of the micromanagement he’d promised. Other presidents… […]
DOJ releases hundreds of pages of memos from Mueller probe | TheHill By Trump
November 3, 2019
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Saturday released a collection of documents related to former special counsel Robert MuellerRobert (Bob) Swan MuellerGowdy: I '100 percent' still believe public congressional hearings are 'a circus' Comey: Mueller 'didn't succeed in his mission because there was inadequate transparency' Fox News legal analyst says Trump call with Ukraine leader… […]
Joe Biden the front-runner? How the 2020 Democratic race is misunderstood by everyone By Trump
October 4, 2019
Joe Biden’s presidential campaign has all the trappings of that of a front-runner. The former vice president leads in the vast majority of polls, commands outsize media attention and is widely seen as the candidate his dozen-plus rivals will have to get through in order to claim the 2020 Democratic nomination and the right to… […]
Answers to these five questions will determine the path forward on impeachment By Trump
December 2, 2019
Events in the early part of last week, perhaps not fully appreciated in the run-up to the long holiday weekend, may turn out to be determinative in the impeachment story playing out before our eyes.First, House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam B. Schiff (D-Calif.) announced he would not wait for the determination of court fights over… […]
Analysis | Trump’s Cabinet full of fabricators and false deniers By Trump
October 3, 2019
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo admitted Wednesday that he was on that fateful call between President Trump and Ukraine’s president — about a week and a half after playing dumb about the call’s contents in an interview. As The Post’s Philip Bump writes, it’s a great example of a politician saying things that are strictly… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – Female candidates search for liftoff in 2020 presidential race By Trump
April 11, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Thursday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver (CLICK HERE to subscribe!). On Twitter, find us at @asimendinger and @alweaver22.*** BREAKING: WikiLeaks co-founder Julian Assange was arrested in… […]
As billions flow to farmers, Trump administration faces internal concerns over unprecedented bailout By Trump
September 12, 2019
Agriculture Department official Ted McKinney meets with a delegation of soy importers from China at a conference in Chicago on Aug. 22. (Karl Plume/Reuters) By Jeff Stein Jeff Stein Economic policy reporter Email Bio Follow September 9 Senior government officials, including some in the White House, privately expressed concern that the Trump administration’s nearly $30… […]
Trump and his foundation were just forced to admit their fraud. Now the IRS needs to act. By Trump
November 15, 2019
Last week, Justice Saliann Scarpulla of the New York Supreme Court ordered President Donald Trump to pay $2 million in restitution to charity after admitting to New York Attorney General Letitia James that he and his children had violated their fiduciary duties as officers and directors of the now-shuttered Donald J. Trump Foundation. As a… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 12, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
Trump campaign takes steps to ensure critics are not represented at 2020 convention | TheHill By Trump
October 8, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpWhite House says Turkey will soon launch Syria operation Trump associates pressured Ukraine over gas firm in order to benefit allies: report Trump praises Woodward, slams other journalists over 'Face the Nation' segment MORE’s reelection campaign is taking measures to ensure the president’s critics are frozen out of the nominating convention in… […]
Opinion | The Hunter Biden story is a troubling tale of privilege By Trump
October 5, 2019
For all his barking and hucksterism, Rudy Giuliani is having limited success drawing the gullible into his sideshow tent. But the fact that Giuliani’s spectacle involving the Biden family is as phony as a horse that does arithmetic does not mean there is no story worth examining. The real story of Joe Biden and his… […]
No wonder Jonathan Turley’s dog is mad By Trump
December 5, 2019
The House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday entered into democracy’s most sacred ritual, that solemn moment when the people’s representatives assemble to hear testimony about Jonathan Turley’s dog.For reasons not entirely clear, Republicans decided that Turley, the television pundit and George Washington University law professor, would be the best person in the land to make the… […]
What Barr’s ongoing smear campaign against Robert Mueller is really about By Trump
June 7, 2019
President Donald Trump went to France this week, ostensibly to honor the fallen heroes of Normandy Beach. But he took some time out of those solemn memorials to attack former special counsel Robert Mueller (a veteran) as a “fool.” This shameful smear is part of an ongoing and concerted effort by Trump and his allies,… […]
Nikki Haley wants to lead the post-Trump GOP. She’ll have to get a lot more specific. By Trump
November 12, 2019
Former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley is on many Republicans’ short list for who will emerge to lead the Republican Party in the post-Trump era. Her interviews and leaked snippets from her forthcoming memoir clearly show how she is angling to fill that role — and also demonstrate how far she still… […]
Amash doubles down on Trump and impeachment By Trump
May 20, 2019
Rep. Justin AmashJustin AmashClash with Trump marks latest break with GOP leaders for Justin Amash Trump fires back at 'loser' GOP lawmaker who said he'd engaged in 'impeachable conduct' Romney: Justin Amash 'reached a different conclusion' than I did on impeachment MORE (R-Mich.) on Monday doubled down on his critical remarks of President TrumpDonald John… […]
Democrats claim new momentum from intelligence watchdog testimony | TheHill By Trump
October 5, 2019
Democrats claimed to find new momentum Friday in their impeachment inquiry into President TrumpDonald John TrumpTop US diplomat suggested he could 'quit' over Ukraine dealings READ: Trump officials' texts discussing Ukraine House Democrats release Trump officials' text exchanges discussing Ukraine MORE after the top watchdog of the nation's intelligence community briefed lawmakers on his investigation… […]
Trump may end protected status for Syrians, many call it ‘a death sentence’ By Trump
July 31, 2019
Monzer Shakally was 16 years old when he joined the protests in the streets of Damascus, was arrested and tortured by the Syrian government, and, once released, escaped to find safe haven in the U.S. Interested in Syria? Add Syria as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Syria news, video, and… […]
The Kentucky and Virginia elections were all about Trump. That’s bad for Republicans. By Trump
November 9, 2019
Races for a seat on the Loudoun County, Va., Board of Supervisors don’t usually attract national media coverage. At most, The Washington Post’s Metro section might publish a short piece about an especially notable contest to help govern the sprawling exurban county west of the nation’s capital.Juli Briskman changed that on Tuesday.Trump’s unprecedented intrusion in… […]
Trump refuses to attend impeachment hearing By Trump
December 2, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Mr Trump and his counsel would have had the opportunity to ask questions at the hearing The White House has said US President Donald Trump and his lawyers will not attend an impeachment hearing on Wednesday, citing a lack of "fairness".The hearing by the House of Representatives Judiciary Committee… […]
In the world’s biggest election, India’s Modi pushes fear over hope By Trump
April 11, 2019
By Joanna Slater Joanna Slater Foreign correspondent covering South Asia Email Bio Follow April 10 at 12:35 PM KHUDANA, India — The three helicopters appear like a mirage out of the white-hot sky and descend toward a tiny village in northern India. For hours, thousands of people have waited in 95-degree heat for the man they… […]
Trump rages about impeachment on Twitter, but he has Republicans to blame for the rules By Trump
November 11, 2019
Last week, President Donald J. Trump complained that he would be getting “no lawyer” and “no due process” during the House impeachment hearings, set to begin Wednesday.The irony of course is that if Trump is unhappy with how the impeachment process is unfolding, he has mostly Republicans to blame. After all, they are the ones… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 9, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
Why new Trump tax cuts would be bad economic policy By Trump
November 4, 2019
The White House is considering another round of tax cuts, according to an article last Thursday by The Post’s Erica Werner, Josh Dawsey and Jeff Stein. This is a monstrously bad idea, but it’s hardly a surprise. It displays President Trump’s cavalier attitude toward budget deficits, as earlier reflected in his 2017 tax cut of… […]
Senators expect White House staff to brief Trump on potential gun reform plan | TheHill By Trump
September 10, 2019
"They told me ... that they hoped to get something, a draft of something they thought would be acceptable to present to him," Manchin told reporters. "I think that he will start looking at what recommendations they've finally come to." "What they've told me is this week," he said. "I think they're at the point where they… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: As Trump allies attack Vindman, he rejects claims that he is partisan By Trump
November 19, 2019
Democrats are seeking to prove that Trump leveraged military aid and a White House meeting in exchange for investigations of former vice president Joe Biden, his son Hunter and other Democrats.●House is investigating whether Trump lied to then-special counsel Robert S. Mueller III, its general counsel told a federal appeals court.November 19, 2019 at 3:30… […]
The Hill’s 12:30 Report — Presented by MAPRx — Tensions flare after Iran shoots down US drone | TheHill By Trump
June 20, 2019
To view past editions of The Hill's 12:30 Report, click here: http://bit.ly/1M1mIfwTo receive The Hill's 12:30 Report in your inbox, please sign up here: http://bit.ly/1Tt4hqN--> A midday take on what's happening in politics and how to have a sense of humor about it.**Ha. Haha. Hahah. Sniff. Haha. Sniff. Ha--breaks down crying hysterically.The Hill's 12:30 Report -- Presented by MAPRx -- Tensions… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report — Presented by Better Medicare Alliance — A new phase for impeachment | TheHill By Trump
November 1, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Back by popular demand, it’s Friday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver are the up-early co-creators. Find us @asimendinger and @alweaver22 on Twitter and CLICK HERE to subscribe!Democrats on Thursday… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 13, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
Media requires critical strike from Mueller conclusions By Trump
March 26, 2019
The news media has taken a big hit from special counsel Robert MuellerRobert Swan MuellerSasse: US should applaud choice of Mueller to lead Russia probe MORE’s conclusion that no one in the Trump campaign conspired with Russia to interfere in the 2016 election. For the past two years, the media has focused exhaustively on the… […]
Trump loses court case to keep tax returns secret By Trump
October 8, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Mr Trump said he would make his tax returns public during the 2016 campaign A judge has ordered US President Donald Trump to hand over eight years of his tax returns to New York investigators.The judge rejected arguments by the president's lawyers that Mr Trump enjoyed total immunity while… […]
‘A willingness to fight’: Win or lose, Trump’s push for a citizenship question in the census is red meat for his base By Trump
July 7, 2019
By Toluse Olorunnipa Toluse Olorunnipa White House reporter Email Bio Follow July 6 at 8:00 AM The government had begun printing census forms, the Commerce Department had publicly announced its legal surrender, and Justice Department lawyers had rested their case in court. But President Trump wasn’t ready to give up the fight. With a tweet… […]
Trump defends Yovanovitch attack: ‘I have freedom of speech’ | TheHill By Trump
November 16, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump opens new line of impeachment attack for Democrats Bloomberg to spend 0M on anti-Trump ads in battleground states New witness claims first-hand account of Trump's push for Ukraine probes MORE on Friday defended his tweet earlier in the day attacking former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie YovanovitchMarie YovanovitchFox Business host lashes… […]
Biden allies see boost in Tuesday’s election results | TheHill By Trump
November 7, 2019
Allies of former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenBiden allies see boost in Tuesday's election results Trump rails against House Democrats, impeachment inquiry during campaign rally: 'It's all a hoax' Trump acknowledges Warren's rise in the polls, revives 'Pocahontas' slur MORE argue that state-level election results on Tuesday make a powerful case for his White House… […]
Trump tells progressive Democrats to go back and fix ‘broken and crime infested places’ they came from | TheHill By Trump
July 14, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpIn 1710 the Brits impeached an orange-haired populist — It did not go well Philadelphia mayor posts photo of Rapinoe atop City Hall: 'Equal pay now!' Social media summit highlights partisan approaches on tech MORE on Sunday lashed out at a group of progressive Democrats, saying the female lawmakers should "go back and help… […]
Trump ‘would love’ to accept Putin invite to Russia military parade By Trump
November 10, 2019
President Donald Trump said Friday that he would "love to go" to a Russian military parade that Western officials have avoided in recent years over Russia's annexation of Crimea, after Russian President Vladimir Putin invited him earlier this year. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump as an interest to stay up to date on… […]
Trump says he’d cooperate with impeachment inquiry ‘if the rules are fair’ | TheHill By Trump
October 9, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpPelosi hits back at Trump over letter: 'Only the latest attempt to cover up his betrayal of our democracy' Trump directed Perry, State Dept. officials to talk to Giuliani on Ukraine: report Murkowski warns against rushing to conclusions on Trump impeachment MORE on Wednesday said he might be willing to cooperate with House Democrats' impeachment… […]
Standing ovation for impeachment in US swing state By Trump
October 6, 2019
Image copyright Caroline Brehman/Getty Images Elaine Luria is one of the seven newly-elected Democrats in the US House of Representatives whose decision to back an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump tipped the scales. The day after they spoke out, Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced a formal inquiry would take place. How would constituents welcome her… […]
Indoor farming looks like it could be the answer to feeding a hot and hungry planet. It’s not that easy. By Trump
November 20, 2019
BALTIMORE — The next big thing is here, all girders and concrete pads, glass roofing and gravelly dirt. Viraj Puri, co-founder of one of the nation’s largest indoor farm companies, walks through the construction site, and even without the luminous frills of thousands of butter lettuces, it’s easy to see that the building going up… […]
Incompetence is not an impeachable offense By Trump
November 14, 2019
The problem with most conspiracy theories is that they presume too much competence on the part of the conspirators. The same may be true when it comes to President Trump’s alleged quid pro quo with Ukraine. As Sen. Lindsey O. Graham (R-S.C.) put it, “What I can tell you about the Trump policy towards the… […]
Trump says tariffs on Mexican imports will take effect next week, despite Mexican optimism for a deal By Trump
June 4, 2019
Mexican Foreign Affairs Secretary Marcelo Ebrard, right, speaks at a news conference at the Mexican Embassy in Washington on June 4. (Andrew Harnik/AP) By Erica Werner , Erica Werner Congressional reporter focusing on economic policy Email Bio Follow Mary Beth Sheridan , Mary Beth Sheridan Correspondent covering Mexico and Central America Email Bio Follow Seung… […]
Here’s why George Kent is a star impeachment witness By Trump
November 8, 2019
The Post reports on the release of the transcript of a senior State Department official’s testimony: “Deputy Assistant Secretary George Kent, who oversaw Ukraine policy, told lawmakers that to get an Oval Office meeting, [President] Trump was demanding that the country’s new president, Volodymyr Zelensky, promise to open investigations into the 2016 U.S. election, Trump’s… […]
The White House’s scathing and legally questionable impeachment letter, annotated By Trump
October 9, 2019
White House Counsel Pat A. Cipollone served notice to House Democrats on Tuesday that the White House will not cooperate with their impeachment inquiry into President Trump.Cipollone’s scathing letter relies on a series of politically charged and legally questionable assertions. It also reads at times as though it was written with plenty of input from… […]
The Memo: 2020 Democratic race enters do-or-die phase | TheHill By Trump
July 29, 2019
The race for the Democratic presidential nomination enters a new phase this week, with candidates desperate to make an impact in a second round of debates.The debates, which take place on Tuesday and Wednesday evening in Detroit, offer a last chance for some candidates to break out of the lower tiers in the field. Among the… […]
Will the Supreme Court protect DACA from Trump? All eyes are on Justice John Roberts By Trump
November 14, 2019
The status of almost 800,000 young undocumented immigrants brought to this country as minors by is now in the hands of the United States Supreme Court.This is a story about the thwarted aspirations of two presidents to implement immigration reform. It is a story about presidents using the brute force of executive orders and directives… […]
Cory Booker Blasts ‘Racially Biased’ Justice System By Trump
September 14, 2019
Democratic presidential candidate Cory Booker outlined his plans to tackle the systemic racial problems in the U.S. which he said needs to go much further than merely calling President Donald Trump a racist.Speaking during the democratic debate hosted by ABC and Univision at the Texas Southern University in Houston, the New Jersey Senator said the… […]
Kent and Taylor testify to Trump’s corruption. And more evidence is coming. By Trump
November 14, 2019
TWO VETERAN U.S. diplomats on Wednesday told a compelling story of how U.S. policy toward Ukraine was undermined and corrupted to serve President Trump’s personal political interests. For years, they testified to the House Intelligence Committee, the aims of the United States had been to help Ukraine resist armed aggression by Russia and to press… […]
Gaetz clashes with Stanford professor: ‘It makes you look mean’ | TheHill By Trump
December 5, 2019
Rep. Matt GaetzMatthew (Matt) GaetzGaetz: 'Governor Kemp announces the funeral time & location for his political career' Hannity urges listeners to call Georgia governor over Senate pick bucking Trump Georgia governor's adviser hits back at Gaetz: 'We don't care what you think' MORE (R-Fla.) clashed with law professor Pamela Karlan during Wednesday's House Judiciary Committee impeachment… […]
Buttigieg surges to 10-point lead in New Hampshire: poll | TheHill By Trump
November 20, 2019
Democratic White House hopeful Pete ButtigiegPeter (Pete) Paul ButtigiegThe Memo: Centrists change tone of Democratic race Poll: Biden holds 20-point lead in South Carolina Sanders reclaims second place in new 2020 poll MORE surged to a 10-point lead in New Hampshire’s first-in-the-nation presidential primary, according to a new Saint Anselm College poll released Tuesday.Buttigieg gets… […]
Could this American be Canada’s next PM? By Trump
October 5, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Image caption Andrew Scheer celebrates after winning the leadership From UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to US Senator Ted Cruz, politicians have landed in hot water for having dual citizenship. Now, a Canadian politician finds himself simmering in the same pot. It should go without saying that Andrew Scheer - the leader… […]
House approves two-state resolution in implicit rebuke of Trump | TheHill By Trump
December 6, 2019
The House on Friday approved a resolution supporting a two-state solution to the Israeli and Palestinian conflict, recording opposition to any peace plan put forth by the Trump administration that doesn’t expressly call for an independent Palestinian state living side-by-side with a Jewish state of Israel.Only 5 Republicans backed the measure in the 226-183 vote,… […]
Standing ovation for impeachment in US swing state By Trump
October 6, 2019
Image copyright Caroline Brehman/Getty Images Elaine Luria is one of the seven newly-elected Democrats in the US House of Representatives whose decision to back an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump tipped the scales. The day after they spoke out, Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced a formal inquiry would take place. How would constituents welcome her… […]
Here are the key players to watch at impeachment hearing | TheHill By Trump
November 13, 2019
The career State Department officials testifying in the first public proceedings of the impeachment inquiry won’t be the only ones in the spotlight on Wednesday. Members of the House Intelligence Committee from across the political spectrum will be scrutinized for how they handle the first open hearing after weeks of clashing behind closed doors.And it won’t… […]
White House backs Stephen Miller amid white nationalist emails | TheHill By Trump
November 17, 2019
The White House is standing by senior adviser Stephen MillerStephen MillerSenate confirms controversial circuit court nominee Chad Wolf becomes acting DHS secretary Schumer calls conservative Trump court pick a 'bottom crawler' MORE as he faces calls from dozens of Democrats to resign after newly released emails showed he circulated material linked to white nationalism to conservative media before joining the… […]
Democratic frontrunners spar over healthcare By Trump
September 13, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Democratic presidential hopefuls Bernie Sanders (right), Former US Vice President Joe Biden (centre) and Elizabeth Warren Democratic frontrunner Joe Biden and close rivals Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders have feuded over healthcare at the party's third debate.The debate in Houston, Texas, is the first time the three presidential hopefuls… […]
Suspected killer of reputed Gambino crime relatives boss Francisco ‘Franky Boy’ Cali arraigned as his attorney claims on line detest influenced slaying By Trump
March 26, 2019
The 24-year-old suspect in the killing of reputed Gambino family mob boss Francesco "Franky Boy" Cali was arraigned on Monday on a murder charge in a New York City courtroom as his attorney cryptically said right-wing conspiracy websites and online hate speech influenced the slaying. Anthony Comello appeared in Staten Island Criminal Court just hours… […]
Republicans portrayed Vindman as disloyal. They have no sense of decency. By Trump
November 20, 2019
So this is how President Trump and his apologists say “thank you for your service.”Army Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman sat forward in the witness chair, festooned. On his left breast he wore the Combat Infantryman Badge, a testament to his ground combat in Iraq, and below that the Purple Heart, a souvenir of the IED… […]
Trump administration tells decide Congress did not deny border wall resources when it declined to correct funds for it By Trump
May 18, 2019
President Trump visits a new section of the border wall with Mexico in Calexico, Calif., on April 5. (Jacquelyn Martin/AP) By Fred Barbash Fred Barbash Law, constitution and courts Email Bio Follow May 17 at 7:34 PM OAKLAND — In the first court hearing over President Trump’s border wall funding plan, administration lawyers on Friday… […]
Insurance figures give Democrats new line of attack against Trump | TheHill By Trump
September 11, 2019
Health care is back in the 2020 spotlight after new government figures showed the number of uninsured Americans increased for the first time in nearly a decade.Democratic presidential candidates pinned the blame on President TrumpDonald John Trump5 things to watch in critical NC race Remembering 9/11: How the suicide attacks led to two vastly different… […]
Trump warns of new ‘very tough’ stance on Venezuela amid growing tensions By Trump
September 14, 2019
After months of political chaos, increasingly tight U.S. sanctions, and the threat of military force, President Donald Trump is warning of a "very tough" new stance on Venezuela after the departure of hawkish National Security Adviser John Bolton. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump as an interest to stay up to date on the… […]
Phone records detail extent of Giuliani, White House contacts | TheHill By Trump
December 4, 2019
The House Intelligence Committee released phone records on Tuesday showing extensive communications between Rudy GiulianiRudy GiulianiBill Press: How will history judge us on impeachment? Giuliani associate asks court to release documents to impeachment inquiry Prosecutor says Giuliani associates 'likely' to face new charges MORE and the White House as well as several other key figures… […]
Five takeaways from the first Trump impeachment deposition transcripts | TheHill By Trump
November 5, 2019
House Democrats on Monday released the first transcripts from their closed-door hearings.The transcripts are the first full public accounting of testimony from former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch and Michael McKinley, a former top aide to Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard Pompeo2020 presidential candidates slam Trump over withdrawal from Paris climate deal First… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 9, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
EXCLUSIVE: Joe Walsh announces GOP primary challenge against Trump By Trump
August 26, 2019
Conservative firebrand former Illinois Rep. Joe Walsh announced Sunday with ABC News Chief Anchor George Stephanopoulos on ABC's "This Week" that he's launching a long-shot Republican presidential primary challenge against President Donald Trump. Interested in 2020 Elections? Add 2020 Elections as an interest to stay up to date on the latest 2020 Elections news, video,… […]
Supreme Court’s LGBT discrimination decision hinges on the text of the Civil Rights Act By Trump
October 8, 2019
On Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments that may ultimately decide whether employees are protected from workplace discrimination because of their gender identity or sexual orientation, and if so, when. These are not constitutional cases — they depend almost entirely on how narrowly or broadly the Supreme Court will interpret the word “sex”… […]
Opinion | Trump is ignoring arms control. It’s a dangerous mistake. By Trump
October 9, 2019
President Trump with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki in July 2018. (Alexander Zemlianichenko/AP) By David Ignatius David Ignatius Columnist covering foreign affairs Email Bio Follow Columnist October 8 at 7:04 PM This week’s news that President Trump is considering abandoning the Open Skies Treaty probably brought a yawn from most observers. Arms-control agreements such… […]
Here are the Senate Republicans who could vote to convict Trump | TheHill By Trump
December 7, 2019
Sen. Chris MurphyChristopher (Chris) Scott MurphyDemocratic senator says he knows 'handful' of GOP colleagues considering vote to remove Trump Both sides have reason to want speedy Trump impeachment trial Overnight Defense: Trump clashes with Macron at NATO summit | House impeachment report says Trump abused power | Top Dem scolds military leaders on Trump intervention… […]
Former Twitter employees federally charged with working for Saudis By Trump
November 7, 2019
Two former Twitter employees and a Saudi national have been federally charged with working for the Saudi government to access private Twitter accounts. Ali Alzabarah and Ahmad Abouammo allegedly used their Twitter credentials to gain access to certain non-public information for the royal family, which could have been used to locate critics of the regime,… […]
GOP uneasy with Giuliani | TheHill By Trump
October 2, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpFederal judge halts California law targeting Trump tax returns Trump agriculture chief: No guarantee small farms can survive Harris presses Twitter to 'do something' over Trump's 'coup' tweet MORE’s allies are growing increasingly uneasy with Rudy GiulianiRudy GiulianiPoll: 40 percent of Republicans say Trump 'probably' mentioned Biden on Ukraine call Pompeo, House… […]
Pete Buttigieg Faces Backlash After Speech At Tea Party Event Resurfaces Online: ‘He’s Done. Absolutely Done’ By Trump
November 19, 2019
Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg faced some strong criticism online after a 2010 video of him speaking at an Indiana state Tea Party event resurfaced this week, with critics of the South Bend mayor accusing him of "sidling up to racists" and saying he's "absolutely done."In his remarks to the group, which came during his… […]
Opinion | Give it up, Trump. CNN will outlast you. By Trump
September 12, 2019
Some Trump-CNN watershed moments:January 2017: In a pre-inaugural news conference, President-elect Donald Trump calls CNN “fake news” and declines to take a question from correspondent Jim Acosta;February 2017: President Trump jousts with Acosta in a memorable news conference;July 2017: President Trump promotes a video of him beating up “CNN.”November 2017: President Trump denounces CNN International… […]
Russian media claim to identify alleged top CIA spy By Trump
September 11, 2019
Some Russian media outlets said Tuesday they believed they had identified the CIA spy who American news reports this week alleged had been at the heart of Vladimir Putin’s government, setting off frantic speculation in Russia over who the mole could be. The Kremlin confirmed that a former Russian official had worked as an employee… […]
Democrats call for Senate to return to vote on gun reform after two deadly mass shootings | TheHill By Trump
August 4, 2019
Democrats are calling on Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellCNN's Jake Tapper calls out Republicans who turned down interviews after shootings Brown: McConnell should bring Senate back into session to pass background checks Protestors interrupt McConnell event in Kentucky with 'Moscow Mitch' chants MORE to bring the Senate back in session to vote on gun control… […]
Exploring belonging and unbelonging with Salman Rushdie: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 4, 2019
Listen for details on how to win tickets to our Los Angeles live show!Salman Rushdie is a most singular figure. He’s authored 19 books, accrued countless awards and spent about a decade in hiding after the Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini called for his death. Needless to say, Chris Hayes jumped at the chance to have a… […]
Pompeo says State Dept. has given initial response to Congress over documents | TheHill By Trump
October 6, 2019
Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard PompeoGordon Sondland expected to appear for House deposition Democrats claim new momentum from intelligence watchdog testimony Overnight Defense: House Dems subpoena White House for Ukraine documents | Pence pulled into inquiry | GOP senator says he confronted Trump over Ukraine aid | Iran hackers target 2020 campaign MORE… […]
Donald Trump Faces New Mideast Crisis as Lindsey Graham Talks of ‘Iraq Spring’ By Trump
November 2, 2019
Still reeling from recent events in Syria, President Donald Trump and his administration face a looming crisis in neighboring Iraq. In a country where thousands of U.S. troops have died and thousands more are still deployed, both the United States and rival Iran are backing an embattled prime minister as popular calls for his ouster… […]
Key GOP senators split with Trump on Biden investigation push | TheHill By Trump
October 6, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower North Korea missile test raises fears of new capabilities Window narrows for Trump trade deals MORE is pushing hard for an investigation of former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower North Korea missile test raises fears of new capabilities Trump told House Republicans that… […]
Contextualizing the lockdown of Kashmir with Hafsa Kanjwal: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 20, 2019
Over the past few months communication coming in and out of Kashmir, the highly contested land between India and Pakistan, has been increasingly difficult. The Indian government lead by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to blackout the region in to order to once and for all place Kashmir under Indian control. The move… […]
Defining conservatism in the Trump era with Sen. Ted Cruz: podcast and transcript By Trump
October 9, 2019
What is conservatism in the era of Trump? During the 2016 primaries, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz argued that he alone was the true conservative candidate, consistently attacking Donald Trump as a big government liberal. So what does Cruz make of the conservatives that rejected him and went on to put Trump in the White House?… […]
Opinion | New revelations show the Trump administration is making the swamp even swampier By Trump
June 10, 2019
Reuters/Joshua Roberts (Joshua Roberts/Reuters) By Paul Waldman Paul Waldman Opinion writer covering politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer June 10 at 12:28 PM One of the enduring mysteries of Trump fandom is that to this day, many of the president’s supporters continue to believe that he is a sworn enemy of “the swamp,” a corrupt… […]
Conway spars with Wallace on whether White House will cooperate with impeachment inquiry after formal vote | TheHill By Trump
November 4, 2019
Counselor to the president Kellyanne ConwayKellyanne Elizabeth ConwayTrump allies assail impeachment on process while House Democrats promise open hearings soon Sunday shows - Next impeachment phase dominates Conway: 'I don't know' if military aid was withheld from Ukraine over request for Biden investigation MORE sparred with Fox News’s Chris WallaceChristopher (Chris) WallaceTrump allies assail impeachment… […]
Joe Biden’s rival denies veiled dig at his age By Trump
September 14, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionJoe Biden's rambling answer about record players raised eyebrows - but who had the best one-liner? The frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nomination, Joe Biden, has batted off questions about his age.The former vice-president, 76, said he would release his medical records before votes were cast and… […]
Maybe this is what Pete Buttigieg was trying to say about empathy By Trump
December 7, 2019
South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg has taken flak from some African Americans for suggesting that being gay helps him relate to the struggles of African Americans. Buttigieg, his critics say, is appropriating the black experience for his own selfish political agenda.I’ll let them sort that out. But this I know: Being black causes me… […]
Opinion | What we need to hear on ‘electability’ at the debate By Trump
September 13, 2019
A lot of Democratic candidates at a recent debate. (Lucas Jackson) By Greg Sargent Greg Sargent Opinion writer covering national politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer September 12 at 4:12 PM The Democratic presidential candidates are debating in Houston on Thursday night, and the chances are that the “electability” chestnut will come up. Which candidate… […]
China Hits Back at U.S. Human Rights Bill, Brings Up America’s ‘History of Blood and Tears of Native Indians’ By Trump
December 5, 2019
Beijing has back at the House of Representatives' passage of a bill criticizing China's treatment of its Uighur ethnic minority, recalling the United States' own history of systematic purges.Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chinying said her government stood "strongly indignant at and firmly opposed to" the Uighur Human Rights Policy Act of 2019. The proposed… […]
I worked in the White House during impeachment. Trump’s team isn’t ready for it. By Trump
October 6, 2019
The period in early December 1998 just before the House of Representatives impeached President Bill Clinton has been on my mind lately. I’ve been thinking about those few weeks, the most harrowing of my career, ever since House Democrats announced they were launching launch a formal impeachment inquiry against President Trump. While I may not… […]
Opinion | Joe Biden proposes radical leftist health-care plan By Trump
July 15, 2019
By Paul Waldman Paul Waldman Opinion writer covering politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer July 15 at 12:33 PM The 2020 Democratic presidential primary campaign is in many ways an argument between liberals and moderates over the path the Democratic Party should take, and on no issue has that argument been more intense than health… […]
Graham plans to invite Giuliani to testify on Ukraine affair By Trump
October 9, 2019
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham said Tuesday he intends to invite Rudy Giuliani, the president's personal attorney, to testify about what he called "corruption in Ukraine" and "other improprieties involving Ukraine." Interested in Impeachment Inquiry? Add Impeachment Inquiry as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Impeachment Inquiry news, video, and… […]
In SNL cold open, world leaders gossip about Trump like schoolchildren in the NATO cafeteria By Trump
December 8, 2019
The widely circulated video that caught world leaders on a hot mic mocking President Trump at last week’s NATO summit had the makings of a schoolyard gossip fest, with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as the leader of the cool kids and Trump as the scorned outcast.And so it became easy, if predictable, fodder for… […]
Tech finds surprise ally in Trump amid high-stakes tax fight | TheHill By Trump
December 8, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump says he will 'temporarily hold off' on declaring Mexican drug cartels as terror organization House Judiciary Committee formally receives impeachment report Artist behind gold toilet offered to Trump sells banana duct-taped to a wall for 0,000 MORE is defending Google, Facebook and other big tech companies he's repeatedly railed against when… […]
All politics used to be local. Then along came Trump. By Trump
November 4, 2019
Former House speaker Tip O’Neill’s adage about the primacy of local politics will be tested in Tuesday’s elections in three states. You can make a case that all politics are national now, thanks both to President Trump and to overarching issues that transcend state boundaries.In the case of two of the contests — gubernatorial elections… […]
US notifies UN of Paris climate accord withdrawal By Trump
November 5, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionWatch Trump explain why he is pulling the US out of Paris climate accord The US has begun the process of withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, notifying the UN of its intention to leave, as other countries expressed regret and disappointment at the move. The notification begins… […]
Supreme Court weighs dismissal of New York gun rights case By Trump
December 3, 2019
The first gun rights case before the U.S. Supreme Court in nearly a decade boiled down to a debate over whether there's still a case at all. The New York City law in question -- which had banned the transportation of licensed, locked and unloaded handguns outside city limits -- was voluntarily rescinded last year… […]
Trump on Manafort’s lighter-than-envisioned sentence: ‘No collusion’ By Trump
March 8, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpHickenlooper swipes at Trump in campaign launch: He's 'destroying our democracy' Overnight Defense: Pentagon asked to house up to 5,000 migrant children | Judge lifts last injunction against transgender ban | Senators voice anger over problems with military housing | General warns ISIS waiting to resurge Cummings says he needs to examine… […]
House Democrats release pair of witness transcripts ahead of jam-packed week of impeaching hearings | TheHill By Trump
November 17, 2019
A senior White House official told House impeachment investigators last month that President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump opens new line of impeachment attack for Democrats Bloomberg to spend 0M on anti-Trump ads in battleground states New witness claims first-hand account of Trump's push for Ukraine probes MORE's hand-picked ambassador to Europe had pushed — on behalf… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 11, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
Why Democrats did much better than expected in the first hearing By Trump
November 14, 2019
There is a fashionable, cynical and a-factual brand of coverage of historic events like the first day of impeachment that posits “Well, no one changed his or her mind” or “The average American isn’t listening to …” Not only do we not know these things, but they are trivial and inappropriate to the moment. What… […]
It’s official: Actual impeachment of Trump is here By Trump
December 5, 2019
This post has been updated with the latest news.House Democrats have been moving toward impeaching President Trump since at least September, when House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) announced her support for an impeachment inquiry. Now, the inquiring is done. Democrats have officially moved into a new phase of the process: actual impeachment of Trump.Pelosi made… […]
US Capitol Christmas tree lights up Washington By Trump
December 5, 2019
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and representatives from New Mexico lit the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree Wednesday, heralding the holiday season in a traditional evening ceremony that dates back more than 50 years. Asher Dean, a fourth grader from Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, who won an essay contest to participate in the ceremony, flipped the switch.… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 16, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
Politics is finally a coed sport. So, what rules apply? By Trump
November 13, 2019
The notion of a woman running for president has evolved from singular curiosity in 2016 (Hillary Clinton and Carly Fiorina, alone in their respective parties) to multicandidate reality in the 2020 campaign. There is no turning back; it is now hard to imagine an all-male Democratic ticket next year.But gender in politics remains fraught, with… […]
Live updates: Trump lashes out at Democrats before historic impeachment proceeding is set to begin By Trump
November 13, 2019
President Trump lashed out at Democrats, contending the deck is stacked against him, hours before a historic, nationally televised impeachment hearing was set to begin Wednesday before the House Intelligence Committee.The first open hearing in the Democratic-led impeachment inquiry, scheduled for 10 a.m., will feature testimony from William B. Taylor Jr., the acting ambassador to… […]
How I discovered a dozen new Lou Reed songs By Trump
November 2, 2019
The adventure started at the Warhol Museum, writes Judith A. PerainoWith Lou Reed’s wavering tenor and jangling guitar ringing in my ears, I stared down at the cassette tape in my hand. Was it possible I had really discovered an unknown Reed album? I was at the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, in July 2017,… […]
GOP senator calls impeachment ‘sabotage’ effort, raises questions about witness on eve of testimony | TheHill By Trump
November 19, 2019
Sen. Ron JohnsonRonald (Ron) Harold JohnsonImpeachment hearings don't move needle with Senate GOP Johnson: Whistleblower 'exposed things that didn't need to be exposed' Sunday shows — Spotlight shifts to Sondland ahead of impeachment inquiry testimony MORE (R-Wis.) described the House impeachment inquiry as an effort to sabotage President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump reversed course on flavored… […]
Trump’s impeachment tantrums reveal a fragile ego obsessed with saving his legacy By Trump
November 18, 2019
As the former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, Marie Yovanovitch, gave public testimony during the House Intelligence Committee’s second public impeachment hearing Friday, President Donald J. Trump unleashed a bizarre tweet attack, claiming, “Everywhere Marie Yovanovitch went turned bad. She started off in Somalia, how did that go? Then fast forward to Ukraine, where the new… […]
Democrats win control of Virginia legislature | TheHill By Trump
November 6, 2019
The Democratic Party won control of the Virginia General Assembly on Tuesday, giving the party total control of the Old Dominion's state government for the first time since 1994.Democratic candidates outpaced Republican incumbents and nominees in the three most populous regions of the state, picking up seats in Hampton Roads, Richmond and the surrounding suburbs,… […]
Pete Buttigieg says he can beat Donald Trump in 2020 By Trump
April 15, 2019
South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg at a rally on Sunday officially kicking off his presidential campaign. (John Gress/Reuters) By Robert Costa Robert Costa National political reporter covering the White House, Congress and campaigns Email Bio Follow April 14 at 5:28 PM SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Pete Buttigieg, the 37-year-old mayor of this northern Indiana… […]
Trump chides Fox News after Sanders town hall By Trump
April 16, 2019
President TrumpDonald John Trump2020 Dem hits back at Trump for giving 'firefighting advice' to Paris: 'Do your own damn job' French officials reject Trump suggestion to use 'flying water tankers' on Notre Dame fire Overnight Energy: Interior watchdog opens investigation into new secretary | Warren unveils 2020 plan to stop drilling on public lands |… […]
Hundreds of thousands in Hong Kong protest law to allow extraditions to China By Trump
June 9, 2019
Protesters gesture as they chant “no extradition” Sunday in Hong Kong. (Philip Fong/AFP/Getty Images) By Gerry Shih and Gerry Shih China Correspondent Email Bio Follow Timothy McLaughlin June 9 at 7:36 AM HONG KONG — They were corporate lawyers and university students, housewives and religious leaders, migrant workers and artists. A seeming cross-section of the… […]
North Korea fires projectiles days before resuming US talks By Trump
October 2, 2019
North Korea fired projectiles toward its eastern sea Wednesday, South Korea's military and Japan's government said, in an apparent display of its expanding military capabilities ahead of planned nuclear negotiations with the United States this weekend. Interested in North Korea? Add North Korea as an interest to stay up to date on the latest North… […]
Bloomberg Could Become 2020 Heavyweight Immediately: Political Scientist By Trump
November 8, 2019
The billionaire mogul Michael Bloomberg could have a big impact on the Democratic Party's 2020 primaries, a political scientist has said, amid reports he is preparing the ground to do just that.Bloomberg, 77, is a former mayor of New York City and has been tipped in several previous elections as a potential candidate for president.… […]
Republicans’ Sixth Amendment impeachment objection has ominous implications By Trump
November 16, 2019
Not every constitutional law question has two sides. We don’t lose sleep, for example, over how many senators represent each state (two), or whether representation in the House must be proportional (yes), or whether the president really has to be at least 35 years old at the time he is sworn in (he does). Much… […]
Hillary Clinton says she’s under ‘enormous pressure’ to think about running in 2020 By Trump
November 13, 2019
Hillary Clinton, the former secretary of state and 2016 Democratic presidential nominee, said in a Tuesday interview on BBC Radio 5 Live that she's under "enormous pressure" to consider a 2020 run, but it's not something she is interested in at the moment. Interested in Hillary Clinton? Add Hillary Clinton as an interest to stay… […]
Jeff Sessions announces bid to return to US Senate By Trump
November 8, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Jeff Sessions appeared on Fox News shortly after confirming his run (file photo) Former US Attorney General Jeff Sessions has announced he is entering the Republican Party race to reclaim his former Senate seat in Alabama.President Donald Trump fired his top law official last year after a protracted feud… […]
On gun reform, the battle for the hearts and minds of voters has already been won By Trump
October 3, 2019
One year ago, young people turned out to vote in record numbers to send a message to this nation: We will not stand by and live in a society where gun violence ravages our public spaces, houses of worship and schools. Nearly 40,000 people die every year in this country because of guns, and everyone… […]
Chuck Schumer’s foolishly kind words about Rep. Peter King By Trump
November 12, 2019
Rep. Peter T. King (R-N.Y.) announced Monday he would not seek reelection in 2020, joining the swelling exodus of congressional Republicans ahead of what many expect to be a difficult environment for GOP incumbents. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.) quickly stepped up to praise King, writing on Twitter, “Peter King stood head &… […]
North Carolina congressman says he won’t seek reelection after redistricting | TheHill By Trump
December 6, 2019
Rep. George HoldingGeorge Edward Bell HoldingDemocrats likely to gain seats under new North Carolina maps Education Dept. orders UNC to adjust policies after anti-Semitism complaint North Carolina poised to pass new congressional maps MORE (R-N.C.) announced on Friday that he will not seek reelection in 2020 after a court-ordered redistricting in North Carolina threw his political future… […]
Pete Buttigieg Faces Backlash After Speech At Tea Party Event Resurfaces Online: ‘He’s Done. Absolutely Done’ By Trump
November 20, 2019
Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg faced some strong criticism online after a 2010 video of him speaking at an Indiana state Tea Party event resurfaced this week, with critics of the South Bend mayor accusing him of "sidling up to racists" and saying he's "absolutely done."In his remarks to the group, which came during his… […]
Kirstjen Nielsen’s resignation reveals Stephen Miller is consolidating his electric power above immigration coverage By Trump
April 8, 2019
Get the Think newsletter.April 8, 2019, 9:55 PM GMTBy Julio Ricardo VarelaAs we enter the last 22 months of President Trump's first (and possibly last) term, one thing is certain: Trump believes that his extreme immigration policy, which continues to rip apart mostly Central American families and other asylum seekers, will be the determining factor… […]
Leaders of Qatar, Part I By Trump
November 12, 2019
Mr. Abdulla AlMisnad, Deputy CEO at Qatar Free Zones, H.E. Saleh Hamad Al Sharqi Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO and Board Member of the Qatar Financial Center Qatar's success in promoting a diversified economy is evident in the country's advanced ranking on several international indicators. The… […]
Mulvaney seeks to join lawsuit challenging subpoena | TheHill By Trump
November 9, 2019
Acting White House chief of staff Mick MulvaneyJohn (Mick) Michael MulvaneyKey impeachment witnesses to know as public hearings begin Overnight Defense: New transcripts tie Mulvaney to quid pro quo effort | Mulvaney defies House subpoena | Trump rails against public impeachment hearings Democrats aim to impeach Trump by Christmas MORE asked a court on Friday… […]
House committees seek Ukraine documents from Pence in Trump impeachment inquiry | TheHill By Trump
October 5, 2019
Three House committees conducting an impeachment inquiry asked Vice President Pence on Friday to turn over documents concerning his involvement in President TrumpDonald John TrumpTop US diplomat suggested he could 'quit' over Ukraine dealings READ: Trump officials' texts discussing Ukraine House Democrats release Trump officials' text exchanges discussing Ukraine MORE's efforts to pressure Ukraine into… […]
Judge blocks California law aimed at President Trump’s tax returns By Trump
October 2, 2019
A federal judge has blocked a California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom requiring all presidential candidates, including President Donald Trump, to fork over their tax returns if they wish to appear on the state's primary election ballot in 2020. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump as an interest to stay up to date… […]
Ousted ambassador describes State Department in ‘crisis’ in dramatic impeachment testimony | TheHill By Trump
November 15, 2019
The former top U.S. diplomat to Ukraine described a “crisis” at the State Department during her public impeachment testimony on Friday, voicing concern that the agency’s failure to protect foreign service officials who faced attacks for their work overseas put U.S. interests at risk.Marie YovanovitchMarie YovanovitchLive coverage: Ex-Ukraine ambassador testifies in public impeachment hearing Ex-Trump Russia… […]
Impression | The dishonest smearing of Ilhan Omar By Trump
March 6, 2019
By Paul Waldman Paul Waldman Opinion writer covering politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer March 5 at 2:03 PM In what is surely the most shameful decision of her current term as speaker, Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) has decided that the time has come for the House to rebuke Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) for things she… […]
Trump threatens Turkey after US troop pullout By Trump
October 8, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionUS military vehicles were filmed moving away from the border on Monday President Donald Trump has threatened to destroy Turkey's economy if the country goes "off limits" following his surprise decision to pull US forces out of north-eastern Syria.In a series of angry tweets, Mr Trump defended… […]
Feeling | The initial united exhibit of girl electric power By Trump
May 19, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) addresses a campaign rally at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., on May 16. (Cliff Owen/AP) By Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin Opinion writer covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Email Bio Follow Opinion writer May 19 at 12:00 PM Two political facts emerged in the wake of the batch of… […]
GOP senators balk at lengthy impeachment trial | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
Senators are pushing for a speedy impeachment trial as the proceedings appear poised to spill into 2020. With House Democrats aiming to vote on articles of impeachment by Christmas, Republicans view a trial as all but guaranteed but are warning they don’t want to drag it out. How long a trial could last is a rolling point… […]
Giuliani states Manafort acquired truthful sentence, Cohen must be prosecuted for perjury By Trump
March 9, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpHickenlooper swipes at Trump in campaign launch: He's 'destroying our democracy' Overnight Defense: Pentagon asked to house up to 5,000 migrant children | Judge lifts last injunction against transgender ban | Senators voice anger over problems with military housing | General warns ISIS waiting to resurge Cummings says he needs to examine… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 11, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
Follow Nancy Pelosi’s breadcrumbs on impeachment By Trump
November 15, 2019
There is little doubt who is leading the United States right now. It’s not the beleaguered president facing near-certain impeachment, who has become noteworthy only for his ability to induce chaos and inevitably arrive at a position on the world stage most useful to Russia.It sure is not the Republican congressional leadership. In the case… […]
Trump’s greatest dereliction of duty — his disgraceful denial of climate change By Trump
November 5, 2019
The Trump administration’s announcement that it would withdraw the United States from the Paris climate agreement is a largely symbolic move, but it is nevertheless another reminder of President Trump’s greatest folly: his disgraceful denial of the threat posed by catastrophic climate change. No matter who wins the Democratic presidential nomination, Trump’s open hostility toward… […]
China blames US for trade dispute, but doesn’t escalate By Trump
June 3, 2019
China fired back at the U.S. Sunday over the two nations' trade dispute, issuing a report that blamed the conflict on the Trump administration but refrained from escalating the trade war. The report from the Cabinet spokesman's office said China won't back down on "major issues of principle," but offered no sense of whether or… […]
New poll catapults Buttigieg to frontrunner position in Iowa | TheHill By Trump
November 17, 2019
Support among Iowa democratic voters for Democratic presidential candidate and South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete ButtigiegPeter (Pete) Paul ButtigiegBloomberg to spend 0M on anti-Trump ads in battleground states Hill editor-in-chief: Buttigieg could benefit if impeachment reaches Senate Trump to hold campaign rally in Florida later this month MORE (D) spiked in a new poll released… […]
Twice the Amount of Aid is Now Being Held From Puerto Rico by HUD By Trump
December 6, 2019
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is withholding an additional $8 billion in unmet needs disaster relief from Puerto Rico—two times the amount the department is already illegally delaying—and Congress wants answers.The holdup of the additional money, which lawmakers recently discovered, is further stalling the island nation's ability to recover from Hurricanes Maria… […]
GOP base wakes up in Wisconsin By Trump
April 5, 2019
Wisconsin voters on Tuesday delivered a stinging defeat to Democrats hoping to hold a seat on the state Supreme Court — and a hint that a sleeping Republican base is beginning to wake up just in time for the 2020 presidential election.Just weeks ago, Democrats believed their preferred candidate, Judge Lisa Neubauer, was the heavy… […]
Trump directs ICE to round up migrant families for deportation: Washington Post | TheHill By Trump
June 21, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpAOC is the Trump-era hero we need Nadler apologized after repeatedly calling Hope Hicks 'Ms. Lewandowski' at hearing Trump confirms US was 'cocked and loaded' for Iran strike MORE has directed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to begin rounding up migrant families who have received deportation orders starting this Sunday,… […]
Trump thanks White House Russia expert after he defends Ukraine call | TheHill By Trump
November 1, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump says he would be willing to do 'fireside chat' reading the Zelensky transcript Krystal Ball: 'The weird obsession and freakout over Tulsi Gabbard has massively helped her' Trump says poor treatment and high taxes prompted permanent residence change MORE late Thursday thanked the outgoing top White House Russia expert who testified… […]
A guide to 20 inquiries Trump and his allies are working to impede By Trump
May 12, 2019
(Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Rachael Bade and Rachael Bade Congressional reporter Email Bio Follow Seung Min Kim Seung Min Kim White House reporter Email Bio Follow May 11 at 8:11 PM 1. Tax returns Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is blocking Congress’s request for Trump’s tax returns, a demand based on a 1924 anti-corruption law.… […]
Democratic debate preview: Live updates By Trump
November 21, 2019
Right now: Candidates are talking about climate change.The fifth Democratic debate has begun. On stage in Atlanta are former vice president Joe Biden; Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.); South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg; Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii); Sen. Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.); Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.); Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.); businessman Tom Steyer; Sen. Elizabeth… […]
Jeff Sessions announces bid to return to US Senate By Trump
November 8, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Jeff Sessions appeared on Fox News shortly after confirming his run (file photo) Former US Attorney General Jeff Sessions has announced he is entering the Republican Party race to reclaim his former Senate seat in Alabama.President Donald Trump fired his top law official last year after a protracted feud… […]
Trump’s impeachment shouldn’t be the sole worry for aides involved in the Ukraine scheme By Trump
December 3, 2019
History teaches that doing the bidding of a president does not shield subordinates from the consequences of breaking the law. Whether in Watergate in the 1970s or the Iran-Contra affair in the 1980s, a president’s immunity from prosecution for acts while in office has not spared senior administration officials from being indicted for acting illegally… […]
Government watchdog details severe trauma suffered by separated children | TheHill By Trump
September 4, 2019
Migrant children separated from their parents through the Trump administration’s “zero tolerance” policy experienced more severe mental trauma than children who were not separated, according to a government watchdog report.Separated children “exhibited more fear, feelings of abandonment, and post-traumatic stress” than children who were not separated, according to a report released Wednesday by the Department of… […]
Trump’s Golan assertion attracts potent regional condemnation By Trump
March 22, 2019
From Syria to Turkey and beyond, President Donald Trump's abrupt declaration that Washington will recognize Israel's sovereignty over the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights drew strong condemnation on Friday. The Syrian government called it "irresponsible" and a threat to international peace and stability, while Iran's foreign ministry said it plunges the region into a new crisis. The… […]
Biden campaign slams Trump for criticizing previous vice president on international soil By Trump
May 28, 2019
Joe BidenJoe BidenTrump hits Biden for 1994 crime bill support Will top 2020 Democrats make ending war in Afghanistan a defining issue or an afterthought? Nevada emerges as wild card in 2020 Democratic race MORE's campaign on Tuesday issued a sharp response to President TrumpDonald John TrumpCitizenship and Immigration Services union blasts Trump's pick to head… […]
Baghdadi’s death could mean more American withdrawal in the Middle East. That’s bad news. By Trump
November 1, 2019
The death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is a real victory in the war against terrorist groups. The Islamic State is one of the most cruel and dangerous organizations to have roamed the planet in a long time, and its leader’s death damages it badly. But as recent protests from Iraq to Lebanon have shown, the… […]
Ocasio-Cortez rips into Trump for telling progressive Dems to go back where they ‘came from’ | TheHill By Trump
July 14, 2019
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-CortezAlexandria Ocasio-CortezProgressive groups slam House Democratic leadership's 'escalating attacks' on progressives Omar: 'We never need to ask for permission or wait for an invitation to lead' Ocasio-Cortez's racism charge shows Pelosi at risk of being devoured by the revolution MORE (D-N.Y.) on Sunday decried President TrumpDonald John TrumpDurbin responds to Trump tweet: 'Thank… […]
Trump has bulldozed over Congress on immigration. Will lawmakers ever act? By Trump
November 15, 2019
Republican lawmakers seem to be having self-esteem issues. The legislature, after all, is an equal branch of government with constitutionally granted powers. Lately, nearly all of those powers have been siphoned off by the president and his team of unelected bureaucrats. Yet, again and again, GOP lawmakers meekly submit to this constitutional castration.To wit: Congress’s power… […]
Trump hits out again at Khan over violence By Trump
June 16, 2019
Image copyright PA Image caption US President and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan have been in a "political grudge match" for years US President Donald Trump has once again criticised London Mayor Sadiq Khan, calling him a "national disgrace" who is destroying the UK's capital.His comments came after five attacks in London in less than… […]
Erdoğan visit stirs memories of violent protests | TheHill By Trump
November 10, 2019
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s planned visit to Washington this week is raising concerns about a repeat of violent protests from his 2017 trip, as recent court documents provide new details about the clashes between U.S. and Turkish security personnel.Over a dozen Turkish security officials were first identified by the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) two… […]
Senate Republicans struggle to coalesce behind an impeachment strategy | TheHill By Trump
November 6, 2019
Senate Republicans are casting about for the best strategy to defend President TrumpDonald John TrumpThe Hill Interview: DNC chair calls Latinos 'imperative' to winning in battleground states Democrats give Warren's 'Medicare for All' plan the cold shoulder Senate Republicans struggle to coalesce behind an impeachment strategy MORE from articles of impeachment and divided over several… […]
Report: Heavy fighting between Syrian and Turkish troops By Trump
November 9, 2019
Intense clashes have broken out between Syrian government forces and Turkish troops and Turkey-backed opposition gunmen in the country's north wounding several people including a cameraman for state-run Syrian TV and a paramedicBy ALBERT AJI and SUZAN FRASER Associated PressNovember 9, 2019, 2:38 PM3 min read Intense clashes broke out Saturday between Syrian government troops… […]
Jennifer Garner’s Instagram is the last uncorrupted corner of the internet By Trump
November 4, 2019
Did you know that Jennifer Garner was on “Friends?” OK, OK. She wasn’t on “Friends,” but she did recently use her “Friends” Lego set to act out every single part from the episode “The One with the Embryos,” aka the one where Joey and Chandler compete in a quiz with Monica and Rachel about who… […]
John Solomon foisted a bogus story on Fox News viewers. His punishment? A contract. By Trump
October 8, 2019
John Solomon at the Washington Times in May 2008. (Gerald Martineau/The Washington Post) By Erik Wemple Erik Wemple Media critic with a focus on the ups and downs and downs of the cable-news industry. Email Bio Follow Media critic October 8 at 2:42 PM Fox News host Sean Hannity in late July presented a daring… […]
The Taliban claimed an attack on U.S. forces. Pompeo blamed Iran. By Trump
June 15, 2019
Afghans inspect a damaged car in Kabul on May 31 at the site of an explosion that is believed to have targeted a U.S. convoy. (Jawad Jalali/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock) By Siobhán O'Grady Siobhán O'Grady WorldViews reporter Email Bio Follow June 15 at 1:40 PM On May 31, a suicide bomber targeted a U.S. convoy in eastern Kabul,… […]
Five takeaways from the first Trump impeachment deposition transcripts | TheHill By Trump
November 5, 2019
House Democrats on Monday released the first transcripts from their closed-door hearings.The transcripts are the first full public accounting of testimony from former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch and former top aide to Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard Pompeo2020 presidential candidates slam Trump over withdrawal from Paris climate deal First transcripts reveal deep… […]
‘Why I’m Leaving New York,’ by Donald Trump By Trump
November 1, 2019
When you have great and unmatched wisdom like me, it’s not so hard to see the beginnings of things, and it is not hard to see the ends of things, either. Pretty easy, actually! Everything is easy for me because I have a great brain, and I am sorry for Joan Didion and the others… […]
State Dept. watchdog: Official’s firing was case of political retaliation | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
The report describes the termination of career State employee Sahar Nowrouzzadeh, who is currently a research fellow on Iran at Harvard University. According to the report, Nowrouzzadeh was working in the office of policy planning, a kind of internal think tank for the department, but was eventually reassigned from her work based on accusations stemming… […]
View | On Memorial Day specially, let’s try to remember why and how the U.S. armed service fights By Trump
May 27, 2019
United States Naval Sea Cadets at Arlington National Cemetery on Sunday. (Tom Brenner/Getty Images) By Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin Opinion writer covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Email Bio Follow Opinion writer May 27 at 12:00 PM On Memorial Day, we should remember not only the bravery and sacrifice of America’s fighting men and… […]
Who will Trump blame if we have a recession? By Trump
August 27, 2019
President Trump with reporters outside the White House on Aug. 21. (Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Paul Waldman Paul Waldman Opinion writer covering politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer August 27 at 3:47 PM As most everyone knows by now, economists are increasingly worried that not just the United States but the world might be… […]
Congress braces for chaotic December | TheHill By Trump
December 2, 2019
Congress is barreling toward a chaotic end-of-the-year scramble as lawmakers return for the final work weeks of 2019.Lawmakers have up to 15 days in session to wrap up legislative items like funding the government beyond Dec. 20, while also juggling the House impeachment inquiry that has sucked up most of the political oxygen in Washington.The… […]
Judge releases Trump attorney voicemail reviewed by Mueller By Trump
June 6, 2019
A federal judge on Thursday released the audio of a voicemail that then-Trump attorney John Dowd left in late 2017 asking lawyers for former national security adviser Michael Flynn for a "heads-up" if he knew of information implicating President TrumpDonald John TrumpPelosi privately told Democrats she wants Trump 'in prison': report Pelosi privately told Democrats she wants… […]
Trump rips de Blasio 2020 bid: ‘He is a JOKE’ By Trump
May 16, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpNapolitano claims Trump violated separation of powers 3 times in last week Work on surprise medical bills goes into overdrive Trump pardons media tycoon, former GOP leader of California State Assembly MORE hammered New York City Mayor Bill de BlasioBill de BlasioBill de Blasio to announce presidential bid Thursday Could any 2020… […]
Jay-Z didn’t ‘sell out’ by dealing with the NFL. This is just how activism works. By Trump
August 25, 2019
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, left, and Jay-Z appear at a news conference after the announcement that Roc Nation would partner with the NFL. (Ben Hider/AP) By Michael Eric Dyson Michael Eric Dyson Bio Follow Michael Eric Dyson teaches sociology at Georgetown University and is the author of the forthcoming “JAY-Z: Made in America.” August 23… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 15, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
Stand and deliver, senators By Trump
December 2, 2019
At the end of this impeachment process, whatever its outcome, Americans will need one thing: reason to have faith in the integrity of the 2020 election. Restoring that faith for Americans of all political persuasions should be the supreme goal of every step taken from this point forward by members of the House and Senate.For… […]
Trump learns to love acting officials By Trump
April 14, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpWH spokesman: We're working with DHS, ICE to try to send undocumented immigrants to sanctuary cities Trump says he has legal right to send undocumented immigrants to sanctuary cities Sanders calls on Trump to scrap his trade plan MORE is increasingly relying on officials in high-level government positions to serve in an… […]
Trump says there’s ‘nothing racist’ in attacks against Cummings | TheHill By Trump
July 28, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpIlhan Omar defends Cummings after Trump attacks: He 'wants to distract with his racism' Donald Trump: 'The Great Divider' De Blasio: Democratic debates should address 'why did we lose and what do we do differently' MORE defended his recent attacks on Rep. Elijah CummingsElijah Eugene CummingsIlhan Omar defends Cummings after Trump attacks:… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – 2020 jitters hit both parties in the Senate | TheHill By Trump
July 11, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Thursday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver (CLICK HERE to subscribe!). On Twitter, find us at @asimendinger and @alweaver22.After dealing with primary nightmares for the better part… […]
Morning Update: Dad, Why Is Kenny G In Our Dwelling Room By Trump
February 15, 2019
To get this newsletter in your inbox, sign up right here.President Donald Trump will sign a bill to avoid another government shutdown, and when he does, he will also declare a national emergency in order to build a border wall without the approval of Congress.We are in uncharted territory here — declaring a national emergency… […]
Candidates scramble to qualify for third debate as deadline nears | TheHill By Trump
August 12, 2019
More than a dozen Democratic presidential candidates are at risk of missing their party’s third primary debates in September and are clambering to make the cut ahead of a fast-approaching deadline in late August.Nine candidates have already qualified for the fall debates and two others are getting close, an analysis of fundraising and polling data… […]
NKorea says nuclear talks with US will resume on Oct. 5 By Trump
October 1, 2019
North Korea and the United States have agreed to resume nuclear negotiations this weekend following a months-long stalemate over the withdrawal of sanctions in exchange for disarmament, a senior North Korean diplomat said Tuesday. Interested in North Korea? Add North Korea as an interest to stay up to date on the latest North Korea news,… […]
Trump retreats on danger to shut border By Trump
April 4, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Image caption Could avocado supplies dry up in less than a month? President Donald Trump has dropped a threat to close the border this week, instead giving Mexico a year to stem the flow of illegal drugs and migrants into the US.Mr Trump said if Mexico has not clamped down on smuggling… […]
The free world needs Boris Johnson By Trump
December 8, 2019
President Trump has been wise to stay out of the election in Britain; the almost insanely left-wing Labour Party was desperately hoping that Trump would provide fodder for its imaginary allegations that Prime Minister Boris Johnson is some sort of apprentice to the Sith Lord Trump.But while American officials from both parties should keep their… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 11, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
The Hill’s 12:30 Report: Sights and sounds from Houston debate | TheHill By Trump
September 13, 2019
To view past editions of The Hill's 12:30 Report, click here: http://bit.ly/1M1mIfwTo receive The Hill's 12:30 Report in your inbox, please sign up here: http://bit.ly/1Tt4hqN--> A midday take on what's happening in politics and how to have a sense of humor about it.**Ha. Haha. Hahah. Sniff. Haha. Sniff. Ha--breaks down crying hysterically.The Hill’s 12:30 Report: Sights and sounds from Houston | Debate… […]
Internal Mueller documents show Trump campaign chief pushed unproven theory Ukraine hacked Democrats By Trump
November 3, 2019
President Trump’s former campaign chairman, Paul Manafort, suggested as early as the summer of 2016 that Ukrainians might have been responsible for hacking the Democratic National Committee during the presidential campaign rather than Russians, a key witness told federal investigators last year.Newly released documents show that Manafort’s protege, deputy campaign manager Rick Gates, told the… […]
Analysis | The Houston debate changed few minds but may have opened a few By Trump
September 15, 2019
By Dan Balz Dan Balz Chief correspondent covering national politics, the presidency and Congress Email Bio Follow September 14 at 11:27 AM Everything you need to know about the Democratic debate in Houston is the fact that there isn’t much agreement on exactly what happened. The debate on Thursday was either punctuated by personal attacks… […]
Appeals court rejects Trump’s attempt to withhold tax returns from local prosecutors, setting stage for Supreme Court fight By Trump
November 5, 2019
A federal appeals court on Monday rejected President Trump’s effort to block New York prosecutors from accessing his tax records and Trump’s sweeping claims of presidential immunity.In trying to block a subpoena for his private financial records from New York prosecutors investigating hush-money payments made before the 2016 election, Trump’s attorneys have argued that as… […]
Undermining black homeownership with Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 3, 2019
You’ve likely heard of redlining — the practice of systematizing discrimination based on where you live. You’ve probably even heard us talk about the ways its legacy continues to impact the upward mobility of communities of color. But do you know what happened next? In the wake of urban uprisings in the late 1960s, politicians… […]
‘The watchword is transparency’: Democrats ready to fight for Mueller’s complete findings By Trump
March 23, 2019
By Ellen Nakashima , Ellen Nakashima National security reporter Email Bio Follow Karoun Demirjian and Karoun Demirjian Congressional reporter focusing on national security Email Bio Follow Rachael Bade Rachael Bade Congressional reporter Email Bio Follow March 22 at 7:42 PM House Democrats, concerned that President Trump’s attorney general may withhold evidence of wrongdoing uncovered by… […]
The Top 25 Songs That Matter Right Now By Trump
March 7, 2019
Introduction By Nitsuh Abebe It usually takes a while — a decade or two — before we can look back at a particular era of American life and see it as something coherent, something whose every aspect is marked by one overarching mood. It takes a certain amount of hindsight to notice how all the… […]
Juan Williams: Trump’s Ukraine scandal rooted in fear of Biden | TheHill By Trump
November 18, 2019
Why is President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump reversed course on flavored e-cigarette ban over fear of job losses: report Trump to award National Medal of Arts to actor Jon Voight Sondland notified Trump officials of investigation push ahead of Ukraine call: report MORE so nervous about the 2020 race?He has a record amount of campaign cash.… […]
Trump doesn’t hate anonymous tell-all ‘A Warning,’ because he knows how he can spin it By Trump
November 20, 2019
The new book, “A Warning,” penned by an anonymous author about his or her time serving in the Trump administration, has generated a massive amount of hype given its very timely publication date. Amidst the ongoing impeachment inquiry hearings, the book reportedly garnered massive preorders before its Tuesday release date. That’s good news for the… […]
Impeachment puts spotlight on Georgia Republican eyeing Senate | TheHill By Trump
December 3, 2019
Rep. Doug CollinsDouglas (Doug) Allen CollinsHannity urges listeners to call Georgia governor over Senate pick bucking Trump Trump gives shoutout to Doug Collins ahead of next phase of impeachment hearings Conway says she'll attend impeachment hearing if Schiff testifies MORE isn’t expected to win a coveted appointment this week to fill a Senate seat in… […]
Opinion | Democrats were outraged at how Trump handled the Mueller probe. Now they’re acting the same way. By Trump
October 4, 2019
Attorney General William P. Barr testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee at the Dirksen Building on May 1. (Jahi Chikwendiu/The Washington Post) By Marc A. Thiessen Marc A. Thiessen Columnist focusing on foreign and domestic policy Bio Follow Columnist October 3 at 2:39 PM President Trump’s critics are now complaining that he asked the Australian… […]
Pentagon insists US does not endorse Turkish operation in Syria | TheHill By Trump
October 7, 2019
The Pentagon insisted Monday that the United States is not endorsing an impending Turkish incursion into northern Syria, despite the withdrawal of U.S. forces from the area.“The Department of Defense made clear to Turkey - as did the president - that we do not endorse a Turkish operation in northern Syria. The U.S. Armed Forces… […]
Choose blocks $one billion in funding for President Trump’s border wall By Trump
May 25, 2019
A California federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from using $1 billion diverted from military accounts, including pay and pension funds, to begin border wall construction. The judge did not rule on the legality of the administration’s diversion of another $3.6 billion from military construction funds -- budgeted as part of a national emergency… […]
Senate Republicans blast Pelosi, House Democrats for pursuing impeachment against Trump By Trump
December 6, 2019
A “few” Senate Republicans agree that President Donald Trump's actions were impeachable, but they are unlikely to speak out against the president because they fear the political ramifications, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons said Thursday. “There are, I believe, a few Republicans who recognize that what President Trump did here was demonstrably impeachable, but who are… […]
‘Socialism’ is a GOP smear. Democrats have to fight back. By Trump
December 3, 2019
Andrew Gillum was the mayor of Tallahassee from 2014 to 2018 and the Democratic nominee for Florida governor in 2018. A few days after I became the Democratic nominee for governor of Florida, the Republican nominee, Ron DeSantis, visited the historically Cuban neighborhood of Little Havana in Miami and read aloud, in Spanish, from a… […]
Bloomberg Could Become 2020 Heavyweight Immediately: Political Scientist By Trump
November 17, 2019
The billionaire mogul Michael Bloomberg could have a big impact on the Democratic Party's 2020 primaries, a political scientist has said, amid reports he is preparing the ground to do just that.Bloomberg, 77, is a former mayor of New York City and has been tipped in several previous elections as a potential candidate for president.… […]
Trump says he’s becoming victim of a ‘coup’ | TheHill By Trump
October 2, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpFederal judge halts California law targeting Trump tax returns Trump agriculture chief: No guarantee small farms can survive Harris presses Twitter to 'do something' over Trump's 'coup' tweet MORE on Tuesday escalated his criticism of the Democrats' impeachment inquiry, claiming the process resembled a "coup.""As I learn more and more each day, I am… […]
Sanders sees path to beating Trump in Rust Belt By Trump
April 13, 2019
Sen. Bernie SandersBernard (Bernie) Sanders2020 Dems defend Omar amid Trump criticism Biden, Warren and Sanders express support for striking Stop & Shop workers Two dozen Dem senators urge Trump to extend nuclear treaty with Russia MORE’s (I-Vt.) play for the white working-class voters who helped elect President TrumpDonald John TrumpAppeals court rules Trump admin can… […]
Democratic debate live updates: Candidates talk about their experience By Trump
November 21, 2019
Right now: Candidates address trade and climate change.The fifth Democratic debate has begun. On stage in Atlanta are former vice president Joe Biden; Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.); South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg; Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii); Sen. Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.); Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.); Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.); businessman Tom Steyer; Sen. Elizabeth… […]
Pete Buttigieg, struggling to gain black support, uses N.C. church visit to issue ‘moral call to unity’ By Trump
December 2, 2019
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Pete Buttigieg, the 37-year-old mayor who has turned the heads of mostly white voters in Iowa and New Hampshire, bowed his head Sunday in a church founded by ex-slaves.The Greenleaf Christian Church is pastored by the Rev. William J. Barber II. Barber’s effort to revive Martin Luther King Jr.’s last major project… […]
Democrats ramp up oversight efforts over ‘opportunity zone’ incentive | TheHill By Trump
November 7, 2019
Key congressional Democrats are ramping up their oversight efforts over a program created by President TrumpDonald John TrumpThe Hill Interview: DNC chair calls Latinos 'imperative' to winning in battleground states Democrats give Warren's 'Medicare for All' plan the cold shoulder Senate Republicans struggle to coalesce behind an impeachment strategy MORE's tax-cut law that was designed… […]
Lawmakers spar over upcoming Sondland testimony | TheHill By Trump
November 18, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpGOP divided over impeachment trial strategy Official testifies that Bolton had 'one-on-one meeting' with Trump over Ukraine aid Louisiana governor wins re-election MORE's allies and critics on Sunday took differing views of the implications of U.S. Ambassador to the European Union Gordon SondlandGordon SondlandOfficial testifies that Bolton had 'one-on-one meeting' with Trump… […]
What the North Carolina election in the 9th District foreshadows about 2020 By Trump
September 11, 2019
Whatever the results of Tuesday’s election in North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District, expect Democrats to call it a victory — even if their nominee loses.Recent polling indicates a close race, even though President Donald Trump won the district by 12 points in 2016, with Hillary Clinton receiving less than 43 percent of the vote. Trump… […]
Mitch McConnell No Worse Off for 2020 After Bevin’s Kentucky Loss: Analyst By Trump
November 17, 2019
Republican Matt Bevin's loss of the Kentucky governorship to Democratic candidate Andy Beshear excited opponents of the state's Sen. Mitch McConnell, majority leader in the U.S. Senate, ahead of his own bid for re-election in 2020.Democrats are hoping Bevin's defeat is a sign that the unpopularity of President Donald Trump will terminally damage Republican candidates… […]
Cory Booker: ‘This is why I fight’ By Trump
November 12, 2019
For more conversations like this, subscribe to “Cape UP” on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and anywhere else you listen to podcasts. Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and I go way back. So far back that I knew him before he ran for mayor of Newark the first time in 2002. Back when his every utterance had people… […]
The 13 Republicans needed to pass gun-control legislation | TheHill By Trump
September 15, 2019
If President TrumpDonald John TrumpHarris bashes Kavanaugh's 'sham' nomination process, calls for his impeachment after sexual misconduct allegation Celebrating 'Hispanic Heritage Month' in the Age of Trump Let's not play Charlie Brown to Iran's Lucy MORE endorses gun-control legislation, it will take 13 Senate Republican votes to pass the measure, assuming the entire 47-member caucus… […]
With Trump’s impeachment, Republicans think nobody’s done the reading. Let’s prove them wrong. By Trump
December 5, 2019
Whether it's a case of projection, an assumption or just a deep-seated hope, Republicans in the impeachment hearings Wednesday revealed their expectation that no one's really done the reading when it comes to the case for President Donald Trump's impeachment. "You couldn’t have possibly actually digested the Adam Schiff report from yesterday or the Republican… […]
What to know about the fight over Trump’s tax returns | TheHill By Trump
July 28, 2019
The fight over President TrumpDonald John TrumpIlhan Omar defends Cummings after Trump attacks: He 'wants to distract with his racism' Donald Trump: 'The Great Divider' De Blasio: Democratic debates should address 'why did we lose and what do we do differently' MORE’s tax returns has moved to the courts.In recent weeks, the Democratic-led House Ways… […]
Under Trump, the integrity of government research is in shambles By Trump
October 4, 2019
President Trump displays a path projection map for Hurricane Dorian during a news conference in the Oval Office on Sept. 4. (Tom Brenner/Bloomberg) By Preet Bharara and Christine Todd Whitman October 3 at 7:00 AM Preet Bharara is the former U. S. attorney for the Southern District of New York. Christine Todd Whitman, president of… […]
Juan Williams: Republicans flee Trump | TheHill By Trump
November 4, 2019
Nineteen House Republicans have announced they will be leaving Congress.Republicans are now fleeing Congress at a similar rate as they did in advance of the 2018 midterms when Democrats captured the House majority by winning 41 seats.Polling released last week suggests Republican voters — and their politicians on Capitol Hill — are increasingly exhausted by… […]
Pressure rises on Cheney to make decision | TheHill By Trump
September 12, 2019
Pressure is rising on Rep. Liz CheneyElizabeth (Liz) Lynn CheneyHouse GOP rolls out energy proposal to counter Democrats offshore drilling ban Taliban talks 'dead' after Trump's surprise Camp David plan Overnight Defense: Trump says Taliban talks 'dead' after canceled Camp David meeting | North Korea offers to restart nuke talks this month | Trump denies… […]
What Tuesday’s election results tell us about 2020 By Trump
November 9, 2019
IT WOULD be wrong to overinterpret the results of Tuesday’s elections, especially with regard to what they might portend for 2020. There’s no reason to underinterpret them, either. The vote counts from Kentucky, Virginia and elsewhere represent the latest hard data about voter tendencies and, on the whole, they imply that, even in longtime Southern… […]
Pompeo rejects Dem demands for officials’ testimony | TheHill By Trump
October 2, 2019
Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard PompeoClinton jokes she 'never' had to tell Obama not to 'extort foreign countries' Giuliani says he's received subpoena 'signed only by Democrat Chairs who have prejudged this case' Five things to know as Ukraine fallout widens for Trump MORE signaled Tuesday that five current and former State Department officials… […]
Protesters Rally to Oppose Trump’s ‘Ethnonationalist’ Circuit Court Nominee By Trump
September 12, 2019
Protesters gathered outside a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Wednesday morning to object to the confirmation of President Donald Trump's latest controversial judicial nominee Steve Menashi.A group of activists could be heard chanting "Title IX is one the line" in a video posted to Twitter by NBC correspondent Frank Thorp. Menashi has frequently opposed laws… […]
Twice the Amount of Aid is Now Being Held From Puerto Rico by HUD By Trump
December 7, 2019
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is withholding an additional $8 billion in unmet needs disaster relief from Puerto Rico—two times the amount the department is already illegally delaying—and Congress wants answers.The holdup of the additional money, which lawmakers recently discovered, is further stalling the island nation's ability to recover from Hurricanes Maria… […]
Zelensky was planning to announce Trump’s ‘quid pro quo’ on my show. Here’s what happened. By Trump
November 15, 2019
The phrase “quid pro quo” is usually translated as “something for something.” In the case of President Trump’s communications with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, it appears that the “quo” was supposed to have been a declaration of Zelensky’s commitment to undertake investigations into the 2016 election and Joe Biden. The New York Times has reported… […]
Contextualizing the lockdown of Kashmir with Hafsa Kanjwal: podcast and transcript By Trump
December 4, 2019
Over the past few months communication coming in and out of Kashmir, the highly contested land between India and Pakistan, has been increasingly difficult. The Indian government lead by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to blackout the region in to order to once and for all place Kashmir under Indian control. The move… […]
We need a second opinion on the president’s health By Trump
November 18, 2019
The only thing of which we can be fairly certain about President Trump’s mysterious Saturday-afternoon trip to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center is this: The White House is not telling the truth when it claims the president was there “to begin portions of his routine annual physical exam.”We know this because — well, because… […]
Who is Gordon Sondland, and why does his public testimony matter? By Trump
November 20, 2019
On Wednesday, diplomat Gordon Sondland is publicly testifying in the impeachment inquiry about his work negotiating with Ukrainians to launch investigations into President Trump’s political rivals. He is one of the most crucial witnesses, in that he could be the witness who can link a quid pro quo directly to Trump.Read his private testimony |… […]
Opinion | Have we become numb to Trump’s loathsomeness? By Trump
June 24, 2019
By Paul Waldman Paul Waldman Opinion writer covering politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer June 24 at 12:43 PM When we look back on June 2019, we’ll say that this was the time when a credible allegation of rape was made against the president of the United States, and he had already shown himself to… […]
Trump: Giuliani to deliver report on Ukraine trip to Congress, Barr | TheHill By Trump
December 8, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpPence: It's not a "foregone conclusion" that lawmakers impeach Trump FBI identifies Pensacola shooter as Saudi Royal Saudi Air Force second lieutenant Trump calls Warren 'Pocahontas,' knocks wealth tax MORE said that Rudy GiulianiRudy GiulianiTrump: Giuliani to deliver report on Ukraine trip to Congress, Barr Trump denies report that he still uses… […]
Erdogan shows anti-Kurdish video at White House By Trump
November 14, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Mr Erdogan (centre left) and Mr Trump (centre right) met Republican Senators, including Lindsey Graham (left) in the Oval Office Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sparked tensions during his US visit when he showed Republican senators an anti-Kurdish video, US media say.On Wednesday Mr Erdogan played the video on… […]
Push to investigate Bidens sets up potential for Senate turf war | TheHill By Trump
December 4, 2019
A push by President TrumpDonald John TrumpTop Democrat: 'Obstruction of justice' is 'too clear not to include' in impeachment probe Former US intel official says Trump would often push back in briefings Schiff says investigators seeking to identify who Giuliani spoke to on unlisted '-1' number MORE and his allies to investigate the Bidens has… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 15, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
US envoy blocked from Trump impeachment inquiry By Trump
October 8, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Ambassador Gordon Sondland has been blocked from testifying The Trump administration has blocked the US ambassador to the European Union from appearing before a congressional impeachment investigation.Gordon Sondland was due to meet behind closed doors on Tuesday with staff from three Democratic-led House committees.The committee chairmen vowed to issue… […]
Trump Insists the Constitution’s Article II ‘Allows Me to Do Whatever I Want’ By Trump
June 16, 2019
President Donald Trump insisted that Article II of the U.S. Constitution "allows" him to do "whatever" he wants, arguing that he never planned to fire Special Counsel Robert Mueller but had every legal right to do so.The president made the remarks during an exclusive interview with ABC News' host George Stephanopoulos, part of which was… […]
Opinion | The three big winners of the Houston debate By Trump
September 14, 2019
Democratic presidential candidates are introduced for the Democratic presidential primary debate hosted by ABC on the campus of Texas Southern University in Houston on Thursday. (Eric Gay/AP) By Henry Olsen Henry Olsen Columnist focusing on politics, populism, and American conservative thought Email Bio Follow Columnist September 13 at 12:37 PM Thursday’s Democratic debate lacked the… […]
Key takeaways from first public impeachment hearing | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
The first public impeachment hearing in 20 years featured two career diplomats on the front lines of President TrumpDonald John TrumpGOP senators balk at lengthy impeachment trial Warren goes local in race to build 2020 movement 2020 Democrats make play for veterans' votes MORE’s dealings with Ukraine. William Taylor, the acting ambassador to Ukraine, and George… […]
‘Start Here’: What you need to know about the first impeachment hearing By Trump
November 14, 2019
It's Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019. Let's start here. 1. Taylor-made testimony In the first public hearing of the impeachment battle, William Taylor, the top diplomat in Ukraine, and George Kent, a senior State Department official, testified that President Donald Trump withheld military aid to Ukraine and pressured the country to investigate former Vice President Joe… […]
Pelosi hints that a USMCA deal might be near. It’s a wise move for Democrats. By Trump
November 18, 2019
On THURSDAY, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) suggested both that President Trump may be impeachable due to “bribery” and gave her strongest signal yet that the House Democratic leadership is close to a deal with the White House that would enable the passage of Mr. Trump’s update to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).… […]
Congressional leaders get categorized Iran briefing By Trump
May 16, 2019
Congressional leaders emerged tight-lipped Thursday from a classified briefing on Iran amid concerns about new tensions in the Gulf escalating to war.House Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy Patricia D'Alesandro PelosiOn The Money: Mnuchin signals officials won't release Trump tax returns | Trump to hold off on auto tariffs | WH nears deal with Mexico, Canada on metal… […]
Trump will ‘strongly consider’ testifying By Trump
November 19, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Image caption President Trump says the impeachment inquiry against him is a "witch hunt" House of Representatives investigators are looking into whether President Donald Trump lied to special counsel Robert Mueller during the Russia probe."Did the president lie?" a House lawyer said in court as he requested files from the special counsel's… […]
Iran’s network of influence in Mid-East ‘growing’ By Trump
November 7, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) is estimated to have more than 150,000 active personnel Iran is winning the strategic struggle for influence in the Middle East against its rival, Saudi Arabia, according to a study by the London-based International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS).Iran's regional rivals have spent… […]
Republicans slam Trump’s decision on US forces in Syria that puts allies at risk By Trump
October 8, 2019
President Donald Trump’s decision to have U.S. forces in northern Syria step aside to make way for Turkish troops and put U.S.-allied Syrian Kurds at risk, has sparked outrage among Trump’s closest allies on Capitol Hill, with many Republicans questioning Trump’s leadership on foreign policy issues. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump as an… […]
If they’re not true to their history, Democrats risk squandering a rare opportunity By Trump
November 19, 2019
Rahm Emanuel, a Democrat, is a former mayor of Chicago, congressman from Illinois and White House chief of staff.Credit where credit is due: Sens. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) have done a masterful job baiting the rest of the field into fighting this campaign on their turf. Many voters inevitably presume today that… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – Fallout from day one of Trump impeachment hearing | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Thursday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver are the up-early co-creators. Find us @asimendinger and @alweaver22 on Twitter and CLICK HERE to subscribe!House Democrats received a major boost during… […]
Trump’s base is smaller than he thinks By Trump
October 7, 2019
(Chris Seward/AP) By E.J. Dionne Jr. E.J. Dionne Jr. Columnist covering national politics Email Bio Follow Columnist October 6 at 5:43 PM The debate over impeaching President Trump reveals an irony: Those who favor it have far more respect for the president’s supporters than those who oppose it. Critics of impeachment argue that the effort… […]
Now the real battle for the Democratic nomination begins By Trump
November 4, 2019
DES MOINES —The Iowa Democratic Party’s rowdy fall fundraising dinner has a storied spot on the presidential campaign calendar.The event, which took place here Friday night, marks the moment when the race turns into its final stretch before voting actually begins, and the dinner can be counted on to draw the single biggest Democratic gathering… […]
Democrats debate how to defeat Trump: fight or heal | TheHill By Trump
November 11, 2019
DES MOINES, Iowa — As Democratic presidential candidates debate the right approach to health care, immigration and taxing the wealthy, their policy disputes reflect an underlying disagreement over the tone and tenor the next president should take: Do primary voters want a fighter, or a unifier who can bring the nation together?Stumping across this critical first-in-the-nation… […]
Trump withdraws pick for US intelligence boss By Trump
August 2, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media caption'The head of US intelligence has to be non-partisan', warns former CIA operative. US President Doanld Trump has withdrawn his choice for director of national intelligence amid criticism that the Texas congressman was under-qualified.Mr Trump tweeted that he told Texas Republican John Ratcliffe that the nomination process… […]
Trump says the Bidens should testify | TheHill By Trump
November 8, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpBiden allies see boost in Tuesday's election results Sanders vows to end Trump's policies as he unveils immigration proposal Republicans warn election results are 'wake-up call' for Trump MORE on Thursday called for former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenBiden allies see boost in Tuesday's election results Trump rails against House Democrats, impeachment… […]
Biden vows to beat Trump ‘like a drum’ in 2020 election | TheHill By Trump
October 6, 2019
Democratic presidential candidate Joe BidenJoe BidenTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower North Korea missile test raises fears of new capabilities Trump told House Republicans that he made Ukraine call because of Perry: Report MORE on Saturday voiced outrage over what he called President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower North Korea missile test raises fears of new… […]
So this is why Trump doesn’t want officials to testify By Trump
November 5, 2019
Now we see why the Trump administration doesn’t want officials to testify in the impeachment inquiry.Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the first batch of transcripts Monday from the closed-door depositions, including that of Marie Yovanovitch, the U.S. ambassador to Ukraine removed from her post by President Trump at the urging of his lawyer,… […]
Graham plans to invite Giuliani to testify on Ukraine affair By Trump
October 9, 2019
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham said Tuesday he intends to invite Rudy Giuliani, the president's personal attorney, to testify about what he called "corruption in Ukraine" and "other improprieties involving Ukraine." Interested in Impeachment Inquiry? Add Impeachment Inquiry as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Impeachment Inquiry news, video, and… […]
South Carolina GOP appears to violate own rules in canceling primary for Trump | TheHill By Trump
September 8, 2019
The South Carolina Republican Party appeared to violate its own rules on Saturday when the party's executive committee voted to cancel next year's primary election.The executive committee voted nearly unanimously to cancel the primary, state party chairman Drew McKissick said, because President TrumpDonald John TrumpWashington Post editor fires back after Trump attack on reporters Democrats ignore Asian… […]
Top court seems to back Trump on immigration case By Trump
November 13, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images The US Supreme Court appears ready to overturn an Obama-era programme that protects nearly 700,000 undocumented immigrants from deportation.The White House tried to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (Daca) policy in 2017 as part of an immigration crackdown.During oral arguments, the court's conservative justices seemed sympathetic to the White… […]
Trump Is ‘Involved in a Big Cover-Up,’ Watergate Congresswoman Says: ‘He Knows He’s in Big Trouble’ By Trump
December 7, 2019
A former Democratic congresswoman who was on the House Judiciary Committee when it adopted articles of impeachment against President Richard Nixon over the Watergate scandal accused President Donald Trump of being "involved in a big cover-up."It was Nixon's role in the cover-up of Watergate that sank his presidency, and he resigned from the White House… […]
President Trump targets Rep. Ilhan Omar with a video of twin towers burning By Trump
April 14, 2019
By Eli Rosenberg and Eli Rosenberg General assignment reporter covering national and breaking news Email Bio Follow Kayla Epstein Kayla Epstein Embedded audience editor on the National desk Email Bio Follow April 13 at 11:57 AM President Trump on Friday tweeted a video attacking Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) for the way she phrased a reference… […]
Republicans portrayed Vindman as disloyal. They have no sense of decency. By Trump
November 20, 2019
So this is how President Trump and his apologists say “thank you for your service.”Army Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman sat forward in the witness chair, festooned. On his left breast he wore the Combat Infantryman Badge, a testament to his ground combat in Iraq, and below that the Purple Heart, a souvenir of the IED… […]
The future of capitalism is a crucial issue in 2020. The debate isn’t simple. By Trump
November 17, 2019
PRIVATE PROPERTY and, indeed, private wealth, are integral to any free society. They define a sphere of personal control over valuable tangible and intangible goods that is legally off-limits to the state. The prospect of acquiring more property fosters economic growth by encouraging individuals to innovate and produce. And, more subtly perhaps, private wealth —… […]
Analysis | The protesters of Hong Kong and Moscow aren’t backing down By Trump
August 12, 2019
By Ishaan Tharoor Ishaan Tharoor Reporter covering foreign affairs, geopolitics and history Email Bio Follow August 12 at 12:59 AM Want smart analysis of the most important news in your inbox every weekday, along with other global reads, interesting ideas and opinions? Sign up for the Today’s WorldView newsletter. (Yuri Kochetkov/EPA-EFE/REX) In two world cities,… […]
Vindman defends impeachment witnesses, describes concerns about Trump Ukraine call | TheHill By Trump
November 20, 2019
A top White House expert on Ukraine testifying publicly in the House impeachment inquiry into President TrumpDonald John TrumpMost Americans break with Trump on Ukraine, but just 45 percent think he should be removed: poll Judge orders Democrats to give notice if they request Trump's NY tax returns Trump's doctor issues letter addressing 'speculation' about… […]
Everything we know about the devastating fire at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris By Trump
April 15, 2019
The spire on top of France's Notre Dame Cathedral collapsed during a huge fire on Monday. Images of the blaze showed plumes of smoke rising from flames at the top of the building. "Everything is burning, nothing will remain from the frame," Notre Dame spokesman Andre Finot said, according to the Associated Press. The Paris police department said that… […]
Trump says the Bidens should testify | TheHill By Trump
November 8, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpBiden allies see boost in Tuesday's election results Sanders vows to end Trump's policies as he unveils immigration proposal Republicans warn election results are 'wake-up call' for Trump MORE on Thursday called for former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenBiden allies see boost in Tuesday's election results Trump rails against House Democrats, impeachment… […]
Trump’s smearing of ex-Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch echoes Christine Blasey Ford By Trump
November 19, 2019
Like many Americans, we expected the testimony of the former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, Marie Yovanovitch, to be powerful. We did not expect it to prove so emotional, or to feel so familiar.When the impeachment inquiry hearing began last Friday, Yovanovitch, a 33-year State Department veteran with a calming voice, opened with an emphasis on… […]
Pelosi takes fire from progressives over border | TheHill By Trump
July 9, 2019
Tensions in the House Democratic Caucus are spilling into the open over how to address dismal conditions at migrant detention centers on the border.Progressives are angry with centrists and Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiBorder funding bill's passage shows adroit leadership can move Congress beyond gridlock GOP polling: Impeachment unpopular in swing districts Speaker Pelosi, seize the… […]
Embattled Puerto Rico governor resigns after weeks of protests By Trump
July 25, 2019
Gov. Ricardo Rossello, the embattled leader of Puerto Rico, has resigned after weeks of protest and multiple declarations he would remain in office through January 2021. Interested in Puerto Rico? Add Puerto Rico as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Puerto Rico news, video, and analysis from ABC News. Rossello, who… […]
Biden fires back at Trump on Ukraine: ‘He is the definition of corruption’ By Trump
October 5, 2019
Former Vice President Joe Biden issued some of his strongest rebukes to date of President Donald Trump's allegations against him after revelations that Trump pushed the Ukrainian president to investigate him and his son, Hunter. Interested in Impeachment Inquiry? Add Impeachment Inquiry as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Impeachment Inquiry… […]
Despite 4-month decline, unauthorized border crossings nearing 1 million By Trump
October 9, 2019
Despite a decline of more than 60% over the last four months, the number of unauthorized migrants stopped at the southern border reached nearly 1 million in the 2019 fiscal year -- the most recorded since at least 2014. Interested in Immigration? Add Immigration as an interest to stay up to date on the latest… […]
Democrats release two new transcripts ahead of next public impeachment hearings | TheHill By Trump
November 19, 2019
A State Department staffer told House lawmakers last week that he believed officials in Ukraine "gradually came to understand that they were being asked to do something" in order for a hold on security assistance from the U.S. to be lifted, according to a transcript released by House Democrats on Monday evening. David Holmes, a career State… […]
Trump move on flavored e-cigarettes may hit adults trying to quit | TheHill By Trump
September 15, 2019
The Trump administration's looming ban on flavored e-cigarette sales is aimed at stopping kids from vaping, but it could have unintended consequences for adults who use those products to quit smoking tobacco. The Trump administration argues flavors such as cherry and mint are fueling a youth vaping "epidemic" and must be removed from the market. But… […]
Roger Stone embodies the political age from Nixon to Trump By Trump
November 16, 2019
Howard Fineman, a former chief political correspondent for Newsweek, is a news analyst for NBC and MSNBC. In 1978, Democrat Charles “Pug” Ravenel was giving Sen. Strom Thurmond (R), the former segregationist, a tough race for reelection in South Carolina. Ravenel was from a prominent, well-liked local family, but had made the mistake of prepping… […]
Trump rages about impeachment on Twitter, but he has Republicans to blame for the rules By Trump
November 12, 2019
Last week, President Donald J. Trump complained that he would be getting “no lawyer” and “no due process” during the House impeachment hearings, set to begin Wednesday.The irony of course is that if Trump is unhappy with how the impeachment process is unfolding, he has mostly Republicans to blame. After all, they are the ones… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – 2020 Dems grapple with race, gender and privilege By Trump
March 18, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Monday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Jonathan Easley and Alexis Simendinger (CLICK HERE to subscribe!). On Twitter, you can find us at @joneasley and @asimendinger.****The 2020 Democratic presidential primary will be… […]
Are US child migrant detainees entitled to soap? By Trump
June 20, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Migrants inside the fence of a makeshift detention center in El Paso, Texas A Trump administration lawyer has disputed in court whether detained migrant children are entitled to toothbrushes and soap.The Department of Justice argued the government was adhering to a landmark ruling requiring migrants to be kept in… […]
Opinion | Evangelicals view Trump as their protector. Will they stand by him in 2020? By Trump
August 14, 2019
When my airplane dipped beneath the clouds, I could finally see the earth: interminable horizon, crisscrossing bands of interstate, the cities of the plains, home to more than 7 million souls. Landing in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex feels like drifting down to reality; if everything is bigger in Texas, it’s also more intense — the… […]
Opinion | Are we becoming too stupid to govern ourselves? By Trump
May 30, 2019
Measles, mumps and rubella vaccines. (Seth Wenig/AP) By Max Boot Max Boot Columnist covering national security Email Bio Follow Columnist May 29 at 4:25 PM Measles was declared eliminated in 2000, but so far this year 940 individual cases have been reported throughout the country. All because a growing number of parents, in thrall to “anti-vaxxer”… […]
Pentagon set to expand military role along southern border By Trump
April 27, 2019
Soldiers from the Kentucky-based 19th Engineer Battalion install barbed wire on fences along the banks of the Rio Grande in Laredo, Tex., in November. (Thomas Watkins/AFP/Getty Images) By Greg Jaffe , Greg Jaffe National security reporter Email Bio Follow Missy Ryan and Missy Ryan Reporter covering the Pentagon, military issues and national security Email Bio… […]
Right here are the ten situations Robert Mueller investigated for likely obstruction of justice prices towards Donald Trump By Trump
April 18, 2019
Special counsel Robert Mueller's detailed report on his nearly two-year probe into Russia election interference shows that while his office struggled to make a decision on whether President Donald Trump obstructed justice, it is in no way exonerating his behavior.“The evidence we obtained about the President’s actions and intent presents difficult issues that would need to be… […]
Trump-friendly judges run out the clock on impeachment By Trump
November 19, 2019
There’s not much the Trump administration and House Democrats agree on during these impeachment proceedings, but Judge Richard J. Leon brought them together — in opposition to him.President Trump’s former deputy national security adviser, Charles Kupperman, filed a lawsuit seeking a ruling on whether to testify before the impeachment inquiry, a case closely watched by… […]
This Halloween, remember witch hunts were created by a patriarchy terrified of older women By Trump
November 1, 2019
On a summer morning in 1692, Bridget Bishop, who was accused of being a witch, was hanged from an oak tree in Salem, Massachusetts, then dumped into a shallow grave. The thrice-married Bridget, 60, was decried for possessing dark powers by her stepchildren after her second husband’s death, in what may have been a bid… […]
Teen vaping numbers climb, fueled by Juul and mint flavor By Trump
November 5, 2019
New research shows U.S. teens who use electronic cigarettes prefer those made by Juul Labs, and mint is the favorite flavor for many of them, suggesting a shift after the company stopped selling fruit and dessert flavors in stores. Interested in Vaping? Add Vaping as an interest to stay up to date on the latest… […]
Suburban anxiety drives GOP on guns | TheHill By Trump
September 10, 2019
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellMajority fear mass shooting in their community: poll Top Democrats press Trump on background checks legislation The Hill's Morning Report - Congress returns: What to expect MORE (R-Ky.) and members of his caucus are tiptoeing toward legislation addressing gun violence amid deep anxiety over eroding GOP support in… […]
Opinion | Kamala Harris steps out of her comfort zone — and it works By Trump
June 24, 2019
By Karen Tumulty Karen Tumulty Columnist covering national politics Email Bio Follow Columnist June 23 at 5:30 PM COLUMBIA, S.C. When Kamala D. Harris launched her campaign for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination in January, it seemed that the senator from California might be the one in this crowded field who had it all: experience,… […]
Democrats release transcript of top Pentagon official as part of impeachment inquiry | TheHill By Trump
November 12, 2019
House Democrats released three new transcripts from closed-door depositions Monday as they charge toward the open hearing phase of their impeachment inquiry later this week.The release included the transcript of Laura Cooper, a top Defense Department official who oversees Ukraine. She testified about the Trump administration's decision to withhold nearly $400 million in aid, which Democrats are examining as part of their investigation… […]
Jared Kushner says Florida ex-felons are part of “the new coalition that President Trump is building” By Trump
April 2, 2019
White House senior adviser Jared Kushner said on Fox News that more ex-felons had registered as Republicans than the Democrats in Florida.In a wide-ranging interview with host Laura Ingraham, President Donald Trump's son-in-law expressed his satisfaction at seeing the passage last year of the bipartisan criminal justice reform bill, called the First Step Act, which… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report: Trump walks back from ‘send her back’ chants | TheHill By Trump
July 19, 2019
© Getty ImagesWelcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. TGIF! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver (CLICK HERE to subscribe!). On Twitter, find us at @asimendinger and @alweaver22.Less than 24 hours after President TrumpDonald John TrumpAmash… […]
Trump administration nearly doubles H-2B guest visa program, which brings many Mexican workers By Trump
April 7, 2019
Mexican workers sleep as an overnight bus ride brings them from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, to Denver. The workers were hired by CoCal Landscape, a Denver-based landscaping company, as temporary employees through H2-B visas in 2017. (Bastien Inzaurralde/The Washington Post) By Heather Long Heather Long Economics correspondent Email Bio Follow April 6 at 11:44 AM As… […]
Turkish troops launch Syria offensive By Trump
October 9, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionSmoke rises after Turkey's air strikes Turkish warplanes have bombed parts of north-eastern Syria at the start of an offensive which could lead to conflict with Kurdish-led allies of the US.Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the operation was to create a "safe zone" cleared of Kurdish… […]
Prosecutors examining former Rep. Bob Livingston over Ukraine: Sources By Trump
November 2, 2019
A new name in the House impeachment inquiry, former Republican Rep. Bob Livingston, has surfaced in the ongoing investigation by federal prosecutors in New York into efforts by President Donald Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani and his associates in connection with Ukraine, multiple sources have told ABC News. Interested in Impeachment Inquiry? Add Impeachment Inquiry… […]
Sen. Johnson says whistleblower’s sources ‘exposed things that didn’t need to be exposed’ By Trump
November 17, 2019
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said Sunday that the Trump administration officials who provided information to the anonymous whistleblower about the president’s efforts to pressure Ukraine “exposed things that didn’t need to be exposed.”“This would have been far better off if we would’ve just taken care of this behind the scenes,” Johnson said in an interview… […]
Opinion | Trump’s trade war is about to make it harder for Americans abroad to vote By Trump
September 14, 2019
Lanyards for members of the media await attendees of the Democratic presidential candidate debate in Houston on Thursday. (Callaghan O'Hare/Bloomberg) By Brian Klaas Brian Klaas DemocracyPost contributor Email Bio Follow DemocracyPost contributor September 13 at 3:25 PM In 1874, Ulysses S. Grant was president. Levi Strauss received a patent for blue jeans the year before.… […]
White House struggles to get in synch on impeachment | TheHill By Trump
November 12, 2019
A White House that has repeatedly struggled to get in sync is sending messages of disharmony days before the first televised public impeachment hearings, which are expected to highlight the divide in the administration over President TrumpDonald John TrumpFive landmark moments of testimony to Congress Lindsey Graham basks in the impeachment spotlight Democrats sharpen their… […]
Opinion | First, the GOP shrinks. Then it should get crushed. By Trump
August 2, 2019
Rep. Will Hurd (R-Tex.) speaks at a news conference outside the Capitol in Washington in February. (Erin Scott/Reuters) By Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin Opinion writer covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Email Bio Follow Opinion writer August 2 at 11:39 AM Sane Senate Republicans and critics of President Trump, including Bob Corker (Tenn.) and… […]
Facebook Removes Pro-Trump Patriotic ‘Police Lives Matter’ Pages After They Were Found to Be Run From Kosovo By Trump
October 3, 2019
Facebook has taken down a network of pages that promoted American patriotism and President Donald Trump after they were revealed to be run from Kosovo.There were more than 170,000 followers of the "Police Lives Matter" page, which shared provocative viral content supporting U.S. police officers and included pages with the titles "All Lives Matter," "I… […]
House Republicans voice concerns about White House’s impeachment messaging | TheHill By Trump
October 3, 2019
House Republicans are expressing frustration with how the White House is handling the Democratic charge on impeachment. They say the administration has suffered from an ineffective, inconsistent message with some going as far as questioning whether the White House has a plan at all for taking on the Democrats.“Who knows what playbook they are on,” one… […]
North Korea says it carried out ‘very important test’ By Trump
December 8, 2019
North Korea says it has carried out a “very important test” at its long-range rocket launch site that it reportedly rebuilt after having partially dismantled it when it entered denuclearization talks with the UBy HYUNG-JIN KIM Associated PressDecember 8, 2019, 8:44 AM5 min read North Korea said Sunday that it carried out a “very important… […]
Al Franken says he ‘absolutely’ regrets resigning | TheHill By Trump
July 22, 2019
Al FrankenAlan (Al) Stuart FrankenAl Franken says he 'absolutely' regrets resigning Trump's new labor chief alarms Democrats, unions Al Franken: It's time to start taking Trump 'literally' MORE told The New Yorker in an interview published Monday that he "absolutely" regrets resigning from the Senate in 2018 following sexual harassment allegations from eight women.Franken explained that in retrospect he… […]
Trump made an empty promise on guns — again By Trump
November 4, 2019
“WE CANNOT let those killed in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, die in vain. Likewise for those so seriously wounded. We can never forget them, and those many who came before them. Republicans and Democrats must come together and get strong background checks. . . .We must have something good, if not GREAT, come… […]
Why Trump’s obscene tweets on the Ukraine scandal help him — and hurt everyone else By Trump
October 7, 2019
The average American swears 80 to 90 times a day. There are no studies about how often the average politician swears, but anecdotal evidence argues for a lot. Beto O’Rourke has entered a “f--- it”phase as journalist Michael Kruse puts it, dropping the profanity as often as he breaks into high school Spanish. Joe Biden… […]
The Supreme Court’s asylum decision shows Trump doesn’t have to build his wall. He has the law. By Trump
September 13, 2019
President Donald Trump can’t get his border wall built, but he's been creating policies so that he doesn't need to, building an invisible wall to foreclose upon the possibility of migration from Central America. His attacks on asylum-seekers — primarily migrants from El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras who are fleeing violence, rape, persecution and social… […]
Lindsey Graham: House Dems striving to make something out of nothing at all around Mueller report By Trump
April 30, 2019
Senator Lindsey Graham has accused House Democrats of enacting “political revenge” in their multiple ongoing investigations into President Donald Trump, insisting that the Mueller report is the “final word” on the Russia investigation.Attorney General William Barr is due to appear this week in front of both the House and Senate judiciary committees to give testimony on… […]
House Judiciary to file complaint to force McGahn to testify | TheHill By Trump
August 7, 2019
Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiThe Hill's Morning Report - How will Trump be received in Dayton and El Paso? Conservatives buck Trump over worries of 'socialist' drug pricing McConnell faces pressure to bring Senate back for gun legislation MORE (D-Calif.) says the head of the House Judiciary Committee will move forward Wednesday with plans to enforce a subpoena… […]
Incompetence is not an impeachable offense By Trump
November 14, 2019
The problem with most conspiracy theories is that they presume too much competence on the part of the conspirators. The same may be true when it comes to President Trump’s alleged quid pro quo with Ukraine. As Sen. Lindsey O. Graham (R-S.C.) put it, “What I can tell you about the Trump policy towards the… […]
Trump views the Supreme Court as an ally, sowing doubt about its independence among his critics By Trump
April 28, 2019
Supreme Court Justices, from left, John G. Roberts Jr., Elena Kagan, Neil M. Gorsuch and Brett M. Kavanaugh listen as President Trump gives his State of the Union in February. (Doug Mills/AP) By Robert Barnes and Robert Barnes Reporter covering the U.S. Supreme Court Email Bio Follow Josh Dawsey Josh Dawsey Reporter covering the White… […]
Mueller provides report to Justice By Trump
March 22, 2019
Robert MuellerRobert Swan MuellerSasse: US should applaud choice of Mueller to lead Russia probe MORE has delivered his confidential report to Attorney General William Barr, signaling the end of a two-year investigation that has dominated President TrumpDonald John TrumpSenate GOP budget ignores Trump, cuts defense Trump says he'll nominate Stephen Moore to Fed White House:… […]
US to ground all Boeing crash aircraft By Trump
March 13, 2019
Image copyright Joe Raedle Boeing has grounded its entire global fleet of 737 Max aircraft after investigators uncovered new evidence at the scene of the fatal Ethiopian Airlines crash.The US plane-maker said it would suspend all 371 of the aircraft.The Federal Aviation Administration said fresh evidence as well as newly refined satellite data prompted the… […]
We’re living in the golden age of whistleblowers By Trump
October 8, 2019
A man holds a sign about the Trump whistleblower near the White House on Monday. (Jim Lo Scalzo/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock) By Tom Mueller October 7 at 4:12 PM Tom Mueller is the author of “ Crisis of Conscience: Whistleblowing in an Age of Fraud .” Welcome to the golden age of whistleblowers. It’s a shame we are… […]
GOP senator: Republicans don’t have votes to dismiss impeachment articles | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
Sen. John CornynJohn CornynMcConnell, GOP leaders say they won't be watching House impeachment hearing GOP senators warn against Trump firing intelligence community official Falling investment revives attacks against Trump's tax cuts MORE (R-Texas), an adviser to Senate Republican leadership, says there are not enough votes in the Senate to immediately dismiss any articles of impeachment… […]
Pentagon distances itself from Ukraine controversy | TheHill By Trump
October 7, 2019
The Pentagon is working to distance itself from the controversy surrounding President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower North Korea missile test raises fears of new capabilities Window narrows for Trump trade deals MORE's communications with Ukraine that has plunged Washington into an impeachment crisis.Department officials in the past week have sought to avoid the… […]
Facing trauma with Jason Kander: podcast and transcript By Trump
September 12, 2019
WARNING: This episode discusses suicidal ideation.How do you know when it’s time to ask for help? For former Missouri Secretary of State Jason Kander, the moment came just as his political star was rising. In October of 2018, in the final stages of what looked like a successful mayoral bid and while part of conversations… […]
The GOP tax cut failed. Their response? Let’s do it again! By Trump
November 1, 2019
Faced with a slowing economy and waves of factory closures and farming bankruptcies, President Trump and Republican lawmakers are finally going back to the drawing board.So far, this brain trust has come up with . . . the exact same failed policy formula that got us these results in the first place.U.S. economic growth slowed again in… […]
Trump says Chad Wolf now acting Homeland Security chief, adding to confusion about transition By Trump
November 2, 2019
President Trump told reporters Friday evening that Chad Wolf is the new acting secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, but it was unclear whether a formal appointment had occurred, extending confusion about who would step in to fill one of the country’s most crucial national security posts.After reporters asked Trump about rumors he was… […]
North Dakota company that Trump touted gets $400 million border wall contract By Trump
December 3, 2019
A company that President Trump urged military officials to hire for border wall construction has been awarded a $400 million contract to build a span of new barrier across an Arizona wildlife refuge, according to a Defense Department announcement Monday.North Dakota-based Fisher Sand and Gravel won the contract to build in the Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife… […]
Analysis | Who is Eric Swalwell? And why did he just tell Joe Biden to ‘pass the torch’? By Trump
June 28, 2019
Rep. Eric Swalwell (Calif.), right, speaks during the the first Democratic presidential primary debate as Sen. Michael Bennet (Colo.) listens. (Wilfredo Lee/AP) By Amber Phillips Amber Phillips Reporter for The Fix covering Congress, statehouses Email Bio Follow June 27 at 11:40 PM We knew that former vice president Joe Biden was going to take some… […]
Trump says he’s an antiabortion champion like Reagan. Background says: Not quite. By Trump
May 19, 2019
President-elect Ronald Reagan and Vice President-elect George H.W. Bush in 1980. (John McDonnell/The Washington Post) By Alex Horton Alex Horton General assignment reporter covering national and breaking news Email Bio Follow May 19 at 3:53 PM In a Saturday tweetstorm, President Trump bent the reality of Ronald Reagan to align himself with the former president’s… […]
Trump denies prepare to independent migrant families, blames Obama for ‘cages’ By Trump
April 9, 2019
President Trump speaks in the Oval Office on Tuesday. (Evan Vucci/AP) By Nick Miroff and Nick Miroff Reporter covering immigration enforcement, drug trafficking and national security Email Bio Follow John Wagner John Wagner National reporter leading The Post's breaking political news team Email Bio Follow April 9 at 1:19 PM President Trump denied Tuesday that… […]
White House, Congress near deal to give 12 weeks paid parental leave to all federal workers | TheHill By Trump
December 7, 2019
The White House and Congress have reached a tentative agreement to grant 12 weeks of paid parental leave to all federal workers, according to a congressional source, in what would be a historic deal.A draft for a must-pass defense policy bill includes language that would grant the paid leave for 2.1 million civilians who work for… […]
Tide, Tigers and Trump: President hopes for home-field advantage in Alabama | TheHill By Trump
November 9, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump encounters GOP resistance to investigating Hunter Biden Trump's 2016 team sounds alarm as Democrats make gains Whistleblower lawyer sends cease and desist to White House over Trump's attacks MORE heads to Alabama on Saturday for the most hotly anticipated regular season college football game in years, where he will seek relief from… […]
Trump to hold campaign rally in North Carolina | TheHill By Trump
August 27, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpSenate Democrats warn Trump: Don't invite Putin to G-7 Trump blames Fed for manufacturing slowdown Pence responds to Haley tweet: I'm looking forward to running with Trump in 2020 MORE’s reelection campaign announced Tuesday he will hold a rally in Fayetteville, N.C., on Sept. 9 as the president seeks to solidify support… […]
Schumer warns Democrats against ‘circular firing squad’ on health care | TheHill By Trump
August 1, 2019
Senate Minority Leader Charles SchumerCharles (Chuck) Ellis SchumerDe Blasio defends Al Sharpton amidst Trump attacks GOP chairman to move 'swiftly' on Ratcliffe nomination to intelligence post Sharpton: Trump has 'particular venom' for blacks, people of color MORE (D-N.Y.) on Thursday warned Democratic presidential candidates not to become so focused on the internal differences over health care that they… […]
How Trump’s boundless corruption keeps tripping him up in court By Trump
December 3, 2019
President Trump has suffered yet another defeat in court in his long battle to keep anyone from seeing his financial records. And this one comes with a vivid illustration of one paradox of the Trump presidency: No president has ever made such sweeping claims of immunity from investigation, and no president has ever had less… […]
GOP senator repeats debunked narrative about which country meddled in 2016 election By Trump
December 2, 2019
GOP Sen. John Kennedy was taking heat on Monday, including from Hillary Clinton, for doubling down on his assertion that both Russia and Ukraine interfered in the 2016 presidential election, this despite the U.S. intelligence community’s clear assessment that Russia was responsible. Interested in Russia Investigation? Add Russia Investigation as an interest to stay up… […]
Ross Must Resign If Report He Threatened NOAA Officials Is True: Democrat By Trump
September 10, 2019
Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross is facing calls to resign over a report alleging that he threatened to fire top officials at NOAA for a tweet disputing President Donald Trump's claim that Hurricane Dorian would hit Alabama."If that story is true, and I don't know that it is, but if that story is true, the Commerce… […]
Trump Ukraine phone call ‘improper’ – US official By Trump
November 19, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionWhite House official tells impeachment hearing he "was concerned by call" A top US official has said a phone call the US president made to ask Ukraine to investigate political rivals was "improper".Lt Col Alexander Vindman was testifying before the US House intelligence committee as part of… […]
Bill Gates Blasted for Complaining About Warren’s Proposed Wealth Tax By Trump
November 8, 2019
Microsoft founder Bill Gates has come under fire after expressing reservations over Senator Elizabeth Warren's billionaire tax plans and for refusing to rule out voting for President Donald Trump over the Democratic frontrunner in the 2020 presidential election.Speaking at The New York Times' DealBook conference on Wednesday, Gates repeated his position that he favored higher… […]
Trump attacks ‘Medicare for All’ in Florida, accuses Dems of wanting to fund ‘socialism’ | TheHill By Trump
October 3, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpSessions says he still supports Trump despite ouster as AG House Republicans voice concerns about White House's impeachment messaging Giuliani consulted with Manafort on Ukraine info: report MORE on Thursday attacked "Medicare for All" and called his Democratic presidential rivals “maniacs” as he tried to make his case on health care ahead… […]
Opinion | Trump’s corruption is black and white By Trump
October 5, 2019
THE ROUGH transcript of President Trump’s July 25 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky prompted a debate about whether, in pressing for politicized investigations of alleged Ukrainian interference in the 2016 election and of Joe Biden, Mr. Trump dangled rewards for Mr. Zelensky as a quid pro quo. In our view, the transcript contained… […]
Man who mailed pipe bombs to Democrats sentenced to 20 years in prison By Trump
August 5, 2019
Cesar Sayoc, the Florida man who mailed more than a dozen pipe bombs to prominent Democrats and CNN, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. Interested in Mail Bomb Investigation? Add Mail Bomb Investigation as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Mail Bomb Investigation news, video, and analysis from ABC… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: House Intelligence Committee prepares to hear from ambassador at center of Ukraine controversy By Trump
November 20, 2019
President Trump lashed out anew at the Democrat-lead impeachment inquiry Wednesday as the House Intelligence Committee prepared to hear from Gordon Sondland, an ambassador with a direct line to Trump and one of the most significant witnesses to date.Sondland, the ambassador to the European Union, will be pressed about his knowledge of allegations that Trump… […]
House votes for Mueller report to be created general public By Trump
March 14, 2019
The House passed a resolution Thursday calling on Justice Department officials to release special counsel Robert MuellerRobert Swan MuellerSasse: US should applaud choice of Mueller to lead Russia probe MORE’s highly anticipated report about his investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.Lawmakers unanimously passed the non-binding resolution in a 420-0 vote. Four Republicans -- Reps. Paul… […]
Opinion | Want to beat Trump in 2020? Register people to vote. By Trump
July 8, 2019
(Manuel Balce Ceneta) By Greg Sargent Greg Sargent Opinion writer covering national politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer July 8 at 3:31 PM A new Washington Post/ABC News poll released over the weekend pointed toward a scenario in which President Trump could win reelection despite his deep and enduring unpopularity. The poll showed that all… […]
Pelosi faces tough choices on impeachment managers | TheHill By Trump
December 3, 2019
Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiJohn Feehery: Censure could give Democrats a way out of no-win impeachment Hillicon Valley: Trump officials propose retaliatory tariffs over French digital tax | FBI classifies FaceApp as threat | Twitter revamps policies to comply with privacy laws | Zuckerberg defends political ads policy Pelosi faces tough choices on impeachment managers MORE… […]
We’re losing our climate battle. We have no one but ourselves to blame. By Trump
December 3, 2019
We are losing the battle to save our planet, and we have no one to blame but ourselves.As the United Nations opens its 25th climate change summit in Madrid, leaders are seeking to put a brave face on a dismal situation. “My message here today is one of hope, not of despair,” U.N. Secretary-General António… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – Democrats frustrated by Hope Hicks’s silence | TheHill By Trump
June 20, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Thursday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver (CLICK HERE to subscribe!). On Twitter, find us at @asimendinger and @alweaver22.House Democrats were left shaking their heads on Wednesday… […]
House approves Trump impeachment procedures | TheHill By Trump
November 1, 2019
The House on Thursday took its first major step toward making Donald TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump says he would be willing to do 'fireside chat' reading the Zelensky transcript Krystal Ball: 'The weird obsession and freakout over Tulsi Gabbard has massively helped her' Trump says poor treatment and high taxes prompted permanent residence change MORE just… […]
At least 9 deaths at VA medical center under investigation By Trump
August 28, 2019
A U.S. senator from West Virginia is vowing to get answers amid reports that at least nine deaths are being investigated as suspicious at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg, West Virginia, and after an additional death was ruled a homicide. A story released Friday by WVNews reported that a lawyer for… […]
Pentagon authorises $1bn for border wall By Trump
March 26, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Fences already run along stretches of the US-Mexico border The Pentagon has authorised the transfer of $1bn (£758m) to army engineers for new wall construction along the US-Mexico border.The funds are the first under the national emergency declared by President Donald Trump to bypass Congress and build the barrier… […]
Trump, Macron hold tense meeting: ‘Would you like some nice ISIS fighters? I can give them to you’ | TheHill By Trump
December 3, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpJustice Dept releases another round of summaries from Mueller probe North Dakota company gets 0M border wall contract after support from Trump Fox's Cavuto reads mean letters urging him to stay away after Trump criticism MORE and French President Emmanuel MacronEmmanuel Jean-Michel MacronHillicon Valley: Trump officials propose retaliatory tariffs over French digital… […]
Senate Republicans blast Pelosi, House Democrats for pursuing impeachment against Trump By Trump
December 6, 2019
A “few” Senate Republicans agree that President Donald Trump's actions were impeachable, but they are unlikely to speak out against the president because they fear the political ramifications, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons said Thursday. “There are, I believe, a few Republicans who recognize that what President Trump did here was demonstrably impeachable, but who are… […]
Georgia governor bucks Trump with Senate seat appointment | TheHill By Trump
December 4, 2019
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) appointed business executive Kelly Loeffler to fill Sen. Johnny IsaksonJohnny IsaksonIsakson talks up bipartisanship in Senate farewell speech The Hill's 12:30 Report: Trump, Macron clash at NATO summit Gaetz: 'Governor Kemp announces the funeral time & location for his political career' MORE’s (R) seat when he retires at the end… […]
Trump’s Treatment of Iran Will Ensure America Remains the ‘Great Satan’ for Decades to Come By Trump
November 7, 2019
State-organized rallies were held in Iran on Monday to mark the 40th anniversary of the storming of the U.S. embassy in Tehran, when activists—flushed with revolutionary zeal—sought to drive American influence out of the reborn country.The next day, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared America "the Great Satan, the wounded snake." The revolution—with "Death to… […]
Joe Biden and Elizabeth Warren fight over who’s an ‘elitist’ By Trump
November 6, 2019
Joe Biden and Elizabeth Warren have a long-running disagreement that dates back to the early 2000s when he was a senator championing a bill that would make it harder for people in bankruptcy to relieve themselves of certain debts, and she was a Harvard law professor crusading to make bankruptcy laws less brutal on people… […]
Four maps explaining Turkey’s offensive in Syria By Trump
October 9, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Turkey has launched a military operation against Kurdish-led forces in north-eastern Syria, days after US troops pulled back from the border.These maps help explain the offensive and its potential consequences.Majority-Kurdish areas Kurds make up between 7% and 10% of Syria's population. For decades, they were suppressed and denied basic rights by President… […]
Mitch McConnell No Worse Off for 2020 After Bevin’s Kentucky Loss: Analyst By Trump
November 8, 2019
Republican Matt Bevin's loss of the Kentucky governorship to Democratic candidate Andy Beshear excited opponents of the state's Sen. Mitch McConnell, majority leader in the U.S. Senate, ahead of his own bid for re-election in 2020.Democrats are hoping Bevin's defeat is a sign that the unpopularity of President Donald Trump will terminally damage Republican candidates… […]
He spoke publicly for the very first time considering the fact that allegations of inappropriate conduct. By Trump
April 6, 2019
Former Vice President Joe Biden on Friday brushed off allegations of inappropriate touching, making repeated jokes about having "permission" to hug and touch those on stage with him during his first public appearance since multiple women came forward with accusations he made them uncomfortable. "I just want you to know I had permission to hug… […]
The White House’s impeachment defense? No defense at all. By Trump
December 2, 2019
On Sunday, White House Counsel Pat Cipollone wrote an angry letter refusing the invitation from Rep. Jerrold Nadler for the White House to send lawyers to participate in the impeachment hearings that will begin this Wednesday. While it’s possible that they might change their minds in later hearings, for now the White House has made… […]
Trump’s tariffs are coming to a store near you. It turns out Mexico won’t pay for those either. By Trump
December 5, 2019
Last weekend, I spent an inordinate amount of time in my local wine shop, staring longingly at a bottle of wine that has become a favorite of mine and which I regularly enjoy. However, the feelings of joy that I normally associate with it gave way to frustration, sadness and even a modicum of anger… […]
Trump’s attacks on McCain made things awkward for defense officials long before the Japan warship incident By Trump
May 30, 2019
President Trump, right, departs after speaking with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, left, before a summit of heads of state and government at NATO headquarters in Brussels in July 2018. (Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP) By Rick Noack Rick Noack Foreign affairs reporter focusing on Europe and international security Email Bio Follow May 30 at 10:05 AM… […]
Contextualizing the lockdown of Kashmir with Hafsa Kanjwal: podcast and transcript By Trump
December 1, 2019
Over the past few months communication coming in and out of Kashmir, the highly contested land between India and Pakistan, has been increasingly difficult. The Indian government lead by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to blackout the region in to order to once and for all place Kashmir under Indian control. The move… […]
Roger Stone trial set to turn to alleged witness threats, contacts with Trump campaign about WikiLeaks By Trump
November 8, 2019
President Trump’s former chief strategist Stephen K. Bannon testified against political consultant Roger Stone Friday, telling a federal jury that he thought of Stone as the Trump campaign’s liaison to the anti-secrecy group WikiLeaks.Bannon, once a high-profile figure in the Trump campaign and the early days of the Trump administration, arrived at the courtroom in… […]
Democrats debate presidential field on news of Michael Bloomberg’s potential candidacy By Trump
November 9, 2019
Even for a party accustomed to an anxious donor and political class — a group of second-guessers that Obama adviser David Plouffe famously called the “bed wetters” — billionaire Michael Bloomberg’s likely entry into the Democratic presidential primary has supercharged a debate over whether the party has the right candidates, whether the time for entries… […]
Gaetz clashes with Stanford professor: ‘It makes you look mean’ | TheHill By Trump
December 5, 2019
Rep. Matt GaetzMatthew (Matt) GaetzGaetz: 'Governor Kemp announces the funeral time & location for his political career' Hannity urges listeners to call Georgia governor over Senate pick bucking Trump Georgia governor's adviser hits back at Gaetz: 'We don't care what you think' MORE (R-Fla.) clashed with law professor Pamela Karlan during Wednesday's House Judiciary Committee impeachment… […]
The education of an idealist with Samantha Power: podcast and transcript By Trump
October 2, 2019
What was it like to be in the room for some of the most consequential foreign policy decisions of the Obama administration? Samantha Power started as an outsider, a war correspondent who became a voice of moral witness about the failings of the American government. That voice earned her a job in the cabinet of… […]
Undermining black homeownership with Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 3, 2019
You’ve likely heard of redlining — the practice of systematizing discrimination based on where you live. You’ve probably even heard us talk about the ways its legacy continues to impact the upward mobility of communities of color. But do you know what happened next? In the wake of urban uprisings in the late 1960s, politicians… […]
Trump Admin’s Arctic Drilling Proposals a ‘Blatant Disregard for Science’ By Trump
October 2, 2019
The Trump administration is continuing to push ahead with plans to expand land available for drilling in the Arctic Circle with the publication of an environmental impact statement (EIS) last month—despite serious concerns levied against it by various groups regarding its impact on the climate and local ecosystems.The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has set… […]
Opinion | Joe Biden is a hypocrite on Ukraine By Trump
October 9, 2019
Former vice president Joe Biden has said that in holding up vital military assistance to Ukraine, President Trump “used the power and resources of the United States to pressure a sovereign nation, a partner that is still under direct assault from Russia … to subvert the rule of law in the express hope of extracting… […]
This HIV pill saves lives. So why is it so hard to get in the Deep South? By Trump
March 12, 2019
Jackson, the capital of Mississippi, has the fourth-highest HIV rate among U.S. cities. The state’s rural communities also have been targeted in a Trump administration plan to stop HIV transmission by 2030. (Jahi Chikwendiu/The Washington Post) By Lenny Bernstein Lenny Bernstein Reporter covering health and medicine Email Bio Follow March 11 at 7:52 PM JACKSON,… […]
In Britain’s ‘appalling’ election, voters in the middle don’t like either Boris Johnson or Jeremy Corbyn By Trump
December 9, 2019
LONDON — By the standards of British elections, the weekend rally at the Mermaid Theatre here was stunning — as two former prime ministers, the Conservative John Major and Labour’s Tony Blair, told voters they didn’t need to back candidates from their parties in Thursday’s election.The rebellious call to cross party lines by the two… […]
Super Tuesday bonanza raises stakes for Dems By Trump
March 20, 2019
A glut of Super Tuesday contests in 2020 is adding to the importance of the Democratic presidential primary’s first four contests in Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina, underscoring the need for a strong early showing ahead of what will become a nationalized campaign.States eager to influence the outcome of the Democratic primary race… […]
Federal judge rules against Trump in fight to keep tax records from Manhattan prosecutors | TheHill By Trump
October 7, 2019
A federal judge on Monday dismissed President TrumpDonald John TrumpWhite House says Turkey will soon launch Syria operation Trump associates pressured Ukraine over gas firm in order to benefit allies: report Trump praises Woodward, slams other journalists over 'Face the Nation' segment MORE's lawsuit challenging a subpoena from New York prosecutors for his tax returns.Judge… […]
The Intelligence Committee’s report is a triumph By Trump
December 4, 2019
Some observers of the impeachment hearings conducted under the auspices of the House Intelligence Committee bizarrely concluded that the proceedings lacked “pizzazz.” While that is a ridiculous metric for evaluating an inquiry into gross misconduct by the president, no one will find the report on those hearings and on other evidence boring. It’s got pizzazz… […]
Mulvaney changes course (again): Tells court he no longer plans to seek a judge’s ruling on impeachment testimony By Trump
November 13, 2019
President Trump has been threatening for weeks to fire acting chief of staff Mick Mulvaney, but senior advisers have counseled him to hold off on such a drastic step amid a high-stakes impeachment probe, according to three people familiar with the discussions.Trum p has expressed particular anger over Mulvaney’s performance in an Oct. 17 news… […]
How Trump’s ‘Maximum Pressure’ Iran Policy is Leading the U.S. Into Another War By Trump
October 4, 2019
On a balmy September 28, Sen. Lindsey Graham went golfing with President Donald Trump at the president's private golf club in Sterling, Virginia, about 30 miles outside Washington D.C.As they played the tree-studded course on the banks of the Potomac River, Graham assured Trump that Senate Republicans had his back on the formal impeachment inquiry… […]
Opinion | In the Bahamas, you can smell more bodies than you can find By Trump
October 3, 2019
Photos of two women missing since Hurricane Dorian hang on the door of a shelter for displaced people from Abaco in Nassau, Bahamas. (Ramon Espinosa/AP) By Juliette Kayyem October 2 at 6:18 PM Juliette Kayyem is a former assistant secretary at the Department of Homeland Security and faculty chair of the homeland security program at… […]
Twitter is banning political ads. If Facebook won’t, it must at least moderate them. By Trump
November 2, 2019
FACEBOOK HAS said it does not want to play umpire to political advertising. Now, another platform has suggested a solution: Get out of the game.Twitter chief executive Jack Dorsey announced Wednesday that his company would prohibit campaigns, super PACs and anyone else from paying to promote their causes in both electioneering ads and issue ads.… […]
White House to add two aides to lead impeachment messaging | TheHill By Trump
November 7, 2019
The White House is expected to add a pair of aides tasked with leading its impeachment communications team as the House prepares to go public with its inquiry into President TrumpDonald John TrumpThe Hill Interview: DNC chair calls Latinos 'imperative' to winning in battleground states Democrats give Warren's 'Medicare for All' plan the cold shoulder… […]
Mueller report: The winners and losers By Trump
April 19, 2019
The full report from special counsel Robert MuellerRobert Swan MuellerSasse: US should applaud choice of Mueller to lead Russia probe MORE was finally published — in modestly redacted form — on Thursday.The hype was immense, but who were the winners and losers?WinnersSpecial counsel Robert MuellerThe report was the first time Mueller’s own voice was heard… […]
State Dept. watchdog: Official’s firing was case of political retaliation | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
The report describes the termination of career State employee Sahar Nowrouzzadeh, who is currently a research fellow on Iran at Harvard University. According to the report, Nowrouzzadeh was working in the office of policy planning, a kind of internal think tank for the department, but was eventually reassigned from her work based on accusations stemming… […]
Here are the Senate Republicans who could vote to convict Trump | TheHill By Trump
December 8, 2019
Sen. Chris MurphyChristopher (Chris) Scott MurphyHere are the Senate Republicans who could vote to convict Trump Democratic senator says he knows 'handful' of GOP colleagues considering vote to remove Trump Both sides have reason to want speedy Trump impeachment trial MORE (D-Conn.) caused a stir Friday when he said a “handful” of Senate Republican colleagues… […]
Bloomberg apologizes for ‘stop and frisk’ police practice By Trump
November 18, 2019
Michael Bloomberg on Sunday apologized for his longstanding support of the controversial “stop-and-frisk” police strategy ahead of a potential Democratic presidential run, a practice that he embraced as New York’s mayor and continued to defend despite its disproportionate impact on people of color. Addressing a black church in Brooklyn, Bloomberg said he was “sorry” and… […]
Contextualizing the lockdown of Kashmir with Hafsa Kanjwal: podcast and transcript By Trump
December 5, 2019
Over the past few months communication coming in and out of Kashmir, the highly contested land between India and Pakistan, has been increasingly difficult. The Indian government lead by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to blackout the region in to order to once and for all place Kashmir under Indian control. The move… […]
Senators push for deal on impeachment trial rules to avoid political brawl | TheHill By Trump
November 7, 2019
Senators are hoping for a bipartisan deal that would set up ground rules for a likely impeachment trial in order to avoid a political food fight.Any Senate trial is likely to be high-drama and politically charged but lawmakers want Majority Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnell Senators push for deal on impeachment trial rules to avoid… […]
How Democrats purged ‘safe, legal, rare’ from the party By Trump
November 17, 2019
That abortions should be “safe, legal and rare” was, until fairly recently, a common Democratic talking point. Coined by President Bill Clinton, the phrase signaled his desire to protect the supposed constitutional right to abortion while acknowledging the views of people with moral qualms about the practice and perhaps even winning a few of them… […]
Israel approves Tlaib request to visit grandmother in West Bank | TheHill By Trump
August 16, 2019
Israel's interior minister Aryeh Deri on Friday announced he would approve a request from U.S. Rep. Rashida TlaibRashida Harbi TlaibIsrael denies Omar and Tlaib entry after Trump tweet Jewish Democratic group pushes Israel not to ban Omar, Tlaib Trump: Israel shouldn't let Omar, Tlaib visit country MORE (D-Mich.) to enter Israel to visit her Palestinian relatives… […]
Bolton blasts Trump’s North Korea policy in first speech since White House departure By Trump
October 1, 2019
President Donald Trump's former National Security Adviser John Bolton never directly mentioned his old boss Monday in his first public remarks since departing the White House, but the fierce Republican firebrand made clear he does not believe in the president's North Korea strategy. Interested in Trump Administration? Add Trump Administration as an interest to stay… […]
Biden: Trump responsible for inspiring white nationalist violence in US | TheHill By Trump
August 7, 2019
Former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenDemocratic candidates attack Biden at their own peril Top Latina activist running for deep blue NY House seat Sanders: Democratic debate format is 'demeaning' MORE on Wednesday blamed President TrumpDonald John TrumpMSNBC's Geist presses Castro on sharing Trump donors names: These people 'are already being harassed' Marianne Williamson: Message of… […]
Prince Andrew’s BBC interview included apologies — but not to Jeffrey Epstein’s victims By Trump
November 19, 2019
Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, wants you to know that he’s sorry. Not for his decadeslong friendship with sex trafficker and rapist Jeffrey Epstein. Not for what Virginia Giuffre says happened when she was 17, that he allegedly raped her. Not for either intentionally or accidentally overlooking a sex trafficking ring led and facilitated… […]
New spy chief pick Ratcliffe made his name during the Trump inquiries by backing the president By Trump
July 29, 2019
Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Tex.), a member of the House Intelligence Committee, questions former special counsel Robert S. Mueller III on July 24 as he testifies before the House Intelligence Committee. (J. Scott Applewhite/AP) By Karoun Demirjian Karoun Demirjian Congressional reporter focusing on national security Email Bio Follow July 28 at 10:07 PM Rep. John Ratcliffe… […]
The rise and fall of Jeffrey Epstein: A timeline of the financier’s troubles By Trump
August 11, 2019
When Jeffrey Epstein was born in January 1953 to working class parents living in a rented, second-floor apartment on Maple Avenue on New York City's Coney Island, no one could have predicted the extraordinary heights of wealth and success to which he would climb as a Wall Street money manager. By his early 40s, he… […]
Pentagon official cited alarm over hold on aid to Ukraine | TheHill By Trump
November 12, 2019
A top career Defense Department official described to House impeachment investigators her dismay over the summer’s delay of U.S. military aid to Ukraine, painting a portrait of a Pentagon doing battle with the White House over the release of funding deemed “vital” to national security.Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary Laura Cooper, who testified late last month,… […]
How Mitch McConnell can shape Trump’s future in a Senate trial By Trump
November 2, 2019
This post has been updated.Republicans are decrying the impeachment process in the Democratic-controlled House, but if President Trump is impeached, they’ll have almost all the power to decide whether he’s innocent or guilty and should be removed from office. One Republican in particular: Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.).As leader of the Senate, McConnell will… […]
Conservatives offer stark warning to Trump, GOP on background checks | TheHill By Trump
September 14, 2019
Senate conservatives are warning President TrumpDonald John TrumpBiden campaign: Castro 'got the facts wrong' McCabe's counsel presses US attorney on whether grand jury decided not to indict The Hill's 12:30 Report: Sights and sounds from Houston debate MORE and their own leaders to tread carefully in the gun control debate and caution they risk a… […]
14 Republicans and Trump appointees who have indicated his Ukraine call was hardly ‘perfect’ By Trump
November 11, 2019
President Trump felt the need Sunday to rally the Republican troops. In a tweet, he again urged them to defend him to the hilt on the Ukraine scandal — and suggested they weren’t quite doing it.“The call to the Ukrainian President was PERFECT,” he declared. “Read the Transcript! There was NOTHING said that was in… […]
Live updates: Trump asked E.U. ambassador about status of Ukrainian ‘investigations,’ diplomat reveals in new testimony By Trump
November 13, 2019
The conversation was said to have occurred on July 26, a day after Trump pressed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to investigate former vice president Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden at a time when U.S. military aid to Ukraine was being withheld.Beside Taylor, members of the House Intelligence Committee also heard from George Kent,… […]
How Trump’s ‘Maximum Pressure’ Iran Policy is Leading the U.S. Into Another War By Trump
October 5, 2019
On a balmy September 28, Sen. Lindsey Graham went golfing with President Donald Trump at the president's private golf club in Sterling, Virginia, about 30 miles outside Washington D.C.As they played the tree-studded course on the banks of the Potomac River, Graham assured Trump that Senate Republicans had his back on the formal impeachment inquiry… […]
Donald Trump Faces New Mideast Crisis as Lindsey Graham Talks of ‘Iraq Spring’ By Trump
November 2, 2019
Still reeling from recent events in Syria, President Donald Trump and his administration face a looming crisis in neighboring Iraq. In a country where thousands of U.S. troops have died and thousands more are still deployed, both the United States and rival Iran are backing an embattled prime minister as popular calls for his ouster… […]
Facing trauma with Jason Kander: podcast and transcript By Trump
September 12, 2019
WARNING: This episode discusses suicidal ideation.How do you know when it’s time to ask for help? For former Missouri Secretary of State Jason Kander, the moment came just as his political star was rising. In October of 2018, in the final stages of what looked like a successful mayoral bid and while part of conversations… […]
‘I did as well as I could for as long as I could’: Trump’s former defense secretary By Trump
August 29, 2019
James Mattis offered a deeply personal look inside his decision to serve and later resign as defense secretary and warned against the current state of American politics. Mattis, a retired Marine Corps four-star general, served as President Donald Trump's first defense secretary but resigned in December over policy differences. "Using every skill I had learned… […]
Opinion | A shocking CNN scoop confirms: Officials are defending our country from Trump By Trump
September 10, 2019
What good is having a secret if you can’t tell people about it?This is the dilemma President Trump has found himself in many times. Often he just blurts (or tweets) the secret out, as he did recently when he tweeted a probably classified image of an Iranian launch facility, enabling the Iranians (and everyone else)… […]
Perspective | A history of anti-Hispanic bigotry in the United States By Trump
August 11, 2019
Migrants return to Mexico last week as 15 other migrants line up on their way to request asylum in the United Sates, at the foot of the Puerta Mexico bridge that crosses into Brownsville, Texas, from Matamoros, Mexico. (Emilio Espejel/AP) By Marie Arana Marie Arana Email Bio Follow Marie Arana, a native of Peru, is… […]
Man convicted in 3 deaths; bodies were burned in pig roaster By Trump
November 16, 2019
A jury has convicted a man in the slayings of three young men whose bodies were found buried at a suburban Philadelphia farmNovember 15, 2019, 8:48 PM3 min read A man was convicted Friday for his role in the slayings of three young men who were lured to a suburban Philadelphia farm where they were… […]
Warren and Sanders’ Democratic debate policy ideas are cheaper than we think By Trump
September 13, 2019
As 10 Democratic presidential hopefuls line up on stage for the third debate on Thursday night, Americans can expect to hear more about their progressive agendas. Candidates have already proposed policies around health care, income inequality, housing, climate and education. Each of these policies has drawn healthy skepticism, in large part due to each plan’s… […]
Dangers of Vaping: Facts and Statistics on Health Risks of E-Cigarettes By Trump
October 3, 2019
At least 12 people have died in the U.S. and hundreds of people have suffered lung injuries after using e-cigarettes, in a multi-state outbreak which has led officials to advise against vaping. Experts are scrambling to find a cause after the deaths were recorded across 10 states, while 805 injuries were reported in 46 states… […]
Trump’s Treatment of Iran Will Ensure America Remains the ‘Great Satan’ for Decades to Come By Trump
November 7, 2019
State-organized rallies were held in Iran on Monday to mark the 40th anniversary of the storming of the U.S. embassy in Tehran, when activists—flushed with revolutionary zeal—sought to drive American influence out of the reborn country.The next day, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared America "the Great Satan, the wounded snake." The revolution—with "Death to… […]
Four House Judiciary members say they will ‘move forward’ with impeachment | TheHill By Trump
July 27, 2019
Four House Judiciary Democrats said in a Friday op-ed that they will "move forward" with an impeachment effort against President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump to host 9/11 first responders at victim fund bill signing next week Turkey is not the center of the world — but it has our attention Photo of Mexican National Guard halting crying… […]
Trump is publicly abusing his oath of office on live television By Trump
October 4, 2019
By Editorial Board October 3 at 4:06 PM PRESIDENT TRUMP has shifted his solicitation of foreign assistance for his reelection campaign from private phone calls to live television. On Thursday, he publicly repeated his appeal to the Ukrainian government to investigate Democratic candidate Joe Biden — and called on China to investigate Mr. Biden also.… […]
Cummings defends Baltimore, urges end to ‘racist’ rhetoric | TheHill By Trump
August 7, 2019
"Those at the highest levels of the government must stop invoking fear, using racist language and encouraging reprehensible behavior. It only creates more division among us, and severely limits our ability to work together for the common good," Cummings said. "As a country, we finally must say that enough is enough — that we are… […]
Deval Patrick enters 2020 race | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
Former Massachusetts Gov. Deval PatrickDeval PatrickFormer Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick joins CBS News as contributor Bain Capital gains former Mass. governor Boston subway station named after Michael Dukakis MORE (D) announced early Thursday that he will run for president, entering a crowded and fluid race for the Democratic nomination.He made the announcement in a YouTube video while posting a… […]
Impeachment debate heads to Nadler’s House committee. But the real fight is in the Senate. By Trump
December 3, 2019
What happens after, as certainly seems likely, the U.S. House of Representatives votes to impeach President Donald Trump? Practically speaking, nothing. This is what allows for a president who has been impeached by the House to still run for election and be re-elected. (That has never happened, but it is technically possible.) President Bill Clinton… […]
Senate Republicans blast Pelosi, House Democrats for pursuing impeachment against Trump By Trump
December 6, 2019
A “few” Senate Republicans agree that President Donald Trump's actions were impeachable, but they are unlikely to speak out against the president because they fear the political ramifications, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons said Thursday. “There are, I believe, a few Republicans who recognize that what President Trump did here was demonstrably impeachable, but who are… […]
Live coverage: House holds third day of public impeachment hearings | TheHill By Trump
November 19, 2019
The House Intelligence Committee will hear from four witnesses on Tuesday as the impeachment inquiry into President TrumpDonald John TrumpMost Americans break with Trump on Ukraine, but just 45 percent think he should be removed: poll Judge orders Democrats to give notice if they request Trump's NY tax returns Trump's doctor issues letter addressing 'speculation'… […]
Rand Paul says Trump has ‘every right’ to withhold Ukraine aid over corruption | TheHill By Trump
November 11, 2019
Sen. Rand PaulRandal (Rand) Howard PaulFacebook, YouTube to remove 'any and all' mention of potential whistleblower's name Hill editor-in-chief: Hunter Biden investigation only a 'matter of time' Ukraine whistleblower under fire — Where are the first responders? MORE (R-Ky.), a vocal ally of President TrumpDonald John TrumpFormer National Security Adviser John Bolton gets book deal:… […]
Live coverage: Sondland steps into impeachment spotlight | TheHill By Trump
November 20, 2019
U.S. Ambassador to the European Union Gordon SondlandGordon SondlandTrump calls latest impeachment hearings 'a great day for Republicans' The Memo: GOP plays risky game with attacks on Vindman Five things to know about Tuesday's impeachment hearings MORE is scheduled to testify Wednesday morning in a highly anticipated appearance before the House Intelligence Committee as part… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 13, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
US mulls retaliation to French tech tax By Trump
December 3, 2019
Image copyright AFP The Trump administration is threatening to slap import taxes on $2.4bn worth of French goods in retaliation for the country's new digital services tax.The US says the tax penalises firms like Google, Amazon and Facebook, and is proposing to hit back with tariffs of up to 100% on products including cheese, champagne… […]
Trump’s attacks on the judiciary are dangerous. Good for this judge for speaking up. By Trump
November 9, 2019
Federal judges mostly speak through their opinions. When they give speeches or write law review articles, they tend to take measured tones. On the rare occasions they tread into issues touching on current politics, they usually do so obliquely.So it was all the more striking that Paul Friedman, a highly respected federal district court judge, used the… […]
Opinion | This might be the worst impeachment news of all for Trump By Trump
October 4, 2019
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is interviewed Wednesday by Post columnist Karen Tumulty. (Melina Mara/The Washington Post) By Karen Tumulty Karen Tumulty Columnist covering national politics Email Bio Follow Columnist October 3 at 5:19 PM As the president of the United States rants and rages about the prospect of his impeachment, the woman who set the… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Trump lashes out as Sondland acknowledges there was a ‘quid pro quo’ By Trump
November 20, 2019
President Trump lashed out anew at the Democrat-led impeachment inquiry Wednesday as Gordon Sondland, the most significant witness, acknowledged during open testimony that there was a “quid pro quo” in the Ukraine controversy.In questioning, Sondland, the U.S. ambassador to the European Union, was pressed about his knowledge of allegations that Trump sought to leverage U.S.… […]
McConnell backs ‘clean’ stopgap spending bill through Dec. 20 | TheHill By Trump
November 18, 2019
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellLawmakers skeptical of progress on spending deal as wall battle looms Impeachment battle looms over must-pass defense bill 'Saturday Night Live' presents Trump impeachment hearings with 'pizzazz' of soap opera MORE (R-Ky.) on Monday threw his support behind a "clean" stopgap bill to fund the government through Dec.… […]
Trump’s Treatment of Iran Will Ensure America Remains the ‘Great Satan’ for Decades to Come By Trump
November 6, 2019
State-organized rallies were held in Iran on Monday to mark the 40th anniversary of the storming of the U.S. embassy in Tehran, when activists—flushed with revolutionary zeal—sought to drive American influence out of the reborn country.The next day, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared America "the Great Satan, the wounded snake." The revolution—with "Death to… […]
Will the Supreme Court protect DACA from Trump? All eyes are on Justice John Roberts By Trump
November 14, 2019
The status of almost 800,000 young undocumented immigrants brought to this country as minors by is now in the hands of the United States Supreme Court.This is a story about the thwarted aspirations of two presidents to implement immigration reform. It is a story about presidents using the brute force of executive orders and directives… […]
Air Force reviewing layover guidelines amid scrutiny of stop at Trump property in Scotland By Trump
September 10, 2019
The main entrance to Trump Turnberry, a luxury hotel on the west coast of Scotland, in 2016. (iStock) By John Wagner and John Wagner National reporter leading The Post's breaking political news team Email Bio Follow Missy Ryan Missy Ryan Reporter covering the Pentagon, military issues and national security Email Bio Follow September 9 at… […]
Iran condemns US ‘deceit’ over Saudi oil attacks By Trump
September 15, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionAbqaiq is the site of Aramco's largest oil processing plant Iran has accused the US of "deceit" after Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Tehran was behind damaging drone attacks on two Saudi oil facilities.Mr Pompeo had rejected claims by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels that they had… […]
How centrist Dems learned to stop worrying and love impeachment | TheHill By Trump
November 2, 2019
Centrist House Democrats facing potentially competitive reelection bids next year are increasingly confident the impeachment inquiry into President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump singles in on 'Sleepy Joe Biden' at campaign rally Trump at rally says impeachment an 'attack on democracy itself' GOP lawmaker says House impeachment rules vote 'doesn't change anything for me' MORE won’t prove… […]
How I discovered a dozen new Lou Reed songs By Trump
November 2, 2019
The adventure started at the Warhol Museum, writes Judith A. PerainoWith Lou Reed’s wavering tenor and jangling guitar ringing in my ears, I stared down at the cassette tape in my hand. Was it possible I had really discovered an unknown Reed album? I was at the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, in July 2017,… […]
Opinion | Democrats were outraged at how Trump handled the Mueller probe. Now they’re acting the same way. By Trump
October 4, 2019
President Trump’s critics are now complaining that he asked the Australian prime minister to cooperate with the Justice Department’s investigation into the origins of the Mueller probe and that Attorney General William P. Barr has traveled overseas to ask foreign intelligence officials to cooperate with that investigation. The New York Times called it another example… […]
Republicans portrayed Vindman as disloyal. They have no sense of decency. By Trump
November 20, 2019
So this is how President Trump and his apologists say “thank you for your service.”Army Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman sat forward in the witness chair, festooned. On his left breast he wore the Combat Infantryman Badge, a testament to his ground combat in Iraq, and below that the Purple Heart, a souvenir of the IED… […]
The walls are closing in around Trump’s staff By Trump
October 2, 2019
President Trump at the White House. (Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Paul Waldman Paul Waldman Opinion writer covering politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer October 2 at 1:08 PM Last weekend, ABC News journalists reported that White House and State Department officials were beginning to wonder whether they should be retaining their own counsel. The… […]
Ted Cruz, Meghan McCain slammed for criticizing Ilhan Omar after synagogue shooting By Trump
April 29, 2019
Representative-elect Ilhan Omar, a Democrat from Minnesota, listens during a news conference on Nov, 30, 2018. (Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg News) By Allyson Chiu Allyson Chiu Reporter with the Morning Mix team Email Bio Follow April 29 at 6:35 AM As the country reeled after Saturday’s deadly shooting at a synagogue in Poway, Calif., Sen. Ted Cruz… […]
Most Dem voters say both Biden, Sanders made convincing health care pitches: POLL By Trump
August 4, 2019
Nearly five hours of contentious debate among 20 Democratic contenders over two nights last week showcased a stark ideological clash within the party over health care. Still, nearly six in 10 (58%) potential Democratic primary voters thought both Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders and former Vice President Joe Biden made convincing arguments, according to a new… […]
Second judge rejects Justice Department request to change census lawyers | TheHill By Trump
July 11, 2019
A federal judge on Wednesday rejected the Department of Justice's (DOJ) bid to swap attorneys working on a case involving the census citizenship question, the second judge to do so in as many days.Judge George Hazel wrote that he agrees with the other judge's "well-reasoned order" rejecting the Trump administration's proposed change in legal teams, saying… […]
Why the legal issue at the heart of the DACA case matters By Trump
November 13, 2019
How the Supreme Court rules on the Obama-era program known as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals matters, first and foremost, to the young “dreamers” themselves, who were brought to this country as children and could face deportation if DACA is revoked. But the oral arguments before the justices on Tuesday also underscored a vital legal… […]
Opinion | A shocking CNN scoop confirms: Officials are defending our country from Trump By Trump
September 11, 2019
(Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Paul Waldman Paul Waldman Opinion writer covering politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer September 9 at 12:33 PM What good is having a secret if you can’t tell people about it? This is the dilemma President Trump has found himself in many times. Often he just blurts (or tweets) the… […]
Trump’s Civil War tweet and whistleblower attacks are designed to create a facade of fear By Trump
October 2, 2019
As we careen into impeachment autumn, President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 1933 Inaugural words, “The only thing we have to fear is... fear itself” should be uppermost in the minds of the 55 percent majority of Americans who polls indicate believe President Donald Trump should be impeached.Trump's campaign rallies and the violent messaging of his supporters… […]
Democrats win control of Virginia legislature | TheHill By Trump
November 6, 2019
The Democratic Party won control of the Virginia General Assembly on Tuesday, giving the party total control of the Old Dominion's state government for the first time since 1994.Democratic candidates outpaced Republican incumbents and nominees in the three most populous regions of the state, picking up seats in Hampton Roads, Richmond and the surrounding suburbs,… […]
Trump ‘asked for probe in Ukraine call with envoy’ By Trump
November 16, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionTrump's live-tweets "very intimidating" - Yovanovitch A US diplomat told Donald Trump Ukraine would carry out investigations the president had asked for, a US official testified at the impeachment inquiry.State department official David Holmes said he had overheard this during a call in July between Mr Trump… […]
Opinion | Fortune strikes, and suddenly the top tier is reshaped By Trump
October 4, 2019
By The Ranking Committee October 4 at 8:59 AM (Tom Toles/The Washington Post) I’m Charles Lane … Round 35. (The previous sentence is transcribed word for word without any omissions or alterations.) The Commentary Fortune, Machiavelli wrote, is the ultimate X-factor in politics, like “one of our destructive rivers which, when it is angry, turns… […]
Kim Jong Un supervises another N. Korean military drill By Trump
November 18, 2019
North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un supervised a military drill and vowed to build an “invincible army,” displaying defiance even as US and South Korea call off their own exercises to create space for diplomacyBy KIM TONG-HYUNG Associated PressNovember 18, 2019, 4:54 AM3 min read North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised a parachuting… […]
As Hong Kong protests face mainland pushback, here’s what Chinese nationalists misunderstand By Trump
September 10, 2019
As mass protests in Hong Kong rage on, some of the harshest criticisms of the protestors have come from their Chinese compatriots. Hong Kongers are marching for autonomy from Chinese Communist rule and for democracy, but citizens of mainland China, who are supposed to be the ultimate beneficiaries of broader democratization in their country, have… […]
House holds Attorney General Barr, Commerce Secretary Ross in contempt of Congress By Trump
July 18, 2019
The House of Representatives voted 230-198 to hold Attorney General William Barr and Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross in contempt of Congress on Wednesday, related to the House Oversight Committee's investigation into efforts to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census, marking one of the most significant escalations to date in the Democrats' efforts to… […]
Conflicted Senate GOP fears clash with NRA | TheHill By Trump
September 11, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump takes victory lap after Republicans win in North Carolina Democratic governors call on Trump, McConnell to support gun control measures Republican pulls off critical win in North Carolina MORE and his Republican allies are conflicted over whether to move forward with expanded background checks, a proposal that has overwhelming public support… […]
It was never about ‘America First.’ It’s always been Trump first. By Trump
October 5, 2019
At the core of the impeachment inquiry — indeed, at the core of almost every complaint about this president — is one simple truth: Donald Trump is not a patriot.I don’t question that on some level he loves his country. I just know that he loves himself more. Again and again, he has harmed the… […]
Opinion | Cutting refugee admissions will have severe consequences for the U.S. military By Trump
September 8, 2019
The Statue of Liberty stands at sunset in New York. (Seth Wenig/AP) By Robert J. Natter and Mark P. Hertling September 8 at 11:00 AM Robert J. Natter is a retired U.S. Navy admiral who served as commander of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet and U.S. Fleet Forces from 2000 to 2003. Mark P. Hertling is… […]
Opinion | The GOP has plunged us into a modern Dark Age By Trump
August 6, 2019
People light candles during a vigil Sunday in El Paso after the shooting there that has left 22 people dead. (Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images) By Richard Cohen Richard Cohen Columnist focusing on politics Email Bio Columnist August 5 at 4:00 PM The Republican Party is the modern-day equivalent of the medieval church. It fights science. It… […]
Three takeaways from Pelosi’s impeachment address By Trump
December 5, 2019
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) began and ended her brief address Thursday morning by citing the Declaration of Independence and the Founding Fathers. She solemnly reminded Americans that the nation was born out of protest against an “oppressive monarch." The framers of the Constitution, she correctly stated, were worried about a president who would abuse… […]
2020 Dems rebuke Trump on Iran, say they’d put US back in nuclear deal By Trump
April 23, 2019
Most of the Democrats running for president are vowing to put the United States back in the Iran nuclear deal that President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump calls Sri Lankan prime minister following church bombings Ex-Trump lawyer: Mueller knew Trump had to call investigation a 'witch hunt' for 'political reasons' The biggest challenge from the Mueller Report… […]
Historian Warns America Looks ‘Eerily Similar’ to Pre-Civil War Period By Trump
October 2, 2019
A historian noted several likenesses between today and pre-Civil War America, saying President Donald Trump "was onto something" when he touted a similar conflict in the future if he is removed from office via impeachment.Trump, facing impeachment by the House over the Ukraine-Biden affair, tweeted comments made on Fox News by the evangelical pastor Robert… […]
Bernie Sanders plans to cancel all US student debt By Trump
June 24, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders has unveiled a plan to forgive all US student loans, freeing around 45 million Americans from a debt pile that can take decades to pay off. The Vermont senator's proposal would see $1.6tn (£1.2tn) paid off through a new tax on Wall Street transactions."We will make… […]
Trump says he will reimpose steel and aluminum tariffs on Brazil and Argentina, opening new trade war fronts By Trump
December 2, 2019
President Trump announced plans Monday to resurrect tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports from Brazil and Argentina, stunning political and industry leaders in those countries and extending the White House’s adversarial trade tactics to new fronts.Trump took aim at both nations on Twitter, claiming that the devaluation of their currencies was hurting American farmers,… […]
Dwelling intelligence asks why Russian-joined Austrian financial institution funded Trump Tower undertaking and never sought compensation By Trump
March 29, 2019
An Austrian bank implicated in various money laundering scandals became the subject of a House Intelligence Committee hearing this week when Democratic Representative Jackie Speier of California asked about its connections to Russia and the financing of a failed Trump real estate project.“I’m curious about the Raiffeisen bank in Austria,” Speier said to Heather Conley,… […]
Justice OIG complete probe on FBI surveillance of Trump campaign aide | TheHill By Trump
September 14, 2019
The Justice Department inspector general has completed an internal review on whether the FBI complied with the law and its own policies while applying for a warrant to surveil former Trump campaign aide Carter Page during the 2016 election.Inspector General Michael Horowitz wrote in a letter to members of Congress on Friday that his office… […]
The Hallmark impeachment hearings By Trump
November 16, 2019
So we are doing another day of impeachment hearings. These are mostly, if Devin Nunes is to be believed, taking place in a deep, secure hole with padded walls to keep secrets from escaping, due to the inexplicable insistence of the Democrats on containing potentially sensitive material, and thus they are a great disgrace. We… […]
Mitch McConnell No Worse Off for 2020 After Bevin’s Kentucky Loss: Analyst By Trump
November 15, 2019
Republican Matt Bevin's loss of the Kentucky governorship to Democratic candidate Andy Beshear excited opponents of the state's Sen. Mitch McConnell, majority leader in the U.S. Senate, ahead of his own bid for re-election in 2020.Democrats are hoping Bevin's defeat is a sign that the unpopularity of President Donald Trump will terminally damage Republican candidates… […]
Opinion | Twitter mobs show the worst in people. But also the best. By Trump
July 6, 2019
The Twitter app is shown on a mobile phone. (Matt Rourke/AP) By Max Boot Max Boot Columnist covering national security Email Bio Follow Columnist July 6 at 6:26 PM I have a love-hate relationship with Twitter. This past week showed the ubiquitous social media site at its best and worst. On Tuesday morning, I happened… […]
Labor market picked up steam in November as U.S. economy added 266,000 jobs and jobless rate fell to 3.5 percent By Trump
December 6, 2019
The United States added 266,000 jobs in November as the jobless rate decreased to 3.5 percent, reflecting a surge of strength in the labor market that has muscled through recession fears that flared over the summer.The data, released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, beat expectations. Analysts had forecast roughly 180,000 new jobs for the… […]
Recalled US ambassador felt ‘threatened’ by Trump By Trump
November 5, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Image caption Marie Yovanovitch worked for the State Department for 33 years A recalled US ambassador at the centre of the Trump impeachment inquiry said she felt threatened by a cryptic remark the president made about her on a call.Ex-envoy to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch told Congress she was "very concerned" by President… […]
Democrat who opposed Trump, Clinton impeachment inquiries faces big test | TheHill By Trump
December 8, 2019
Rep. Collin PetersonCollin Clark PetersonAmash says he will vote in favor of articles of impeachment Democrat says he expects to oppose articles of impeachment against Trump Five questions looming over impeachment MORE (D-Minn.) is the only House Democrat who voted against the impeachment inquiry against President TrumpDonald John TrumpPence: It's not a "foregone conclusion" that… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 8, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
Republicans’ words betray a lack of moral core By Trump
November 12, 2019
The Republicans’ moral decline and perverse priorities have never been more evident than in the remarks of three Republicans who weighed in on the Ukraine scandal.At one end of the spectrum — the one marked “repugnant” — stands former U.S. attorney Joseph diGenova. The Washington Examiner reports:Speaking with Mary Walter and Vince Coglianese on their… […]
Pamela Karlan told a bad joke. The one we’re playing on ourselves is even worse. By Trump
December 5, 2019
Let us begin with the abundantly obvious, since apparently we need to do that these days: It was a bad joke and an incredibly boneheaded strategy.For some reason, Stanford law professor Pamela Karlan thought it was clever to tell the House Judiciary Committee during her Wednesday testimony that “While the president can name his son… […]
Your dog loves you because dogs love everyone. Most people could learn something from them. By Trump
December 2, 2019
While you read this, there is likely a snoring Corgi-Pug mix — picture a snub-nosed fox crossed with an excitable fire log — plastered against my leg. His name is Murray, and he loves people, in this order: me, my husband, and everyone he has ever met.Once, we took Murray to the vet to ask… […]
Trump Is ‘Involved in a Big Cover-Up,’ Watergate Congresswoman Says: ‘He Knows He’s in Big Trouble’ By Trump
December 7, 2019
A former Democratic congresswoman who was on the House Judiciary Committee when it adopted articles of impeachment against President Richard Nixon over the Watergate scandal accused President Donald Trump of being "involved in a big cover-up."It was Nixon's role in the cover-up of Watergate that sank his presidency, and he resigned from the White House… […]
Opinion | Don’t let the North Carolina special election freak you out By Trump
September 11, 2019
President Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Manchester, N.H., on Aug. 15. (Patrick Semansky/AP) By David Byler David Byler Data analyst and political columnist focusing on elections, polling, demographics and statistics Email Bio Follow Data analyst and political columnist September 9 On Wednesday morning, one of the major parties is going to be irrationally… […]
How Trump’s ‘Maximum Pressure’ Iran Policy is Leading the U.S. Into Another War By Trump
October 9, 2019
On a balmy September 28, Sen. Lindsey Graham went golfing with President Donald Trump at the president's private golf club in Sterling, Virginia, about 30 miles outside Washington D.C.As they played the tree-studded course on the banks of the Potomac River, Graham assured Trump that Senate Republicans had his back on the formal impeachment inquiry… […]
‘Start Here’: Iran sanctions planned, mass deportations delayed, climate vote dodged By Trump
June 24, 2019
It's Monday, June 24, 2019. Let's start here. Interested in Start Here Morning Briefing ? Add Start Here Morning Briefing as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Start Here Morning Briefing news, video, and analysis from ABC News. 1. Waiting for Iran The U.S. is set to impose more sanctions on… […]
The Environmentally friendly New Deal vote displays Republicans would instead mock local climate improve than challenge massive lobbying teams By Trump
March 27, 2019
Get the Think newsletter.March 26, 2019, 7:23 PM GMTBy Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and Rep. Jared HuffmanWe are from opposite coasts, serve on opposite sides of the Capitol and one of us is in the majority party while the other is in the minority, but we share one thing as members of Congress: The political experience… […]
Opinion | I want a journalist to see what happens to my organs after I die. Here’s why. By Trump
October 7, 2019
Jennifer Erickson served in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy from 2015 to 2017.After working on organ donation policy in the Obama administration, I have an unusual section in my will: After I die, one of my former White House colleagues is tasked with calling an investigative journalist to see if my… […]
GOP divided over impeachment trial strategy | TheHill By Trump
November 18, 2019
Divisions among Senate Republicans are muddying their strategy for a potential impeachment trial. As lawmakers await any articles from the House, they’re throwing out their own ideas on what the Senate proceeding should look like. But Republicans disagree over the length of a trial and who should be asked to testify — two issues that will need… […]
In other news — a rare political victory for poor and sick Americans By Trump
November 8, 2019
With relatively little fanfare, poor and sick Americans around the country were just handed a series of sweeping victories.That’s because a growing number of states appear to finally be backing off from an organized effort to rip away their health care.I’m referring to Medicaid work requirements, policies that kick low-income people off their insurance if… […]
As Trump Refuses to Rule Out a Government Shutdown, Lawmakers Point to Short-Term Funding Savior By Trump
November 7, 2019
Congress is once again hurtling toward a government shutdown set to commence later this month—unless lawmakers act.When backed against a wall to avert a halt of government in September, Congress passed—and President Donald Trump signed—a continuing resolution (CR) that temporarily funded the government. But that CR funding runs out November 21, a fast-approaching deadline for… […]
US to enlist military allies in Gulf waters By Trump
July 10, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Gen Dunford at a press conference with President Trump in April A senior general has said the US wants to create an international military coalition to safeguard waters around Iran and Yemen. Marine General Joseph Dunford said he wanted to "ensure freedom of navigation" in the region, which provides… […]
Vladimir Putin’s in trouble, and the Moscow election results are just the start of his problems By Trump
September 10, 2019
Since Vladimir Putin first became president of Russia almost 20 years ago, the unwritten rules governing the relationship between political power and the people have been clear: Citizens accept less political freedom in return for receiving greater prosperity. But five years of falling incomes mean that the Kremlin is no longer keeping its side of… […]
Certain tweaks could boost the workforce. Cutting food stamps is not one of them. By Trump
December 6, 2019
THE U.S. labor market is in robust condition. To cite one statistical indicator, the share of people age 25 to 54 — “prime-age” workers — either working or seeking work is now 82.8 percent, nearly where it was just before the Great Recession. Nevertheless, there are still weak spots, notably the lagging labor-force participation of prime-age… […]
Calls for inquiry following teenager dies at US border By Trump
May 22, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Border officials say their facilities for processing migrants are at breaking point Opposition Democrats in the US have demanded an inquiry after a 16-year-old migrant died at a detention centre on the border with Mexico.Carlos Gregorio Hernandez Vásquez, who died on Monday, is the fifth child to die after… […]
Stacey Abrams: Republicans’ extreme positions open the door for Democrats in Georgia By Trump
November 20, 2019
Stacey Abrams was a member of the Georgia General Assembly from 2007 to 2017 and the Democratic candidate for governor in 2018. She is the founder of Fair Fight. During the 2018 gubernatorial campaign, Vice President Pence came to Georgia. He campaigned for my opponent and, in an effort to dismiss me and the legitimacy… […]
War dead remind Trump Jr of his dad’s ‘sacrifices’ By Trump
November 9, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Donald Trump Jr has been mocked for comparing the plight of fallen US soldiers to the business "sacrifices" made by his family.In his new book, the eldest son of the US president says the thought occurred to him during a visit to Arlington National Cemetery in 2017.US veterans and the families… […]
Here’s what a presidential phone call with a foreign leader looks like in a normal White House By Trump
October 1, 2019
The publication of the rough transcript of the phone call — known as a “Memorandum of Telephone Conversation,” or TelCon for short — between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky inspires nostalgic memories for me. I used to participate in similar calls for President Barack Obama during my days at the National Security Council.… […]
Opinion | Trump’s invitation to the Taliban was disgraceful. So was Republican silence about it. By Trump
September 11, 2019
President Trump speaks to reporters on the South Lawn on Sept. 1. (Tom Brenner/Getty Images) By Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin Opinion writer covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Email Bio Follow Opinion writer September 9 You really do have to ask: “What would Republicans have done if President Barack Obama had invited the Taliban… […]
Perspective | The Twitter-fed disaster over Epstein’s death demands a solution: Slow news By Trump
August 13, 2019
Jeffrey Epstein’s death led to a mess of misinformation over the weekend. (AP) By Margaret Sullivan Margaret Sullivan Media columnist Email Bio Follow Media columnist August 13 at 6:00 AM If, by some crazy chance, you wanted to be well-informed these past few days about the sudden death of Jeffrey Epstein, there was a way.… […]
Ambassador’s cellphone call to Trump from Kyiv restaurant was a stunning breach of security, former officials say By Trump
November 14, 2019
A U.S. ambassador’s cellphone call to President Trump from a restaurant in the capital of Ukraine this summer was a stunning breach of security, exposing the conversation to surveillance by foreign intelligence services, including Russia’s, former U.S. officials said.The call — in which Trump’s remarks were overheard by a U.S. Embassy staffer in Kyiv —… […]
Prince Andrew’s BBC interview included apologies — but not to Jeffrey Epstein’s victims By Trump
November 20, 2019
Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, wants you to know that he’s sorry. Not for his decadeslong friendship with sex trafficker and rapist Jeffrey Epstein. Not for what Virginia Giuffre says happened when she was 17, that he allegedly raped her. Not for either intentionally or accidentally overlooking a sex trafficking ring led and facilitated… […]
The Senate must not legitimize the House’s sham impeachment By Trump
November 7, 2019
There are three paths before Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) when it comes to any articles of impeachment the House of Representatives eventually sends the Senate’s way. One is short: a quick dismissal by the Senate of the House charges. One is long: an extensive trial that would let the president and his defenders… […]
Analysis | Is the Supreme Court too deferential to Trump — or worried some judges are overstepping their power? By Trump
September 13, 2019
Wednesday marked the second time since the Supreme Court adjourned in late June that it approved an emergency request from the Trump administration to overrule a lower court on a border security issue. (Carolyn Kaster/AP) By Robert Barnes Robert Barnes Reporter covering the U.S. Supreme Court Email Bio Follow September 12 at 3:03 PM Has… […]
For the first time in history, U.S. billionaires paid a lower tax rate than the working class last year By Trump
October 9, 2019
By Christopher Ingraham Christopher Ingraham Reporter covering all things data Email Bio Follow October 8 at 5:01 PM A new book-length study on the tax burden of the ultrarich begins with a startling finding: In 2018, for the first time in history, America’s richest billionaires paid a lower effective tax rate than the working class.… […]
Impeachment puts spotlight on Georgia Republican eyeing Senate | TheHill By Trump
December 3, 2019
Rep. Doug CollinsDouglas (Doug) Allen CollinsHannity urges listeners to call Georgia governor over Senate pick bucking Trump Trump gives shoutout to Doug Collins ahead of next phase of impeachment hearings Conway says she'll attend impeachment hearing if Schiff testifies MORE isn’t expected to win a coveted appointment this week to fill a Senate seat in… […]
Turkish troops launch Syria offensive By Trump
October 9, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionWatch as Turkish tanks are sent to the border with Syria Turkish warplanes have bombed parts of north-eastern Syria at the start of an offensive which could lead to conflict with Kurdish-led allies of the US.Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the operation was to create a… […]
Trump says he’s becoming victim of a ‘coup’ | TheHill By Trump
October 2, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpKamala Harris calls for Twitter to suspend Trump account over whistleblower attacks Clinton jokes she 'never' had to tell Obama not to 'extort foreign countries' John Dean: 'There is enough evidence' to impeach Trump MORE on Tuesday escalated his criticism of the Democrats' impeachment inquiry, claiming the process resembled a "coup.""As I learn more… […]
John Bolton saw a ‘drug deal.’ Why won’t he tell the cops? By Trump
November 12, 2019
John Bolton witnessed a “drug deal.” Why won’t he tell the cops?President Trump’s former national security adviser wanted nothing to do with the “drug deal” Trump advisers were “cooking up” on Ukraine, according to an aide’s impeachment testimony. Bolton’s lawyer, Charles Cooper, teased House investigators Friday with a letter saying his client has first-hand knowledge… […]
Conservatives offer stark warning to Trump, GOP on background checks | TheHill By Trump
September 13, 2019
Senate conservatives are warning President TrumpDonald John TrumpMexico says it disagrees with 'astonishing' Supreme Court decision allowing Trump asylum rule The Afghan negotiations — echoes from the past Democrats grill Army, Air Force nominees on military funding for border wall MORE and their own leaders to tread carefully in the gun-control debate and caution they… […]
WH record of Trump’s 1st call with Ukraine president differs from earlier description By Trump
November 16, 2019
A rough transcript of a congratulatory phone call President Donald Trump made this spring to Ukraine's president-elect contained no mention of corruption, despite the White House shortly after the call saying Trump had broached the subject. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Donald… […]
Uber says safety is its first priority. Employees aren’t so sure. By Trump
October 1, 2019
Greg Bensinger on Uber’s company-centric safety policies. Matt Zapotsky examines how Attorney General William Barr fits into the impeachment inquiry. And Anne Midgette remembers opera singer Jessye Norman. How Uber’s investigations unit works to limit the company’s liabilityArmed with little more than phone headsets and GPS ride data, a team of less than 100 workers… […]
How an overheard phone call could damage Trump By Trump
November 14, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionKey moments from Trump impeachment hearing Going into the first day of public impeachment hearings, it seemed as though details of the proceedings would be relatively familiar for those who have followed the last month of coverage of closed-door testimony from a parade of current and former… […]
Biden’s Iraq war walk-back is revisionist nonsense By Trump
November 8, 2019
Former vice president Joe Biden said in a recent interview he agrees with Jim Mattis that the Obama administration’s decision to withdraw troops from Iraq was a mistake, but that as vice president he tried to keep “a residual force” stationed there. This is revisionist nonsense. Just a few months ago, at the July Democratic… […]
Contextualizing the lockdown of Kashmir with Hafsa Kanjwal: podcast and transcript By Trump
December 4, 2019
Over the past few months communication coming in and out of Kashmir, the highly contested land between India and Pakistan, has been increasingly difficult. The Indian government lead by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to blackout the region in to order to once and for all place Kashmir under Indian control. The move… […]
Republicans attempt to move impeachment inquiry away from Trump By Trump
November 10, 2019
House Republicans on Saturday pressed ahead with their efforts to move the impeachment inquiry away from President Trump, calling on Democrats to add witnesses to the probe including former vice president Joe Biden’s son and the whistleblower whose initial complaint kicked off the investigation.The GOP demands were met with immediate skepticism from House Intelligence Committee… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – Dems poised to air alleged Trump abuses on TV | TheHill By Trump
November 7, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Thursday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver are the up-early co-creators. Find us @asimendinger and @alweaver22 on Twitter and CLICK HERE to subscribe!The House will officially kick off public… […]
Starting 5: Impeachment, ‘Saturday Night Live,’ France on Strike, Art Basel And An Avicii Tribute Concert By Trump
December 5, 2019
Sign up to get The Starting 5 dropped into your inbox first thing every morningThe Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is so yesterday. Tonight we'll be watching the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Washington D.C. The new tree, a Colorado blue spruce, is less than half the height of its 77-foot cousin in New York,… […]
US and Iranian men released in ‘prisoner swap’ By Trump
December 7, 2019
Image copyright US Embassy Bern Image caption Xiyue Wang, who was held in Iran for three years, was greeted by US Ambassador to Switzerland Edward McMullen The US and Iran have conducted a prisoner swap in a rare sign of co-operation between the two countries.The exchange involved a Chinese-American researcher convicted of spying in Iran… […]
The Memo: Is there a way back for Kamala Harris? | TheHill By Trump
November 3, 2019
Sen. Kamala HarrisKamala Devi HarrisSecond-tier Democrats face do-or-die phase 2020 Dems target inequality with green plans Harris swipes at Warren: 'Unlike others, I've never represented a corporation' MORE (D-Calif.) is under a cloud of doubt after a week in which she announced a staff restructuring, endured more unfavorable opinion polls and sharply reduced her presence… […]
House Judiciary votes to expand impeachment investigation into President Trump By Trump
September 12, 2019
The House Judiciary Committee on Thursday voted along party lines to expand its impeachment investigation, representing a new urgency in the Democrats' probe into President Donald Trump. J. Scott Applewhite/AP House Judiciary Committee members debate amendments as the panel moved to approve guidelines for impeachment hearings on President Donald Trump, on Capitol Hill, Sept. 12,… […]
Russia Is ‘Ready to Immediately’ Extend Nuclear Arms Limit Treaty, Says U.S. Is Not Answering By Trump
December 7, 2019
Russian President Vladimir Putin told military-industrial complex figures Thursday that he was prepared to extend a bilateral pact limiting the nuclear stockpiles of Russia and the United States without preconditions, but claimed the United States has not responded to his offers.Speaking to members of Russia's Defense Ministry and defense industry leaders, Putin criticized the U.S.'… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – Warren’s moment: Policy plans and rising polls | TheHill By Trump
June 11, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Tuesday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver (CLICK HERE to subscribe!). On Twitter, find us at @asimendinger and @alweaver22.After months of trying to gin up momentum for… […]
Leaders of Qatar, Part I By Trump
November 4, 2019
Mr. Abdulla AlMisnad, Deputy CEO at Qatar Free Zones, H.E. Saleh Hamad Al Sharqi Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO and Board Member of the Qatar Financial Center Qatar's success in promoting a diversified economy is evident in the country's advanced ranking on several international indicators. The… […]
Undermining black homeownership with Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 1, 2019
You’ve likely heard of redlining — the practice of systematizing discrimination based on where you live. You’ve probably even heard us talk about the ways its legacy continues to impact the upward mobility of communities of color. But do you know what happened next? In the wake of urban uprisings in the late 1960s, politicians… […]
Trump, GOP shifts focus from alleged surveillance abuse to Durham Russia probe | TheHill By Trump
December 8, 2019
Republicans are preparing to shrug off a forthcoming report on alleged surveillance abuse during the 2016 campaign and turn their focus to an ongoing investigation of the Russia probe. The Justice Department on Monday is expected to release the long-awaited results of DOJ inspector general Michael Horowitz’s investigation into whether the Trump campaign was improperly spied… […]
‘Start Here’: What’s ahead for public impeachment hearings By Trump
November 11, 2019
It's Monday, Nov. 11, 2019. Let's start here. 1. Impeachment goes public The impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump and his Ukraine call enters a new phase with public hearings for several key witnesses set for this week. ABC News Senior National Correspondent Terry Moran previews what to expect on today's "Start Here" podcast and… […]
Trump claims he is contemplating putting migrants in sanctuary metropolitan areas By Trump
April 13, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpJulián Castro: Presidential candidates should be required to release tax returns Hillary Clinton says Assange must 'answer for what he has done' after arrest Herman Cain expected to withdraw from consideration for Fed: report MORE said Friday his administration is “giving strong considerations” to a controversial plan that would release migrants into… […]
Brother of Honduran president accused of getting $1 million from ‘El Chapo’ By Trump
October 3, 2019
A former Honduran politician is facing life in federal prison for allegedly getting help from his brother, currently the president of the Central American country, in conspiring with massive drug cartels including that of Mexican drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán to smuggle drugs in the United States, prosecutors said. Federal prosecutor Jason Richman told… […]
Giuliani associates pressed past president of Ukraine to announce Biden investigation in exchange for state visit By Trump
November 9, 2019
Two associates of Rudolph W. Giuliani pressed the then-president of Ukraine in February to announce investigations into former vice president Joe Biden’s son and purported Ukrainian interference in the 2016 election in exchange for a state visit, and a lawyer for one of the associates said Friday that they were doing so because Giuliani —… […]
Tuesday’s elections sent Republicans a strong message By Trump
November 7, 2019
President Trump is in a whole lot of trouble. Andy Beshear, who has claimed victory in the Kentucky governor’s race, showed that Democrats prosper when they focus on what he called “kitchen-table issues.” In Virginia, voters demonstrated that support for gun control is now an asset, not a liability, in American politics.More broadly: Railing against… […]
British Politician Boris Johnson Hung Up On Donald Trump’s Call Because He Thought It Was a Prank By Trump
June 10, 2019
British Conservative Party politician Boris Johnson wasn't expecting to receive a call from Donald Trump last week, and was so taken aback when the president did call that Johnson assumed it was a prank and hung up.In an interview with British newspaper The Sunday Times, Johnson explained that he received a call from someone claiming… […]
New York City dumping homeless to New Jersey to live in decrepit buildings: Lawsuit By Trump
December 4, 2019
A program designed to help curb homelessness in New York City has turned Newark, New Jersey, and surrounding area into a dumping ground for needy families, according to a new lawsuit. People who had been in shelters are being placed in uninhabitable or illegal apartments, some with no heat or electricity, some with crumbling ceilings… […]
Supreme Court abortion case poses major test for Trump picks | TheHill By Trump
October 6, 2019
The Supreme Court's decision to take up a Louisiana abortion case this term will pose a major test for President TrumpDonald John TrumpGordon Sondland expected to appear for House deposition Ivanka Trump on impeachment: 'Everything's a question of priorities' Second intel official considering filing complaint over Trump: report MORE's nominees on the politically divisive issue.The… […]
Opinion | Why Biden will never recover from his ‘record player’ line By Trump
September 15, 2019
By Hugh Hewitt Hugh Hewitt Bio Follow September 14 at 3:03 PM Just to be sure I heard it correctly, I replayed former vice president Joe Biden’s eye-popping gaffe from Thursday night’s debate instructing poor parents to put the record player on to help their children learn. “#Record player” was trending on Twitter by the… […]
Protests erupt over Iran petrol rationing By Trump
November 17, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionProtesters took the streets across Iran as fuel price rises were introduced Iran's Interior Minister has warned security officials will step up action against protesters taking to the streets over a new petrol policy.Protests have erupted across Iran after the government unexpectedly announced it was rationing petrol… […]
Trump’s immigration crackdown will make America’s populace slowdown significantly worse By Trump
May 8, 2019
May 8, 2019, 8:24 AM UTCThe U.S. population isn't growing as fast as it used to, and that’s a serious problem for economic growth, social stability and political sanity. Too bad the Trump administration won’t embrace the easy answer: more immigrants.The latest plan from the administration, which the White House shared with several Republican senators… […]
Criminal trial for longtime Trump confidant Roger Stone expected to begin this week By Trump
November 5, 2019
The long-awaited trial of Roger Stone, a veteran Republican operative and onetime campaign adviser to President Donald Trump, is expected to begin in Washington, D.C. federal court this week. Interested in Russia Investigation? Add Russia Investigation as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Russia Investigation news, video, and analysis from ABC… […]
How the U.S. can send a message to Erdogan on free press By Trump
November 12, 2019
Steven Stalinsky is executive director of the Middle East Media Research Institute and the author of “American Traitor: The Rise and Fall of al-Qaeda’s U.S. Born Leader Adam Gadahn.” By now, many Americans are aware that the RT international television network is a propaganda arm of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s regime. They might be less… […]
Opinion | Don’t let the North Carolina special election freak you out By Trump
September 10, 2019
President Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Manchester, N.H., on Aug. 15. (Patrick Semansky/AP) By David Byler David Byler Data analyst and political columnist focusing on elections, polling, demographics and statistics Email Bio Follow Data analyst and political columnist September 9 at 3:55 PM On Wednesday morning, one of the major parties is going… […]
Bolivian lawmakers sent letter to Donald Trump inquiring him to intervene in their country’s election By Trump
April 18, 2019
A group of lawmakers in Bolivia is facing backlash after it sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting he work to intervene in their country’s upcoming election in order to block President Evo Morales from running.The group of 12 politicians asked Trump to use Washington’s influence within the Organization of American States to somehow prevent… […]
Trump phone calls on Congress to ‘fix’ asylum, other immigration ‘loopholes’: ‘Get it carried out now!’ By Trump
April 1, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpMigrants cleared from enclosure beneath El Paso bridge after outcry North Korea calls for probe into 'terror attack' on embassy in Spain Buttigieg: 'I have enormous respect' for Hillary Clinton MORE on Monday urged Democrats to work with Republicans to address U.S. asylum laws quickly, the latest push from the president to… […]
Commerce Dept denies report Ross threatened to fire top NOAA staff | TheHill By Trump
September 10, 2019
The Department of Commerce is denying a media report that Commerce Secretary Wilbur RossWilbur Louis RossHillicon Valley: Court delays ruling against Qualcomm | Google asks employees not to talk politics at work | Facebook releases early emails discussing Cambridge Analytica | Bannon to release anti-Huawei film Bannon to release anti-Huawei film 'Claws of the Red… […]
Opinion | What happened to the Rohingya was genocide — and it’s time for the U.S. to say it By Trump
August 21, 2019
Rohingya refugees gather at the Bangladesh-Myanmar border on Aug. 24, 2018. (Nyein Chan Naing/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock) By Olivia Enos August 21 at 1:18 PM Olivia Enos is a senior policy analyst in the Asian Studies Center at The Heritage Foundation. On Aug. 25, two years will have passed since that fateful August day when the Myanmar military… […]
Opinion | Trump’s invitation to the Taliban was disgraceful. So was Republican silence about it. By Trump
September 12, 2019
President Trump speaks to reporters on the South Lawn on Sept. 1. (Tom Brenner/Getty Images) By Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin Opinion writer covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Email Bio Follow Opinion writer September 9 You really do have to ask: “What would Republicans have done if President Barack Obama had invited the Taliban… […]
Juan Williams: Stephen Miller must be fired | TheHill By Trump
December 2, 2019
We need to talk about Stephen MillerStephen MillerCNN's Cuomo tries to discredit Trump on overhearing conversations without speakerphone More than 100 Democrats sign letter calling for Stephen Miller to resign Hillary Clinton: 'Every day Stephen Miller remains in the White House is an emergency' MORE.I’ve got a lot to say here.I’ve been fired after being… […]
This is what the Trump administration should do on vaping By Trump
November 20, 2019
Scott Gottlieb, a resident fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, was the 23rd commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, from May 2017 to April 2019. He consults for and invests in biopharmaceutical companies.When regulations are contemplated to address an epidemic of teenagers using e-cigarettes, vaping advocates complain loudly. The restrictions will obstruct adult access… […]
Trump’s impeachment tantrums reveal a fragile ego obsessed with saving his legacy By Trump
November 18, 2019
As the former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, Marie Yovanovitch, gave public testimony during the House Intelligence Committee’s second public impeachment hearing Friday, President Donald J. Trump unleashed a bizarre tweet attack, claiming, “Everywhere Marie Yovanovitch went turned bad. She started off in Somalia, how did that go? Then fast forward to Ukraine, where the new… […]
Trump Admin’s Arctic Drilling Proposals a ‘Blatant Disregard for Science’ By Trump
October 2, 2019
The Trump administration is continuing to push ahead with plans to expand land available for drilling in the Arctic Circle with the publication of an environmental impact statement (EIS) last month—despite serious concerns levied against it by various groups regarding its impact on the climate and local ecosystems.The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has set… […]
Public impeachment hearings enter second week | TheHill By Trump
November 19, 2019
The public phase of the Democrats’ impeachment investigation enters its second week on Tuesday, featuring witnesses both parties think will help to boost their clashing judgments about the propriety of President TrumpDonald John TrumpMost Americans break with Trump on Ukraine, but just 45 percent think he should be removed: poll Judge orders Democrats to give… […]
Merriam-Webster: A 200-year-old dictionary offers hot political takes on Twitter | TheHill By Trump
September 14, 2019
The day White House counselor Kellyanne ConwayKellyanne Elizabeth ConwayCondoleezza Rice: Trump needs separate secretary of State, national security adviser Trump says Pompeo not under consideration to replace Bolton White House won't rule out Pompeo as Trump's national security adviser choice MORE coined the term “alternative facts” in an interview defending President TrumpDonald John TrumpBiden campaign:… […]
Senate unanimously passes bill making animal cruelty a felony By Trump
November 7, 2019
The U.S. Senate has passed a bill making certain types of animal cruelty a federal felony. Interested in Animals? Add Animals as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Animals news, video, and analysis from ABC News. The Senate unanimously passed the Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act, which criminalizes certain… […]
Democrats claim new momentum from intelligence watchdog testimony | TheHill By Trump
October 5, 2019
Democrats claimed to find new momentum Friday in their impeachment inquiry into President TrumpDonald John TrumpGordon Sondland expected to appear for House deposition Ivanka Trump on impeachment: 'Everything's a question of priorities' Second intel official considering filing complaint over Trump: report MORE after the top watchdog of the nation's intelligence community briefed lawmakers on his… […]
In high-stakes census case, Supreme Court will dissect Trump’s effort to catalogue noncitizens By Trump
April 21, 2019
Petitioners take the oath of allegiance to become U.S. citizens during a 2016 naturalization ceremony in Washington. (Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg) By Robert Barnes Robert Barnes Reporter covering the U.S. Supreme Court Email Bio Follow April 21 at 7:00 AM The Supreme Court this week takes up the most consequential Trump administration initiative since last term’s travel… […]
US Supreme Court hears major LGBT rights cases By Trump
October 9, 2019
Image copyright SAUL LOEB/Getty Images The US Supreme Court appears divided over whether a civil rights law barring workplace discrimination applies to gay and transgender workers. The top court heard arguments regarding two cases of alleged discrimination against gay employees, and a third involving transgender discrimination.Protesters from both sides gathered outside the court as arguments… […]
Perspective | Critical journalists should be very pleased of — not bullied over — their Russia reporting By Trump
March 25, 2019
By Margaret Sullivan Margaret Sullivan Media columnist Email Bio Follow Media columnist March 25 at 9:32 AM It should be no surprise to anyone that President Trump’s reaction to the Mueller report is to attack reporters for doing their jobs. That’s exactly what he has been doing for years. It’s a predictable political strategy —… […]
South Korea detects flight of ‘unidentified object’ over DMZ By Trump
July 1, 2019
Ending a brief media frenzy, South Korea's military said it turned out to be a flock of birds that prompted it to launch fighter jets and alert journalists that it had detected an unidentified object flying near the border with North Korea on Monday. Interested in South Korea? Add South Korea as an interest to stay… […]
Judd Gregg: Corporations are people too | TheHill By Trump
November 18, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth WarrenElizabeth Ann WarrenBiden says he won't legalize marijuana because it may be a 'gateway drug' Democrats seize on report of FedEx's Elizabeth Warren tax bill to slam Trump's tax plan Warren 'fully committed' to 'Medicare for All' MORE (D-Mass.) says the most amazingly incoherent things.Or should we just say she speaks in “Harvard… […]
Democrats claim new momentum from intelligence watchdog testimony | TheHill By Trump
October 5, 2019
Democrats claimed to find new momentum Friday in their impeachment inquiry into President TrumpDonald John TrumpGordon Sondland expected to appear for House deposition Ivanka Trump on impeachment: 'Everything's a question of priorities' Second intel official considering filing complaint over Trump: report MORE after the top watchdog of the nation's intelligence community briefed lawmakers on his… […]
Democratic leaders seek to have it both ways on impeachment | TheHill By Trump
August 5, 2019
House Democratic leaders are seeking a delicate balance when it comes to impeachment and President TrumpDonald John TrumpCNN's Jake Tapper calls out Republicans who turned down interviews after shootings Booker: Trump 'particularly responsible' for rising hate Castro: Trump 'made a choice to divide people' for his 'political benefit' MORE.Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold NadlerJerrold (Jerry) Lewis… […]
Elizabeth Warren misses the biggest cost of all By Trump
November 8, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) has been confronted with an avalanche of criticism regarding her Medicare-for-all funding pattern. She should have expected no less. The Post’s Editorial Board observes that “there are the potential economic consequences of the taxes Ms. Warren proposes to raise to meet her fantasy $20.5 trillion price tag. Former treasury secretary Lawrence… […]
Schiff introduces bill to strengthen law barring campaigns from accepting foreign dirt | TheHill By Trump
June 20, 2019
A top House Democrat has introduced legislation designed to clarify and strengthen the federal law that bars political campaigns from accepting or receiving foreign assistance in an election.The bill, spearheaded by House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam SchiffAdam Bennett SchiffHillicon Valley: Senate sets hearing on Facebook's cryptocurrency plans | FTC reportedly investigating YouTube over children's privacy… […]
India declares 1.9m ‘illegal foreigners’ By Trump
August 31, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Four million people were stripped off their citizenship in the draft list last July India has published the final version of a list which effectively strips about 1.9 million people in the north-eastern state of Assam of their citizenship.The National Register of Citizens (NRC) is a list of people… […]
Growing 2020 field underscores Democratic divide | TheHill By Trump
November 17, 2019
Deval PatrickDeval PatrickObama cautions 2020 hopefuls against going too far left Ex-Mass. officials say Patrick fired them for their efforts to get his brother-in-law on sex offender registry Krystal Ball accuses Democrats of having 'zero moral authority' amid impeachment inquiry MORE’s eleventh-hour decision to jump into the Democratic presidential primary — and a looming entrance from… […]
Pelosi backers feel vindicated after tumultuous stretch | TheHill By Trump
July 29, 2019
Call them the “I Told You So” Caucus. Democrats who argued during the Speaker race last fall that Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiWith Robert Mueller behind them, Democrats need to focus on 2020 Michelle Obama shares tribute to Baltimore step team after Trump calls city's district 'disgusting' Trump doubles down on attacks against Cummings and Baltimore district MORE… […]
Inside TikTok: A culture clash where U.S. views about censorship often were overridden by the Chinese bosses By Trump
November 5, 2019
The wildly popular short-video app TikTok has become one of the world’s fastest-growing social media platforms, known for its quirky memes and viral singalongs. But its happy-go-lucky rise was largely shaped by its Beijing-based parent company, which imposed strict rules on what could appear on the app in keeping with China’s restrictive view of acceptable… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 12, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
What Tuesday’s election results tell us about 2020 By Trump
November 9, 2019
IT WOULD be wrong to overinterpret the results of Tuesday’s elections, especially with regard to what they might portend for 2020. There’s no reason to underinterpret them, either. The vote counts from Kentucky, Virginia and elsewhere represent the latest hard data about voter tendencies and, on the whole, they imply that, even in longtime Southern… […]
Fox News, Bernie Sanders and the value of discomfort By Trump
April 16, 2019
Get the Think newsletter.April 16, 2019, 2:46 PM GMT / Updated April 16, 2019, 2:55 PM GMTBy Steve KrakauerHow do you get a Fox News audience to enthusiastically cheer for "Medicare For All?" If you’re Bernie Sanders, the answer is simple — go there. Sanders stepped onto the cable channel for a town hall on Monday and… […]
Buttigieg draws fresh scrutiny, attacks in sprint to Iowa | TheHill By Trump
December 6, 2019
The knives are out for South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete ButtigiegPeter (Pete) Paul ButtigiegCastro hits fundraising threshold for December debate On The Money: Congress races to beat deadline on shutdown | Trump asks Supreme Court to shield financial records from House Democrats | House passes bill to explicitly ban insider trading NYT editorial board calls… […]
Nunes accuses Democrats of promoting ‘conspiracy theories’ | TheHill By Trump
December 4, 2019
Rep. Devin NunesDevin Gerald NunesHouse GOP leader defends Nunes: He 'has a right to talk to anybody' Overnight Defense: Trump clashes with Macron at NATO summit | House impeachment report says Trump abused power | Top Dem scolds military leaders on Trump intervention in war crimes cases Phone records detail extent of Giuliani, White House… […]
New Pentagon guidelines reaffirm to top brass that it’s OK to talk to press By Trump
July 27, 2019
The Pentagon has issued new guidance to its senior military and civilian leaders reaffirming Defense Secretary Mark Esper’s commitment that Pentagon leaders should engage more with the press. The guidance could open the door to more press access to senior military and civilian leaders at the Department of Defense who have kept a relatively low… […]
Democratic frontrunners spar over healthcare By Trump
September 13, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionJoe Biden's rambling answer about record players raised eyebrows - but who had the best one-liner? Democratic frontrunner Joe Biden and close rivals Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders have clashed over healthcare at the party's third debate.The debate in Houston, Texas was the first time the three… […]
Five things to know about the Sondland, Volker transcripts | TheHill By Trump
November 6, 2019
House Democrats released transcripts from depositions with two key witnesses in the impeachment inquiry on Tuesday, U.S. Ambassador to the European Union Gordon Sondland and former special envoy to Ukraine Kurt VolkerKurt VolkerRepublicans look to expand impeachment strategy amid release of transcripts First transcripts reveal deep concern over Giuliani pressure campaign Five takeaways from the… […]
Marie Yovanovitch gives Democrats the compelling — and sympathetic — witness they needed By Trump
November 15, 2019
To the extent Democrats need a sympathetic figure in this impeachment inquiry story, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch has made a compelling one. On Friday, she publicly testified that she lost her job by being undermined by President Trump’s personal lawyer and Ukrainians who felt threatened by the anticorruption campaign she helped conduct.Yovanovitch… […]
Pentagon official cited alarm over hold on aid to Ukraine | TheHill By Trump
November 12, 2019
A top career Defense Department official described to House impeachment investigators her dismay over the summer’s delay of U.S. military aid to Ukraine, painting a portrait of a Pentagon doing battle with the White House over the release of funding deemed “vital” to national security.Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary Laura Cooper, who testified late last month,… […]
Pelosi: No confusion on Democrats’ impeachment message | TheHill By Trump
September 12, 2019
Pelosi chided reporters as "the only ones who are sowing" the idea that Democrats are in disagreement over the nature of the party's ongoing investigations into alleged presidential wrongdoing. She invited reporters to join her outside the Beltway, where they could "hear what the American people are saying.""They understand that impeachment is a very divisive… […]
Trump’s Treatment of Iran Will Ensure America Remains the ‘Great Satan’ for Decades to Come By Trump
November 6, 2019
State-organized rallies were held in Iran on Monday to mark the 40th anniversary of the storming of the U.S. embassy in Tehran, when activists—flushed with revolutionary zeal—sought to drive American influence out of the reborn country.The next day, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared America "the Great Satan, the wounded snake." The revolution—with "Death to… […]
Action on gun violence depends on Trump: Be very afraid By Trump
November 17, 2019
Sometimes coincidences can be horrific. On Thursday, as the gun violence prevention organization Brady was set to mark the 1993 passage of the Brady handgun bill, a student at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita, Calif., shot and killed two of his classmates and wounded three others with a semiautomatic handgun in a 16-second spasm… […]
Trump touts budget updates to fund Special Olympics, send astronauts to Mars By Trump
May 13, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpStates fight Trump rollback of Obama lightbulb rules Authorities investigating shooting near Trump resort in Florida Trump: 'China is dreaming' Biden, other Dems get elected MORE on Monday announced a series of updates to his proposed budget for fiscal year 2020, including funding amounts for the Special Olympics and the country's space exploration program.Trump… […]
Iran bars U.N. nuclear inspector from uranium-enrichment plant, citing positive test for explosive nitrates By Trump
November 7, 2019
Iran has prevented a United Nations nuclear inspector from entering a uranium-enrichment facility and revoked her credentials after Iranian officials said she tested positive for explosive nitrates.The move drew condemnation from the United States, which called Iran’s decision to expel the inspector an “outrageous provocation.”Security at Iran’s main enrichment plant at Natanz halted the inspector,… […]
Opinion | Trump is isolationist, protectionist and a climate denier. Voters aren’t. By Trump
September 12, 2019
President Trump in Washington on Sept. 4. (Bill O'Leary/The Washington Post) By Max Boot Max Boot Columnist covering national security Email Bio Follow Columnist September 9 President Trump inherited more than $400 million from his father and invested in one failed business after another. Trump must be the only person in the world who can’t… […]
Trump marketing campaign falsely statements Barr uncovered ‘unlawful spying’ in email to supporters By Trump
April 14, 2019
The Trump campaign on Friday sent a fundraising email and several text messages to supporters misquoting Attorney General William BarrWilliam Pelham BarrConservative strategist: 'Ludicrous' to say there was no Russian interference in 2016 Manafort associate sentenced to three years probation, no prison time Scarborough: It's a 'lie' to say Barr wasn't throwing 'rhetorical red meat'… […]
Undermining black homeownership with Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 4, 2019
You’ve likely heard of redlining — the practice of systematizing discrimination based on where you live. You’ve probably even heard us talk about the ways its legacy continues to impact the upward mobility of communities of color. But do you know what happened next? In the wake of urban uprisings in the late 1960s, politicians… […]
Barry moves inland with highest rainfall totals yet to come By Trump
July 14, 2019
Residents of Louisiana felt the full brunt of Tropical Storm Barry's rainfall overnight as they woke to find localized flooding and tens of thousands without power across the state. Interested in Hurricane Barry? Add Hurricane Barry as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Hurricane Barry news, video, and analysis from ABC… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 13, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
Trump’s sanctions on Iran are hitting Hezbollah hard By Trump
May 18, 2019
Hezbollah leader Hasan Nasrallah speaks at a rally marking the 40th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, in February. The militia has long relied on financing from Iran. (Hussein Malla/AP) By Liz Sly and Liz Sly Beirut bureau chief, covering Lebanon, Syria and the wider region Email Bio Follow Suzan Haidamous May 18 at 1:00 PM… […]
McConnell, Grassley at odds over Trump-backed drug bill | TheHill By Trump
December 6, 2019
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellDemocratic challenger to Joni Ernst releases ad depicting her as firing gun at him Senate confirms eight Trump court picks in three days The case for censuring, and not impeaching, Donald Trump MORE (R-Ky.) and Sen. Chuck GrassleyCharles (Chuck) Ernest GrassleyHouse to vote next week on sweeping bill… […]
I worked in the White House during impeachment. Trump’s team isn’t ready for it. By Trump
October 6, 2019
(Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Joe Lockhart Joe Lockhart served as White House Press Secretary from 1998 to 2000 during the Clinton administration, and co-hosts the podcast “Words Matter.” October 3 The period in early December 1998 just before the House of Representatives impeached President Bill Clinton has been on my mind lately. I’ve been… […]
Main suspect in New Zealand shootings that killed 49 appears in court By Trump
March 16, 2019
By Emanuel Stoakes and Gerry Shih Gerry Shih China Correspondent Email Bio Follow March 15 at 11:01 PM KEY DEVELOPMENTS • The primary suspect in Friday’s deadly shooting at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, appeared in court on Saturday. Brenton Harrison Tarrant, a 28-year-old Australian, smirked to the cameras and made a white power… […]
Pelosi hits back at Trump over letter: ‘Only the latest attempt to cover up his betrayal of our democracy’ | TheHill By Trump
October 9, 2019
Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiEx-Trump officials met with Zelensky campaign aides at Trump hotel earlier this year: report Overnight Health Care — Presented by Coalition Against Surprise Medical Billing — Buttigieg unveils aggressive plan to lower drug prices | Supreme Court abortion case poses major test for Trump picks | Trump takes heat from right over… […]
The Kentucky and Virginia elections were all about Trump. That’s bad for Republicans. By Trump
November 9, 2019
Races for a seat on the Loudoun County, Va., Board of Supervisors don’t usually attract national media coverage. At most, The Washington Post’s Metro section might publish a short piece about an especially notable contest to help govern the sprawling exurban county west of the nation’s capital.Juli Briskman changed that on Tuesday.Trump’s unprecedented intrusion in… […]
Opinion | John Cornyn is choosing Trump over Texas By Trump
August 5, 2019
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Tex.) in El Paso on Sunday. (Jose Luis Gonzalez/Reuters) By Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin Opinion writer covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Email Bio Follow Opinion writer August 5 at 4:09 PM The Texas Tribune reports on state Republicans’ willingness — or lack thereof — to explain the connection between the… […]
Resolution blocking Trump’s Mexico tariffs faces uncertain path By Trump
June 4, 2019
Senate Republicans say a possible resolution to block President TrumpDonald John TrumpHead of anti-abortion group promises to spend M during 2020 election cycle Clyburn walks back comments about impeachment Transportation Department seeks to crack down on pipeline protests: report MORE’s threat to impose new tariffs on Mexico will begin in the House and may not even… […]
Trump encounters GOP resistance to investigating Hunter Biden | TheHill By Trump
November 8, 2019
A push by President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump encounters GOP resistance to investigating Hunter Biden Trump's 2016 team sounds alarm as Democrats make gains Whistleblower lawyer sends cease and desist to White House over Trump's attacks MORE and conservatives to dig into Hunter Biden’s work in Ukraine is running into stumbling blocks from an unusual corner:… […]
The GOP’s bootlicking cowardice knows no bounds By Trump
October 8, 2019
President Trump attends the Young Black Leadership Summit Friday at the White House. (Yuri Gripas/Reuters) By Eugene Robinson Eugene Robinson Columnist focusing on politics and culture Email Bio Follow Columnist October 7 at 5:00 PM President Trump’s defense against impeachment is bombastic, full of lies and incoherent to the point of lunacy, which is no… […]
Who is Robert Blair? Top National Security Aide Told by White House Not to Testify in Impeachment Inquiry By Trump
November 3, 2019
As the Democrats' impeachment investigations into President Donald Trump gather further steam, a further top White House staffer has refused to comply with proceedings.Robert Blair, a top adviser to acting Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney, was expected to give testimony to ongoing closed-door House Intelligence Committee hearings on Monday, but a lawyer for Blair confirmed… […]
O’Rourke ends presidential bid | TheHill By Trump
November 2, 2019
Former Rep. Beto O’Rourke (D-Texas) announced Friday that he would drop out of the presidential race, ending what was once thought to be a potential leading 2020 Democratic bid that failed to garner the same enthusiasm that surrounded his Senate campaign last year.O'Rourke said in a post on the website Medium that it had become clear he did not… […]
Opinion | McGahn’s testimony could rock the White House. But it might come too late. By Trump
September 13, 2019
Then-White House counsel Donald McGahn in May 2018. (Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Harry Litman Harry Litman Contributing columnist focused on legal issues Bio Follow Contributing columnist September 12 at 10:54 AM Remember Donald McGahn? The House Judiciary Committee has gone to court to enforce the subpoena it issued in April for the former White… […]
Kentucky Democrats found Trump’s kryptonite By Trump
November 7, 2019
Andy Slavitt is former acting administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in the Obama administration and board chair of United States of Care.Tuesday’s governor’s race in Kentucky showed there is kryptonite to beat President Trump even in rural America, and that kryptonite is health care. Democrats should take that lesson to heart… […]
Cheney says Congress ‘must and will’ act after Turkey launches ‘sickening’ offensive in Syria | TheHill By Trump
October 9, 2019
Rep. Liz CheneyElizabeth (Liz) Lynn CheneyOvernight Defense: Republicans urge Trump to reverse course on Syria | Dems subpoena Pentagon in impeachment probe | North Korea talks falter Bipartisan lawmakers who visited Syrian border slam Trump's 'rash decision' The Hill's 12:30 Report — Presented by USAA — Trump sparks firestorm over Syria MORE (Wyo.), the No.… […]
Trump says the Bidens should testify | TheHill By Trump
November 7, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpBiden allies see boost in Tuesday's election results Sanders vows to end Trump's policies as he unveils immigration proposal Republicans warn election results are 'wake-up call' for Trump MORE on Thursday called for former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenBiden allies see boost in Tuesday's election results Trump rails against House Democrats, impeachment… […]
Comey: Trump peddling ‘dumb lies’ By Trump
May 28, 2019
Former FBI director James ComeyJames Brien ComeyLiz Cheney: Statements by agents investigating Trump 'could well be treason' Five takeaways from Barr's new powers in 'spying' probe Trump orders intel agencies to cooperate with Barr probe into 'spying' on 2016 campaign MORE is accusing President TrumpDonald John TrumpCitizenship and Immigration Services union blasts Trump's pick to… […]
2020 Dems target inequality with green plans | TheHill By Trump
November 3, 2019
2020 Democratic presidential contenders are giving new attention to the idea of "environmental injustice," heartening green advocates who argue that polluting industries have gone unchecked.A number of candidates have rolled out ambitious plans to tackle decades of pollution and harmful practices that have been concentrated in the nation’s poorest neighborhoods and communities of color."Our crisis of environmental… […]
Democrats could introduce articles of impeachment next week | TheHill By Trump
December 5, 2019
House Democrats could introduce articles of impeachment against President TrumpDonald John TrumpStates slashed 4,400 environmental agency jobs in past decade: study Biden hammers Trump over video of world leaders mocking him Iran building hidden arsenal of short-range ballistic missiles in Iraq: report MORE next week, four Democratic sources told The Hill on Thursday.“I expect articles… […]
The Hill’s 12:30 Report: House panel approves impeachment powers | TheHill By Trump
September 12, 2019
To view past editions of The Hill's 12:30 Report, click here: http://bit.ly/1M1mIfw To receive The Hill's 12:30 Report in your inbox, please sign up here: http://bit.ly/1Tt4hqN--> A midday take on what's happening in politics and how to have a sense of humor about it.**Ha. Haha. Hahah. Sniff. Haha. Sniff. Ha--breaks down crying hysterically.The Hill’s 12:30 Report: Judiciary approves new powers for impeachment… […]
Jury finds Stone guilty on 7 felony counts | TheHill By Trump
November 16, 2019
Roger Stone, the right-wing provocateur and longtime associate of President Trump, was convicted on Friday of lying to Congress and witness tampering related to his efforts to feed the Trump campaign inside information about WikiLeaks in 2016.Jurors convicted Stone on all seven counts of obstruction, making false statements and witness tampering. They deliberated for more… […]
Fox News’ Tucker Carlson praises Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Bernie Sanders for operate on Mortgage Shark Avoidance Act By Trump
May 11, 2019
Fox News host Tucker Carlson offered rare praise for a pair of Democrats on his show Friday, saying a bill introduced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders was the right move to protect people from big banks.The comments came at the end of the Tucker Carlson Show where the host referenced the duo's… […]
Leaders of Qatar, Part I By Trump
November 5, 2019
Mr. Abdulla AlMisnad, Deputy CEO at Qatar Free Zones, H.E. Saleh Hamad Al Sharqi Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO and Board Member of the Qatar Financial Center Qatar's success in promoting a diversified economy is evident in the country's advanced ranking on several international indicators. The… […]
Impeachment gives Trump staffers a choice: Loyalty and maybe prison, or betrayal and derision By Trump
November 12, 2019
The emerging strategy of House Republicans to argue that White House advisers went rogue — without the authorization of President Donald Trump — to press Ukraine to provide dirt on a political opponent puts Office of Management and Budget Director Mick Mulvaney, National Security Council legal adviser John Eisenberg, the president’s personal attorney and former… […]
White House releases physician’s memo of Trump’s unannounced hospital visit By Trump
November 19, 2019
President Donald Trump mocked speculation that followed his unexpected weekend visit to Walter Reed Medical Center for what he called “phase one” of his annual physical, after his physician released a memorandum on Monday. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Donald Trump news,… […]
Impression | ‘It could have been worse’ is the foundation of Trump’s presidency By Trump
April 8, 2019
President Trump steps from Air Force One with Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) upon arrival in Los Angeles Friday. (Kevin Lamarque/Reuters) By Fred Hiatt Fred Hiatt Editorial page editor and columnist, overseeing The Washington Post Opinions section. Email Bio Follow Editorial page editor April 7 at 7:06 PM Every time President Trump threatens to do something… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Volker says he should have recognized push for probe into Ukrainian company was connected to Biden By Trump
November 20, 2019
Vindman, a key witness in the impeachment inquiry, said he was alarmed by Trump’s July call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which Vindman called “improper.” Democrats are seeking to prove that Trump leveraged military aid and a White House meeting in exchange for investigations of the Bidens and other Democrats.●House is investigating whether Trump lied… […]
Israel hits ‘dozens of Iranian and Syrian targets’ By Trump
November 20, 2019
Image copyright AFP/Getty Images Image caption Syria's state media released images of what they say are destroyed houses near Damascus Israel says it has hit dozens of targets in Syria belonging to the government and allied Iranian forces.The Israeli military says the "wide-scale strikes" responded to rockets fired by an Iranian unit into Israel.Syria says… […]
Bolivia’s ex-president offered asylum in Mexico By Trump
November 12, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionWatch Evo Morales announce his resignation Mexico has offered asylum to former Bolivian President Evo Morales, a day after he resigned following weeks of protest over a disputed election.Mexico says the decision was taken for "humanitarian reasons" after a request from Mr Morales.Mr Morales has not yet… […]
The usa assisted 12,587 Syrian refugees in 2016. In 2018, it was just sixty two. What will 2019 deliver? By Trump
May 10, 2019
The Trump administration slashed the number of Syrian refugees allowed into the country from 12,587 in fiscal year 2016 to a meager 62 in 2018. Mustafa Khatieb, who fled Syria to join his family in neighboring Lebanon a year and a half ago, watched on from the country's capital. "If I had the chance, I would love… […]
Senate unanimously passes bill making animal cruelty a felony By Trump
November 6, 2019
The U.S. Senate has passed a bill making certain types of animal cruelty a federal felony. Interested in Animals? Add Animals as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Animals news, video, and analysis from ABC News. The Senate unanimously passed the Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act, which criminalizes certain… […]
Are voters biased against women candidates? By Trump
September 11, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Kamala Harris (left), Elizabeth Warren (centre) and Amy Klobuchar (right) will take the stage on 12 September With a record number of women in the fight for the White House, it's time to re-examine what role - if any - gender biases may play in the 2020 election.It's been… […]
Leaders of Qatar, Part I By Trump
November 11, 2019
Mr. Abdulla AlMisnad, Deputy CEO at Qatar Free Zones, H.E. Saleh Hamad Al Sharqi Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO and Board Member of the Qatar Financial Center Qatar's success in promoting a diversified economy is evident in the country's advanced ranking on several international indicators. The… […]
Trump: Democrats wasting time on ‘bulls—‘ with impeachment inquiry | TheHill By Trump
October 2, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpFederal judge halts California law targeting Trump tax returns Trump agriculture chief: No guarantee small farms can survive Harris presses Twitter to 'do something' over Trump's 'coup' tweet MORE on Wednesday blasted Democrats for wasting time on "bullshit" as the House moves forward with its impeachment inquiry.The president on Wednesday morning unleashed… […]
Netflix’s ‘Marriage Story’ with Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver isn’t your parents’ divorce movie By Trump
December 7, 2019
Like horror movies, films about love and marriage reflect eras in which we live. Noah Baumbach's "Marriage Story" — which takes some cues from Baumbach’s divorce from Jennifer Jason Leigh, who reportedly gave it her seal of approval — is no different. Starring Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver as young creatives fighting over the supposed… […]
House Intelligence Committee to begin reviewing impeachment investigation report Monday | TheHill By Trump
December 1, 2019
The House Intelligence Committee will begin reviewing a report Monday on its investigation into President TrumpDonald John TrumpHouse Intelligence Committee to review impeachment investigation report Monday Comedian Rosanne Barr to speak at Trumpettes' Gala at Mar-A-Lago Israeli, Palestinian business leaders seek Trump boost for investment project MORE’s dealings with Ukraine, a committee official confirmed to The… […]
Former Chief White House Ethics Lawyer Says Trump Needs To Be Impeached By Trump
October 9, 2019
A former chief White House ethics lawyer has said President Trump is building an 'international coalition against the Russia investigation,' adding that he needs to be impeached immediately.Richard W. Painter, who served as the chief ethics lawyer for the George W. Bush administration from 2005 to 2007 and is now a law professor at the… […]
Trump raises stress on Dems to back disaster assist monthly bill threatened by Puerto Rico funding By Trump
April 1, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpMigrants cleared from enclosure beneath El Paso bridge after outcry North Korea calls for probe into 'terror attack' on embassy in Spain Buttigieg: 'I have enormous respect' for Hillary Clinton MORE is pressing Democrats ahead of a crucial vote later Monday to support a disaster aid bill that has become threatened by… […]
Twice the Amount of Aid is Now Being Held From Puerto Rico by HUD By Trump
December 7, 2019
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is withholding an additional $8 billion in unmet needs disaster relief from Puerto Rico—two times the amount the department is already illegally delaying—and Congress wants answers.The holdup of the additional money, which lawmakers recently discovered, is further stalling the island nation's ability to recover from Hurricanes Maria… […]
US likely to impose more tariffs on China if new trade deal isn’t reached By Trump
June 18, 2019
U.S. trade representative Robert Lighthizer said before the Senate Finance Committee on Tuesday that the U.S. is ready to place more tariffs on China if it can't agree to a new trade deal. Interested in China? Add China as an interest to stay up to date on the latest China news, video, and analysis from… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Scholars called by Democrats testify that Trump’s conduct is grounds for removal from office By Trump
December 4, 2019
Three constitutional scholars summoned by Democrats are testifying Wednesday that President Trump’s conduct toward Ukraine rises to the level of impeachment, as the inquiry moves to a new phase with the first hearing by the House Judiciary Committee, a panel prone to theatrics and partisan brawls.Another law school professor, tapped by Republicans, is cautioning against… […]
The Latest: US Navy assisting 2 targeted tankers in Oman Sea By Trump
June 13, 2019
The Latest on Mideast developments amid rising tensions in the Persian Gulf region (all times local): 11:25 a.m. The U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet says it is assisting two oil tankers targeted in the "reported attack on tankers in the Gulf of Oman." The Bahrain-based force did not elaborate on who attacked what it described as… […]
Iran releases American held since 2016 in prisoner exchange | TheHill By Trump
December 7, 2019
The Trump administration on Saturday announced the release of Xiyue Wang, a Chinese American graduate student detained in Iran since 2016, as part of a prisoner exchange with Tehran."After more than three years of being held prisoner in Iran, Xiyue Wang is returning to the United States," President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump says he will 'temporarily… […]
‘No collusion!’ goes from a defiant mantra to a rallying cry for Trump’s reelection By Trump
March 25, 2019
President Donald Trump arrives on the South Lawn of the White House on Sunday. (Oliver Contreras/For The Washington Post) By Josh Dawsey , Josh Dawsey Reporter covering the White House Email Bio Follow Ashley Parker and Ashley Parker White House reporter Email Bio Follow Philip Rucker Philip Rucker White House Bureau Chief Email Bio Follow… […]
State Dept. watchdog: Official’s firing was case of political retaliation | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
The report describes the termination of career State employee Sahar Nowrouzzadeh, who is currently a research fellow on Iran at Harvard University. According to the report, Nowrouzzadeh was working in the office of policy planning, a kind of internal think tank for the department, but was eventually reassigned from her work based on accusations stemming… […]
USDA relocation has delayed key studies and millions in funding, employees say By Trump
October 2, 2019
The relocation of two Agriculture Department agencies out of the District of Columbia has delayed the publication of dozens of research reports, squelched early-stage studies and halted the release of millions of dollars in funding, USDA employees say.At the direction of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, two scientific agencies — the National Institute of Food and… […]
Opinion | Trump’s invitation to the Taliban was disgraceful. So was Republican silence about it. By Trump
September 11, 2019
President Trump speaks to reporters on the South Lawn on Sept. 1. (Tom Brenner/Getty Images) By Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin Opinion writer covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Email Bio Follow Opinion writer September 9 You really do have to ask: “What would Republicans have done if President Barack Obama had invited the Taliban… […]
In impeachment, Democrats should focus on the big stuff By Trump
December 8, 2019
HOUSE SPEAKER Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Thursday officially instructed key committee chairs to draft articles of impeachment against President Trump. But it’s still unclear what those articles would cover: just the Ukraine scandal, or other instances of presidential misconduct, particularly relating to the Russia investigation?The Democrats would be wise to focus narrowly on Ukraine.Focused impeachment… […]
Danish royal household ‘surprised’ by Trump canceling trip By Trump
August 21, 2019
U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to cancel a visit to Denmark next month after the prime minister described his plan to buy Greenland as "absurd" took the Danish royal palace by surprise, a spokeswoman said Wednesday. Lene Balleby told The Associated Press Wednesday that the news was "a surprise" to the royal household, which formally… […]
Trump asked about shooting migrants crossing border in the legs: Sources By Trump
October 3, 2019
Frustrated with a record number of people seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border this spring, President Donald Trump at one point asked in a private meeting with close aides whether the U.S. could shoot migrants below the waist to slow them down. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump as an interest to stay up… […]
Yovanovitch makes it clear: Trump put his personal interests above the U.S. By Trump
November 16, 2019
PRESIDENT TRUMP and his defenders have been arguing, weakly, that his actions toward Ukraine, including demands for the investigation of his political opponents, were somehow consistent with U.S. national interests. There is no way to make that case about his treatment of Marie Yovanovitch, the former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine. In compelling testimony during the… […]
‘Here in El Paso, we’re just a family’: City turns out for widower of Walmart massacre victim By Trump
August 17, 2019
By Robert Moore August 17 at 10:08 AM EL PASO — Antonio Basco, overwhelmed by loneliness and grief after his wife, Margie Reckard, was slain in a mass shooting on Aug. 3, invited the El Paso community to attend her prayer service Friday night. The response shocked Basco, but probably not most El Pasoans. “Thank… […]
Trump denies asking attorney general to clear him By Trump
November 8, 2019
Image copyright The Washington Post/Getty Images Image caption William Barr reportedly denied the president's request to publicly clear him of wrongdoing US President Donald Trump has denied asking the justice department to clear him of wrongdoing over a phone call with Ukraine's president that is at the heart of an impeachment inquiry. US media say… […]
Iran protests have shattered regime’s illusion that it’s safe from the wrath of its people By Trump
December 7, 2019
A fresh wave of political uprisings hit the Middle East this year, as if to complete the work that the 2011 Arab Spring left unfinished. They have stretched so far across the region that it has shattered even Iran’s illusion that, by wielding unprecedented power abroad and intimidating authority at home, it was immune. But… […]
Democrats sharpen impeachment case, decrying ‘bribery’ as another potential witness emerges linking Trump to Ukraine scandal By Trump
November 15, 2019
Democrats sharpened their case for impeachment Thursday, escalating their rhetoric against President Trump as additional evidence emerged potentially implicating him directly in the abuse-of-power controversy surrounding U.S. relations with Ukraine.Using her most aggressive language yet, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) accused Trump of committing “bribery” by seeking to use U.S. military aid as leverage to… […]
Republicans are all about boosting economic growth — except when it comes to food stamps By Trump
December 6, 2019
Republicans are all about boosting economic growth, so they say. Eking out a few extra bucks of economic activity is their top priority — more important than, say, curbing illness and death (hence, looser water pollution standards, fewer slaughterhouse inspections) or even reducing deficits (hence, those budget-busting tax cuts).Unless it comes to punishing poor people. In which… […]
Trump’s removal would require Republican dissidents. But those who speak out become targets of viral disinformation. By Trump
October 4, 2019
In the conspiracy-obsessed echo chambers of conservative talk radio and far-right websites, Sen. Mitt Romney has some explaining to do — answering for ties to the Ukrainian gas company that put Joe Biden’s son on its board, and accounting for conversations with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi about Republican support for impeaching President Trump.In reality, neither… […]
Why Trump turns against everyone By Trump
November 19, 2019
Politico reports:President Donald Trump on Sunday labeled one of his vice president’s top national security aides a “Never Trumper,” a day after it was disclosed that she had said the president’s July call with Ukraine was “unusual and inappropriate” in a deposition to Congress.Trump tweeted that the aide, Jennifer Williams — “whoever that is,” he… […]
Warren: I have a ‘plan’ for dealing with McConnell | TheHill By Trump
June 27, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth WarrenElizabeth Ann WarrenDon't expect Trump-sized ratings for Democratic debates Poll: Biden leads Democratic field by 6 points, Warren in second place Senate Health Committee advances bipartisan package to lower health costs MORE (D-Mass.) got applause from the debate audience Wednesday night when she said she had a "plan" for Senate Majority Leader Mitch… […]
Democrats’ impeachment message leads to plenty of head-scratching | TheHill By Trump
September 11, 2019
Speaking with reporters and appearing on cable news shows, top Democrats on the Judiciary Committee have variably referred to an impeachment inquiry, an impeachment investigation and an impeachment process, while Chairman Jerrold NadlerJerrold (Jerry) Lewis NadlerThis week: Congress returns for first time since mass shootings Judiciary panel preparing to vote on procedures for impeachment probe:… […]
Trump impeachment hearings: Here’s how the process works By Trump
November 14, 2019
Impeachment proceedings for Donald Trump are rolling full steam ahead, with Democrats holding public hearings this week and moving toward drafting articles of impeachment. Interested in Impeachment Inquiry? Add Impeachment Inquiry as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Impeachment Inquiry news, video, and analysis from ABC News. While the process has… […]
Epstein accuser holds Victoria’s Secret billionaire responsible, as he keeps his distance By Trump
October 5, 2019
This Sept. 19, 2014, photo shows Les Wexner, chairman and CEO of Victoria’s Secret parent company L Brands, touring the exhibit at the Wexner Center for the Arts in Columbus, Ohio. (Jay Laprete/AP) By Sarah Ellison and Sarah Ellison Reporter covering media and its intersection with politics and technology Email Bio Follow Jonathan O'Connell Jonathan… […]
Beto O’Rourke switches his style and tone as the spotlight dims By Trump
April 28, 2019
Beto O'Rourke and his three children watch as his wife, Amy, speaks as he officially launches his presidential campaign with a rally in El Paso on March 30. (Sergio Flores/for The Washington Post) By Jenna Johnson Jenna Johnson National political correspondent covering campaigns and voters Email Bio Follow April 27 at 3:02 PM As Beto… […]
Justin Trudeau opponent vows to put an end to “illegal” crossings at U.S.-Canada border By Trump
May 29, 2019
On Tuesday, a North American political leader vowed to put an end to "illegal" crossings at the southern border–and this time, it wasn't President Donald Trump.In fact, the southern border at issue was Canada's own border with the U.S., with Canadian Conservative Party Leader Andrew Scheer vowing to put a stop to an influx of… […]
Opinion | Joe Biden is a hypocrite on Ukraine By Trump
October 9, 2019
Former vice president Joe Biden has said that in holding up vital military assistance to Ukraine, President Trump “used the power and resources of the United States to pressure a sovereign nation, a partner that is still under direct assault from Russia … to subvert the rule of law in the express hope of extracting… […]
Prosecutors examining former Rep. Bob Livingston over Ukraine: Sources By Trump
November 2, 2019
A new name in the House impeachment inquiry, former Republican Rep. Bob Livingston, has surfaced in the ongoing investigation by federal prosecutors in New York into efforts by President Donald Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani and his associates in connection with Ukraine, multiple sources have told ABC News. Interested in Impeachment Inquiry? Add Impeachment Inquiry… […]
The Memo: O’Rourke looks to hit reset button | TheHill By Trump
August 15, 2019
Beto O’Rourke will give a major speech Thursday morning in an effort to infuse his presidential campaign with new life — and it could be his last chance.The former Texas congressman has struggled to gain traction since entering the Democratic race in March, never recapturing the excitement that surrounded his Senate bid against incumbent Sen. Ted… […]
Pelosi: No confusion on Democrats’ impeachment message | TheHill By Trump
September 12, 2019
Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiPelosi: No confusion on Democrats' impeachment message Defense spending bill advances over Democratic wall objections The Hill's Morning Report - 2020 Democrats set for Lone Star showdown MORE (D-Calif.) on Thursday defended Democrats' investigative approach to the White House, dismissing confusion surrounding the party's oversight message as a media construct and vowing… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report — Trump pushes Mexico for ‘significantly more’ as tariffs loom | TheHill By Trump
June 7, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. TGIF! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver (CLICK HERE to subscribe!). On Twitter, find us at @asimendinger and @alweaver22.*** Happy 60th birthday to Vice President Pence! ***U.S. and… […]
Opinion | How this scandal could get much worse for Trump — and Pence By Trump
October 3, 2019
(Evan Vucci/AP) By Greg Sargent Greg Sargent Opinion writer covering national politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer October 3 at 10:31 AM Each time President Trump and his consiglieri stonewall an oversight demand, there’s a strong temptation to conclude that we’re dealing here with a cast of untouchables. The fortress erected around Trump to ward… […]
Trump approves plan for record lower number of refugee admissions | TheHill By Trump
November 4, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpJudge blocks White House's health care requirement for new immigrants: report Trump gets deluge of boos upon entering MSG prior to UFC 244 Trump: 'I would love' to host Ukrainian president at White House MORE has approved a plan to reduce the cap for refugee admissions to the country for fiscal 2020 to 18,000,… […]
Huawei chief makes ‘extraordinary’ 5G offer By Trump
September 13, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Ren Zhengfei says a Western buyer could modify his firm's products to meet the US's security concerns Huawei's chief executive has proposed selling its current 5G know-how to a Western firm as a way to address security concerns voiced by the US and others about its business.Ren Zhengfei said… […]
Pompeo confirms he heard Trump-Ukraine call By Trump
October 2, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Image caption The top US diplomat has become drawn into the impeachment inquiry US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has confirmed he was listening in as the president asked Ukraine to investigate a political opponent.The call - between Donald Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky - is at the centre of a Democratic… […]
The Memo: Bloomberg’s 2020 moves draw ire from Democrats | TheHill By Trump
November 10, 2019
Michael BloombergMichael Rubens BloombergActor Robert De Niro: Trump must be 'held accountable' with impeachment inquiry Scaramucci: Trump sees Bloomberg as threat Biden brushes off Bloomberg challenge: 'I'm pretty far ahead' MORE’s decision to move toward a presidential bid is frustrating many Democrats, who are adamant there is no appetite for a candidacy from the billionaire… […]
Dems rally behind Omar as Trump escalates attacks By Trump
April 16, 2019
House Democrats rallied behind Rep. Ilhan OmarIlhan OmarOmar says she has faced increase in death threats since Trump tweet Fox's Wallace not 'comfortable' playing full 9/11 video tweeted by Trump Yemeni bodega owners call for New York Post boycott over Omar cover MORE (D-Minn.) on Monday as President TrumpDonald John TrumpOmar says she has faced… […]
Cheney calls for Democrats to release impeachment probe transcripts | TheHill By Trump
November 2, 2019
House GOP Conference Chair Liz CheneyElizabeth (Liz) Lynn CheneyNostalgia for the GOP of old Democrats, GOP dig in for public phase of impeachment battle Republicans blast Pelosi following vote on impeachment resolution MORE (R-Wyo.) is calling on Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiTrump at rally says impeachment an 'attack on democracy itself' GOP lawmaker says House impeachment rules… […]
Trump suggests Schiff be arrested for treason for exaggerating call with Ukraine | TheHill By Trump
October 1, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpAmash calls McCarthy incompetent, dishonest after '60 Minutes' interview GOP lawmaker blasts Trump for quoting pastor warning of civil war over impeachment '60 Minutes' correspondent presses McCarthy on impeachment inquiry MORE on Monday suggested House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam SchiffAdam Bennett SchiffLawyers express concern for whistleblower's safety Schiff says he plans to… […]
The fallout of a U.S. troop withdrawal from northern Syria By Trump
October 9, 2019
Ishaan Tharoor on what the withdrawal of troops from Syria means for the Kurds. Eli Rosenberg reports from the picket line of the United Auto Workers strike. And Caroline Kitchener on the stakes of a Supreme Court case focused on LGBT discrimination. Trump move seen as a green light for a Turkish invasion of SyriaThe… […]
Trump’s 2016 team sounds alarm as Democrats make gains | TheHill By Trump
November 8, 2019
Senior members of President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump encounters GOP resistance to investigating Hunter Biden Trump's 2016 team sounds alarm as Democrats make gains Whistleblower lawyer sends cease and desist to White House over Trump's attacks MORE’s 2016 campaign are sounding the alarm, warning that Democratic enthusiasm for impeachment and Republican weakness in the suburbs could spell trouble for the president as he embarks… […]
Latest impeachment developments: Trump weighs in on ‘star’ witnesses | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
Republicans huddle ahead of Friday’s hearing1:35 p.m.Top Republicans and GOP members of the House Intelligence Committee gathered in the Capitol's basement on Thursday morning to hold a strategy meeting and mock hearing ahead of Friday's public impeachment hearing. The meeting lasted for roughly two hours.Rep. Lee ZeldinLee ZeldinThe Hill's Morning Report - Diplomats kick off… […]
Huawei executive enjoys art and books in detention By Trump
December 2, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Image caption Meng Wanzhou on her way to court in Vancouver in September, as part of her fight against extradition to the US A Chinese Huawei executive who was arrested in Canada a year ago has published an open letter detailing her life on bail and thanking supporters.Meng Wanzhou - the chief… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – White House, Congress: Urgency of now around budget By Trump
May 21, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Tuesday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver (CLICK HERE to subscribe!). On Twitter, find us at @asimendinger and @alweaver22.Lawmakers are juggling a to-do list this week that… […]
US and Iranian men released in ‘prisoner swap’ By Trump
December 7, 2019
Image copyright US Embassy Bern Image caption Xiyue Wang, who was held in Iran for three years, was greeted by US Ambassador to Switzerland Edward McMullen The US and Iran have conducted a prisoner swap in a rare sign of co-operation between the two countries.The exchange involved a Chinese-American researcher convicted of spying in Iran… […]
Opinion | A Russian passport. A Russian murder? By Trump
September 9, 2019
Police and forensics officials at a crime scene in Berlin on Aug. 23. Zelimkhan Khangoshvili of Georgia was fatally shot, and German media outlets suspect Russia was involved in the assassination-style killing. (Paul Zinken/AFP/Getty Images) By Editorial Board September 8 at 7:35 PM AT MIDDAY Aug. 23, a former Chechen rebel, Zelimkhan Khangoshvili, who had… […]
Three takeaways from Pelosi’s impeachment address By Trump
December 5, 2019
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) began and ended her brief address Thursday morning by citing the Declaration of Independence and the Founding Fathers. She solemnly reminded Americans that the nation was born out of protest against an “oppressive monarch." The framers of the Constitution, she correctly stated, were worried about a president who would abuse… […]
Mitch McConnell No Worse Off for 2020 After Bevin’s Kentucky Loss: Analyst By Trump
November 16, 2019
Republican Matt Bevin's loss of the Kentucky governorship to Democratic candidate Andy Beshear excited opponents of the state's Sen. Mitch McConnell, majority leader in the U.S. Senate, ahead of his own bid for re-election in 2020.Democrats are hoping Bevin's defeat is a sign that the unpopularity of President Donald Trump will terminally damage Republican candidates… […]
GOP argues whistleblower’s name must be public | TheHill By Trump
November 2, 2019
As the evidence mounts of a quid pro quo in President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump singles in on 'Sleepy Joe Biden' at campaign rally Trump at rally says impeachment an 'attack on democracy itself' GOP lawmaker says House impeachment rules vote 'doesn't change anything for me' MORE's dealings with Ukraine, the president's allies in Congress are… […]
Under Trump, the integrity of government research is in shambles By Trump
October 4, 2019
President Trump displays a path projection map for Hurricane Dorian during a news conference in the Oval Office on Sept. 4. (Tom Brenner/Bloomberg) By Preet Bharara and Christine Todd Whitman October 3 at 7:00 AM Preet Bharara is the former U. S. attorney for the Southern District of New York. Christine Todd Whitman, president of… […]
Trump tears into impeachment probe, witnesses in early Twitter spree | TheHill By Trump
November 9, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpKey impeachment witnesses to know as public hearings begin Centrist Democrats seize on state election wins to rail against Warren's agenda Nunes demands Schiff testify behind closed doors in Trump impeachment inquiry MORE tore into the House’s impeachment investigation in an early Saturday morning tweetstorm as the inquiry is set to enter… […]
Former Chief White House Ethics Lawyer Says Trump Needs To Be Impeached By Trump
October 6, 2019
A former chief White House ethics lawyer has said President Trump is building an 'international coalition against the Russia investigation,' adding that he needs to be impeached immediately.Richard W. Painter, who served as the chief ethics lawyer for the George W. Bush administration from 2005 to 2007 and is now a law professor at the… […]
America’s influence, once so dominant, waning under Trump By Trump
December 9, 2019
It’s whispered in NATO meeting rooms and celebrated in China’s halls of power. It’s lamented in the capital cities of key U.S. allies and welcomed in the Kremlin. Three years into Donald Trump’s presidency, America’s global influence is waning. In interviews with The Associated Press, diplomats, foreign officials and scholars from numerous countries describe a… […]
Ankle monitors can hold captives in invisible jails of debt, pain and bugged conversations By Trump
November 6, 2019
Increasingly, American jails are built without bars, razor wire or even guards. Instead, 21st century prisons are built from data. More and more, inmates are confined not by physical buildings but by GPS monitors, radio-frequency trackers and an array of other electronic monitoring. But make no mistake, electronic monitoring can feel every bit the prison… […]
Trump takes a journey into the constitutional wilderness By Trump
October 8, 2019
By Dana Milbank Dana Milbank Op-ed columnist covering national politics Email Bio Follow Columnist October 7 at 6:23 PM The U.S. Constitution, as written by the framers, contains seven articles. President Trump’s version goes to 12. Trump informed lawmakers of his “Spinal Tap” approach to constitutional law three years ago, but current events make it… […]
Mitch McConnell No Worse Off for 2020 After Bevin’s Kentucky Loss: Analyst By Trump
November 17, 2019
Republican Matt Bevin's loss of the Kentucky governorship to Democratic candidate Andy Beshear excited opponents of the state's Sen. Mitch McConnell, majority leader in the U.S. Senate, ahead of his own bid for re-election in 2020.Democrats are hoping Bevin's defeat is a sign that the unpopularity of President Donald Trump will terminally damage Republican candidates… […]
The Kentucky and Virginia elections were all about Trump. That’s bad for Republicans. By Trump
November 8, 2019
Races for a seat on the Loudoun County, Va., Board of Supervisors don’t usually attract national media coverage. At most, The Washington Post’s Metro section might publish a short piece about an especially notable contest to help govern the sprawling exurban county west of the nation’s capital.Juli Briskman changed that on Tuesday.Trump’s unprecedented intrusion in… […]
Joe Biden releases gun plan that would reinstate assault weapons ban and establish a voluntary buyback program By Trump
October 2, 2019
Former vice president Joe Biden proposes that new guns include biometric technology that enables a gun to be used only by those authorized to do so. (David Maxwell/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock) By Matt Viser and Matt Viser National political reporter Email Bio Follow Felicia Sonmez Felicia Sonmez National reporter on The Washington Post's breaking political news team Email… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – Dems poised to air alleged Trump abuses on TV | TheHill By Trump
November 7, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Thursday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver are the up-early co-creators. Find us @asimendinger and @alweaver22 on Twitter and CLICK HERE to subscribe!The House will officially kick off public… […]
Russia, China, Iran, Syria and Cuba Support Each Other in Fight Against U.S. Sanctions By Trump
September 6, 2019
Russia, China, Iran, Syria and Cuba are among the nations that have come out against the United States' use of sanctions to enforce its foreign policy around the world and these powers have sought ways to support each other in their common struggle.Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez called President Donald Trump's administration out Thursday on… […]
Facing trauma with Jason Kander: podcast and transcript By Trump
September 15, 2019
WARNING: This episode discusses suicidal ideation.How do you know when it’s time to ask for help? For former Missouri Secretary of State Jason Kander, the moment came just as his political star was rising. In October of 2018, in the final stages of what looked like a successful mayoral bid and while part of conversations… […]
House Democrats officially introduce contempt resolution for Barr, McGahn | TheHill By Trump
June 6, 2019
House Democrats have officially introduced a resolution to hold Attorney General William BarrWilliam Pelham BarrNadler: 'It may very well come to' opening a formal impeachment inquiry Nadler: 'It may very well come to' opening a formal impeachment inquiry Judge says he's not ready to rule on new claims about census citizenship question MORE and former… […]
‘Socialism’ is a GOP smear. Democrats have to fight back. By Trump
December 3, 2019
Andrew Gillum was the mayor of Tallahassee from 2014 to 2018 and the Democratic nominee for Florida governor in 2018. A few days after I became the Democratic nominee for governor of Florida, the Republican nominee, Ron DeSantis, visited the historically Cuban neighborhood of Little Havana in Miami and read aloud, in Spanish, from a… […]
The Murder of Jamal Khashoggi, One Year On: His Friends Discuss Saudi Prince MBS, the ‘Tribal Tyrant’ By Trump
October 4, 2019
One year on from the murder of dissident Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman—widely believed to have given the order for the grisly assassination—is lamenting the crime that shocked the world.This weekend, MBS—as he is colloquially known—appeared on CBS News' 60 Minutes, seeking once again to charm the Western world. "You cannot… […]
‘Start Here’: SCOTUS considers abortion, tornadoes, Trump vs. Biden, Opioids on demo By Trump
May 29, 2019
It's Wednesday, May 29, 2019. Let's start here. 1. Roe's future The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld an Indiana law requiring fetal remains be buried or cremated but declined to review a lower court ruling that blocked a ban on abortions motivated by race, sex, or disability of the fetus. Although the court's decision keeps… […]
Trump just undercut his own spinners’ latest line of propaganda By Trump
November 12, 2019
President Trump’s propagandists have a problem. Some of them badly want to argue there was nothing wrong with Trump’s decision to withhold military aid from Ukraine, because he merely wanted that country to clean up its legacy of corruption.In this telling, by using the funding as leverage to produce better outcomes in Ukraine, Trump was… […]
Pelosi: Trump bribed Ukraine, makes Nixon’s offenses ‘look almost small’ | TheHill By Trump
November 15, 2019
Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiOvernight Health Care: Trump officials making changes to drug pricing proposal | House panel advances flavored e-cig ban | Senators press FDA tobacco chief on vaping ban Speaker Pelosi, it's time to throw American innovators a lifeline Why Americans must tune in to the Trump impeachment hearings MORE (D-Calif.) on Thursday accused… […]
Dangers of Vaping: Facts and Statistics on Health Risks of E-Cigarettes By Trump
October 2, 2019
At least 12 people have died in the U.S. and hundreds of people have suffered lung injuries after using e-cigarettes, in a multi-state outbreak which has led officials to advise against vaping. Experts are scrambling to find a cause after the deaths were recorded across 10 states, while 805 injuries were reported in 46 states… […]
2020 Dems ratchet up anti-corporate talk in bid to woo unions By Trump
April 20, 2019
Democratic presidential hopefuls are seizing on anti-corporate rhetoric and policy proposals as they look to win the support of influential labor unions and frame themselves as working-class heroes.While virtually every Democrat in the race has sworn off corporate campaign cash, many are still grappling with past ties to powerful industries and fear that candidates like… […]
Trump is initially leader to meet up with Japan’s new emperor By Trump
May 27, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Image caption Mr Trump met Emperor Naruhito at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo US President Donald Trump has become the first foreign leader to meet Japan's Emperor Naruhito.Mr Trump, who is currently on a four-day state visit to Japan, was greeted by the emperor and Empress Masako at the Imperial Palace in… […]
Opinion | Trump’s lies need to be exposed in real time By Trump
June 24, 2019
President Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House last week in Washington. (Oliver Contreras for The Washington Post) By Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin Opinion writer covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Email Bio Follow Opinion writer June 24 at 1:15 PM In an interview on “Meet the Press,” President Trump repeated… […]
Facebook suggests it will not take away doctored Pelosi video By Trump
May 24, 2019
Facebook on Friday said it is not planning to remove the doctored video of Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiThe Hill's Morning Report — After contentious week, Trump heads for Japan Frustration boils over with Senate's 'legislative graveyard' Trump-Pelosi fight threatens drug pricing talks MORE (D-Calif.) that has been slowed down to make it sound like she is… […]
How Bloomberg could shake up 2020 race By Trump
November 10, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Just as it appeared that the Democratic presidential field was finally shrinking to a manageable size, it might just expand again. Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg is dropping hints that he will launch his own bid for the White House - and when you're a billionaire, it's the kind of… […]
Trump labels Iran’s Revolutionary Guard a terror group By Trump
April 8, 2019
The Trump administration announced Monday it is labeling Iran’s Revolutionary Guard a “foreign terrorist organization,” the first time the United States has applied the label to an entire government entity in a move designed to significantly ramp up the pressure on Tehran.“This action sends a clear message to Tehran that its support for terrorism has… […]
What to look for at Trump impeachment hearing By Trump
November 13, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Trump has decried the impeachment effort as politically motivated The US impeachment inquiry emerges from behind closed doors at last. For more than a month, the process - which could end in a Senate vote on Donald Trump's removal from office - has been shrouded in mystery. The biggest… […]
Mueller’s testimony was a warning: America ignores Russia’s ongoing cyberinvasion at our peril By Trump
July 25, 2019
On Wednesday, America heard from former special counsel Robert Mueller about his investigation into Russia’s cyberinvasion of our country, especially our electoral system. Mueller stuck close to the conclusions of his report, and his answers regarding election security were clear. America’s elections continue to be at serious risk of foreign interference. “They’re doing it as… […]
EPA delays advisors’ review of ‘secret science’ rules | TheHill By Trump
November 18, 2019
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has repeatedly rescheduled and delayed a meeting of an advisory board slated to review a controversial proposal that would block the agency from considering studies that don’t make their underlying data public. The rule in question is titled “Strengthening Transparency in Regulatory Science,” but it is known as the secret science… […]
Bill Gates criticises Warren’s wealth tax plans By Trump
November 7, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Bill Gates has become the latest billionaire to express concern for presidential hopeful Elizabeth Warren's plan for a new tax on the super-rich.At a conference, the philanthropist and Microsoft founder said it would stifle business innovation in America.Ms Warren, a Democratic front-runner in the 2020 presidential race, has offered to meet… […]
Newly released transcripts tell gruesome moments of Saudi columnist killed in embassy By Trump
September 11, 2019
Newly released transcripts provide insight into the final moments of Saudi dissident and Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi before he was killed by Saudi agents inside the kingdom's consulate in Istanbul, Turkey. Interested in Jamal Khashoggi? Add Jamal Khashoggi as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Jamal Khashoggi news, video, and… […]
House Intelligence releases impeachment findings | TheHill By Trump
December 4, 2019
Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee on Tuesday unveiled the much-awaited findings of their weeks-long impeachment investigation, laying out in blow-by-blow detail the basis for their allegations that President Trump abused the power of his office.The 300-page report does not recommend specific articles of impeachment — leaving those decisions to the Judiciary Committee — but… […]
Ross threatened to fire top NOAA staff after office contradicted Trump on Dorian: report | TheHill By Trump
September 10, 2019
Commerce Secretary Wilbur RossWilbur Louis RossHillicon Valley: Court delays ruling against Qualcomm | Google asks employees not to talk politics at work | Facebook releases early emails discussing Cambridge Analytica | Bannon to release anti-Huawei film Bannon to release anti-Huawei film 'Claws of the Red Dragon' Trump administration announces deal to avert tariffs on Mexican… […]
Democrats celebrated their one hundredth working day in Congress by going following Trump’s tax returns and the entire Mueller report By Trump
April 4, 2019
Democrats celebrated their first 100 days in Congress this week by using their authority to check President Donald Trump's power on a number of fronts.House Democrats formally requested six years’ worth of the president’s tax returns yesterday through the Internal Revenue Service. They also asked for the tax returns from eight of Trump's business entities and… […]
‘Start Here’: Supreme Court weighs DACA and Trump mulls flavored vape ban By Trump
November 12, 2019
It's Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019. Let's start here. 1. DACA in court The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments today in a case challenging President Donald Trump's decision to end legal protections for migrants who were brought to the U.S. as children. Juan Hinojos, a 21-year-old DACA recipient and intern on Capitol Hill, joins… […]
Five takeaways from Barr’s new powers in ‘spying’ probe By Trump
May 25, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpNASA exec leading moon mission quits weeks after appointment The Hill's Morning Report — After contentious week, Trump heads for Japan Frustration boils over with Senate's 'legislative graveyard' MORE this week gave Attorney General William BarrWilliam Pelham BarrThe Hill's Morning Report — After contentious week, Trump heads for Japan House Intelligence enjoys… […]
Mitch McConnell No Worse Off for 2020 After Bevin’s Kentucky Loss: Analyst By Trump
November 12, 2019
Republican Matt Bevin's loss of the Kentucky governorship to Democratic candidate Andy Beshear excited opponents of the state's Sen. Mitch McConnell, majority leader in the U.S. Senate, ahead of his own bid for re-election in 2020.Democrats are hoping Bevin's defeat is a sign that the unpopularity of President Donald Trump will terminally damage Republican candidates… […]
Climate talks to open as ‘point of no return’ looms By Trump
December 2, 2019
Image copyright COP25 Image caption Three women will run the meeting: Spanish minister Teresa Ribera, COP President Carolina Schmidt and UN climate chief Patricia Espinosa Political leaders and climate diplomats are meeting in Madrid for two weeks of talks amid a growing sense of crisis.According to UN Secretary General António Guterres, "the point of no… […]
How conspiracy theories spread after Epstein’s death By Trump
August 11, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Jeffrey Epstein, pictured here in 2004, was found dead in jail cell on Saturday aged 66 Just hours after the high-profile financier Jeffrey Epstein was found dead on Saturday, unsubstantiated theories about his death began to gain traction online.Epstein, who had been set to stand trial on sex trafficking… […]
Gowdy in talks to join Trump’s impeachment defense team | TheHill By Trump
October 9, 2019
Former Rep. Trey GowdyHarold (Trey) Watson GowdyGowdy in talks to join Trump's impeachment defense team Rising star Ratcliffe faces battle to become Trump's intel chief Cummings announces expansion of Oversight panel's White House personal email probe, citing stonewalling MORE (R-S.C.) is in talks to join President TrumpDonald John TrumpPelosi hits back at Trump over letter: 'Only… […]
Contextualizing the lockdown of Kashmir with Hafsa Kanjwal: podcast and transcript By Trump
December 5, 2019
Over the past few months communication coming in and out of Kashmir, the highly contested land between India and Pakistan, has been increasingly difficult. The Indian government lead by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to blackout the region in to order to once and for all place Kashmir under Indian control. The move… […]
What the North Carolina election in the 9th District foreshadows about 2020 By Trump
September 11, 2019
Whatever the results of Tuesday’s election in North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District, expect Democrats to call it a victory — even if their nominee loses.Recent polling indicates a close race, even though President Donald Trump won the district by 12 points in 2016, with Hillary Clinton receiving less than 43 percent of the vote. Trump… […]
Pelosi suggests impeachment inquiry could expand beyond Ukraine | TheHill By Trump
November 2, 2019
Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiTrump at rally says impeachment an 'attack on democracy itself' GOP lawmaker says House impeachment rules vote 'doesn't change anything for me' Overnight Health Care: Warren unveils 'Medicare for All' funding plan | Warren says plan won't raise middle class taxes | Rivals question claims | Biden camp says plan will hit… […]
Key takeaways from first public impeachment hearing | TheHill By Trump
November 14, 2019
The first public impeachment hearing in 20 years featured two career diplomats on the front lines of President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump faces high stakes in meeting with Erdoğan amid impeachment drama Democrats worry they don't have right candidate to beat Trump Trump threatening to fire Mulvaney: report MORE’s dealings with Ukraine. William Taylor, the acting ambassador… […]
Live updates: ‘It sounded like a threat,’ ousted U.S. ambassador says of Trump’s comments about her to Ukrainian president By Trump
November 15, 2019
In public testimony at the House impeachment hearings, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch said she felt threatened when she read how President Trump talked about her to his Ukrainian counterpart on a July 25 call.“It sounded like a threat,” she told the House Intelligence Committee during the second open hearing of the impeachment… […]
Mitch McConnell No Worse Off for 2020 After Bevin’s Kentucky Loss: Analyst By Trump
November 9, 2019
Republican Matt Bevin's loss of the Kentucky governorship to Democratic candidate Andy Beshear excited opponents of the state's Sen. Mitch McConnell, majority leader in the U.S. Senate, ahead of his own bid for re-election in 2020.Democrats are hoping Bevin's defeat is a sign that the unpopularity of President Donald Trump will terminally damage Republican candidates… […]
Education Secretary pushes school vouchers at Arizona event By Trump
December 5, 2019
UBy JONATHAN J. COOPER and BOB CHRISTIE Associated PressDecember 5, 2019, 8:18 PM3 min read U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos on Thursday touted her $5 billion plan to fund tuition for private school students, telling a room of supportive parents and lobbyists that it would improve the quality of education. DeVos praised Arizona's devotion to… […]
WH record of Trump’s 1st call with Ukraine president differs from earlier description By Trump
November 16, 2019
A rough transcript of a congratulatory phone call President Donald Trump made this spring to Ukraine's president-elect contained no mention of corruption, despite the White House shortly after the call saying Trump had broached the subject. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Donald… […]
Leaders of Qatar, Part I By Trump
November 4, 2019
Mr. Abdulla AlMisnad, Deputy CEO at Qatar Free Zones, H.E. Saleh Hamad Al Sharqi Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO and Board Member of the Qatar Financial Center Qatar's success in promoting a diversified economy is evident in the country's advanced ranking on several international indicators. The… […]
Opinion | Those who worked with Trump must now tell Congress what they know By Trump
October 9, 2019
David Kramer is a senior fellow in the Vaclav Havel Center for Human Rights and Diplomacy and director of European and Eurasian Studies at Florida International University’s Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs.As part of the House impeachment inquiry of President Trump, Congress should now do something it should have done before:… […]
Zelensky was planning to announce Trump’s ‘quid pro quo’ on my show. Here’s what happened. By Trump
November 15, 2019
The phrase “quid pro quo” is usually translated as “something for something.” In the case of President Trump’s communications with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, it appears that the “quo” was supposed to have been a declaration of Zelensky’s commitment to undertake investigations into the 2016 election and Joe Biden. The New York Times has reported… […]
Mulvaney defends Trump in wake of El Paso, Dayton shootings By Trump
August 4, 2019
In this July 11, 2018, file photo, Mick Mulvaney listens during a news conference in Washington. (Jacquelyn Martin/AP) By Felicia Sonmez and Felicia Sonmez National reporter on The Washington Post's breaking political news team Email Bio Follow Paul Kane Paul Kane Senior congressional correspondent and columnist Email Bio Follow August 4 at 11:46 AM Acting… […]
Toll at least 21 after Mexico cartel attack near US border By Trump
December 1, 2019
Mexican officials say security forces have killed seven more members of the gang that attacked a town near the U.S. border, bringing the death toll to at least 21December 1, 2019, 8:20 PM4 min read Mexican security forces on Sunday killed seven more members of a presumed cartel assault force that rolled into a town… […]
Trump will check with for $8.6B for wall in price range: report By Trump
March 10, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpSanders pledges to support Democratic nominee in 2020 CNN's Zucker: Fox News is a 'propaganda outlet' Warren struggles to gain traction amid Sanders surge MORE intends to request $8.6 billion for his long-promised wall along the border with Mexico when he submits his 2020 congressional budget on Monday, likely igniting another funding… […]
Trump seeks to distance himself from Turkish invasion of Syria | TheHill By Trump
October 9, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpPelosi hits back at Trump over letter: 'Only the latest attempt to cover up his betrayal of our democracy' Trump directed Perry, State Dept. officials to talk to Giuliani on Ukraine: report Murkowski warns against rushing to conclusions on Trump impeachment MORE on Wednesday sought to distance himself from a Turkish military… […]
Comey on Barr: ‘Amoral leaders’ reveal ‘character of those people all over them’ By Trump
May 1, 2019
Former FBI Director James ComeyJames Brien ComeyWilliam Barr should be scrutinized on his record rather than rhetoric Biden: If Trump blocks investigations, Congress has no choice but to impeach him The Hill's Morning Report - Biden's bid gets under Trump's skin MORE wrote in a New York Times op-ed on Wednesday that President TrumpDonald John TrumpKhalifa Haftar… […]
Amazon’s booming counterfeit business raises the risk that regulators will crack down. Good. By Trump
November 19, 2019
Anyone charged with protecting Amazon’s image is having a tough month.On Nov. 11, The Wall Street Journal wrote that the company’s website “increasingly resembles an unruly online flea market,” which probably isn’t the look that a company valued at more than $860 billion is trying to achieve. The Journal linked a surge in fakes and… […]
‘Shameful’ not to publish Russia report – Clinton By Trump
November 12, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionHillary Clinton: "Every person who votes in this country deserves to see that report before the election" It is "inexplicable and shameful" that the UK government has not yet published a report on alleged Russian interference in British politics, Hillary Clinton has told the BBC.The report has… […]
Analysis | The Daily 202: Counterpunching like Trump, Biden attacked most of his rivals on the debate stage. He looked weak. By Trump
August 1, 2019
By James Hohmann James Hohmann National political correspondent and author of The Daily 202 Email Bio Follow August 1 at 10:51 AM With Mariana Alfaro THE BIG IDEA: Joe Biden didn’t just defend himself in Detroit on Wednesday night. He went after Kamala Harris, Cory Booker, Julián Castro, Kirsten Gillibrand and even Bill de Blasio.… […]
Trump has spread more hatred of immigrants than any American in history By Trump
November 10, 2019
President Trump insists that he harbors no prejudice against immigrants. “I love immigrants,” he told Telemundo in June. Indeed, Trump has married two immigrants — Ivana Zelníčková (from what is now the Czech Republic) and Melanija Knavs (born in what is now Slovenia). He does occasionally say something positive about an immigrant group, such as… […]
Republicans writing off tough-line DHS candidate By Trump
April 11, 2019
Senate Republicans are waving President TrumpDonald John TrumpKoch network launches ad campaign opposing Trump's proposed gas tax Trump laments EU 'being so tough' on Brexit Inslee knocks Trump for wind turbine remarks MORE off from nominating Kris Kobach, a favorite among conservatives who want tougher enforcement of immigration laws, to serve as the next secretary… […]
U.S. says Russia “will pay a price” for helping Venezuela, where missiles are getting ready to fire By Trump
March 30, 2019
The U.S. has warned that Russia would be punished for supporting Venezuela as Washington and Moscow face off over the socialist-led Latin American country's political and economic crisis.U.S. special envoy to Venezuela Elliot Abrams has condemned Russia's recent deployment of aircraft and up to 100 military personnel to Venezuela, where Moscow has backed President Nicolás Maduro… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Nadler says scholars’ testimony is ‘clear and compelling evidence’ that Trump abused his power By Trump
December 5, 2019
Three law professors who testified were summoned by the Democrats, while another was tapped by Republicans. The GOP-picked witness cautioned against moving too quickly with impeachment, while the other three argued that Trump’s behavior is impeachable.The inquiry has moved into a new phase after the House Intelligence Committee voted along party lines Tuesday to approve… […]
How an overheard phone call could damage Trump By Trump
November 14, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionKey moments from Trump impeachment hearing Going into the first day of public impeachment hearings, it seemed as though details of the proceedings would be relatively familiar for those who have followed the last month of coverage of closed-door testimony from a parade of current and former… […]
For the first time in history, U.S. billionaires paid a lower tax rate than the working class last year By Trump
October 9, 2019
By Christopher Ingraham Christopher Ingraham Reporter covering all things data Email Bio Follow October 8 at 5:01 PM A new book-length study on the tax burden of the ultrarich begins with a startling finding: In 2018, for the first time in history, America’s richest billionaires paid a lower effective tax rate than the working class.… […]
Leaders of Qatar, Part I By Trump
November 3, 2019
Mr. Abdulla AlMisnad, Deputy CEO at Qatar Free Zones, H.E. Saleh Hamad Al Sharqi Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO and Board Member of the Qatar Financial Center Qatar's success in promoting a diversified economy is evident in the country's advanced ranking on several international indicators. The… […]
GOP Senator Rand Paul Slams Trump’s Mexico Tariffs, Says He Thinks Congress Will Block the President’s Threat By Trump
June 4, 2019
Republican Senator Rand Paul hit out at President Donald Trump's threat to impose tariffs targeting Mexican imports, saying on Tuesday that he believes there are enough votes in Congress to block the president from moving forward with such a measure, even potentially overriding a presidential veto.Paul, who represents Kentucky, explained during an interview with CNN's… […]
Democratic senators seek documents on Trump’s alleged call for Barr press conference | TheHill By Trump
November 10, 2019
Three Democratic senators sent a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to Attorney General William BarrWilliam Pelham BarrThe Hill's Morning Report — Bloomberg news shakes up 2020 race Washington Post hits back at Trump's 'repugnant' tweet Trump pushes back on report that he wanted Barr to clear him on Ukraine in news conference: 'Totally untrue'… […]
Trump seeks to shift spotlight from impeachment to economy in NY speech | TheHill By Trump
November 12, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpFive landmark moments of testimony to Congress Lindsey Graham basks in the impeachment spotlight Democrats sharpen their message on impeachment MORE on Tuesday sought to shift the focus to his economic track record with a marquee speech in New York City one day before the first public hearings in the House impeachment inquiry.The… […]
AP Explains: Iran gas price protests quickly turn violent By Trump
November 18, 2019
AP Explains: Protests in some 100 Iranian cities, towns over hike in government-set gasoline prices quickly turn violentBy JON GAMBRELL Associated PressNovember 18, 2019, 12:10 PM5 min read Protests over gasoline prices have swept across some 100 cities and towns in Iran, turning violent faster than widespread economic protests in 2017 and rallies over the… […]
What the North Carolina election in the 9th District foreshadows about 2020 By Trump
September 10, 2019
Whatever the results of Tuesday’s election in North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District, expect Democrats to call it a victory — even if their nominee loses.Recent polling indicates a close race, even though President Donald Trump won the district by 12 points in 2016, with Hillary Clinton receiving less than 43 percent of the vote. Trump… […]
What the Kentucky governor’s race results say about progress, according to a Kentuckian By Trump
November 7, 2019
I am a Kentuckian, a Democrat and the only Black woman in the Kentucky Legislature. I have heard the stereotypes and experienced the prejudices that accompany being from a southern state: we only vote Republican, we are ignorant when it comes to social issues, our states only have white people who live in rural areas,… […]
The White House’s impeachment letter was so wrong that even James K. Polk knew better in 1846 By Trump
October 9, 2019
The Trump administration’s ill-conceived blatant defiance of congressional demands for the testimony of State Department witnesses and documents in its ongoing impeachment inquiry into the Ukraine scandal has dramatically increased the likelihood that the president will be impeached.Donald Trump's lawless flouting of the Constitution adds an independent ground for his impeachment to the questions already… […]
Leaders of Qatar, Part I By Trump
November 9, 2019
Mr. Abdulla AlMisnad, Deputy CEO at Qatar Free Zones, H.E. Saleh Hamad Al Sharqi Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO and Board Member of the Qatar Financial Center Qatar's success in promoting a diversified economy is evident in the country's advanced ranking on several international indicators. The… […]
Jury finds Mar-a-Lago trespasser guilty on 2 counts By Trump
September 11, 2019
Yujing Zhang, the Chinese woman detained in March for trespassing at Mar-a-Lago -- President Donald Trump's Florida country club -- was found guilty of lying to federal agents and for entering a restricted area. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Donald Trump news,… […]
Andrew McCabe’s legal team asks Justice Dept. if grand jury rejected charges in his case By Trump
September 13, 2019
The legal team for Andrew McCabe has asked federal prosecutors in the District whether a grand jury had rejected their bid to indict the FBI’s former acting director on charges of lying to investigators, pointing to media inquiries and news accounts detailing a series of unusual events in the case.In emails Thursday to U.S. Attorney… […]
PM prepared to raise Harry Dunn case with US By Trump
October 7, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionBoris Johnson responds to the US diplomatic immunity row The prime minister has urged the US to reconsider giving a diplomat's wife immunity after she left the UK despite being a suspect in a fatal crash.Anne Sacoolas is wanted by police over the death of motorcyclist Harry… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 9, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
Al Green calls for including Trump’s ‘racism’ in impeachment articles | TheHill By Trump
December 5, 2019
One of the first House Democrats to call for President TrumpDonald John TrumpTop Democrat: 'Obstruction of justice' is 'too clear not to include' in impeachment probe Former US intel official says Trump would often push back in briefings Schiff says investigators seeking to identify who Giuliani spoke to on unlisted '-1' number MORE's impeachment urged… […]
Booker struggles to sell unity as Democrats itch for fight | TheHill By Trump
October 3, 2019
Booker, long seen as a potential front-runner in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination, has positioned himself as the contender most able to heal the wounds wrought by naked partisanship.“The next president must be a healer, a uniter, who is called to the common cause of the country,” Booker told an audience in New… […]
Historian Warns America Looks ‘Eerily Similar’ to Pre-Civil War Period By Trump
October 1, 2019
A historian noted several likenesses between today and pre-Civil War America, saying President Donald Trump "was onto something" when he touted a similar conflict in the future if he is removed from office via impeachment.Trump, facing impeachment by the House over the Ukraine-Biden affair, tweeted comments made on Fox News by the evangelical pastor Robert… […]
How centrist Dems learned to stop worrying and love impeachment | TheHill By Trump
November 3, 2019
Centrist House Democrats facing potentially competitive reelection bids next year are increasingly confident the impeachment inquiry into President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump singles in on 'Sleepy Joe Biden' at campaign rally Trump at rally says impeachment an 'attack on democracy itself' GOP lawmaker says House impeachment rules vote 'doesn't change anything for me' MORE won’t prove… […]
UN says US strikes cause civilian casualties in Afghanistan By Trump
October 9, 2019
A U.N. report released on Wednesday criticized American airstrikes earlier this year against alleged drug facilities in Afghanistan, saying they were unlawful and caused significant civilian casualties. Interested in Afghanistan? Add Afghanistan as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Afghanistan news, video, and analysis from ABC News. The report, released simultaneously… […]
Schumer: Giuliani must testify under oath | TheHill By Trump
October 8, 2019
Senate Minority Leader Charles SchumerCharles (Chuck) Ellis Schumer Trump to hold Louisiana rally for GOP candidates in governor's race McCarthy shares 'Stranger Things' parody video criticizing impeachment 2020 Democrats push for gun control action at forum MORE (D-N.Y.) on Tuesday said that he supports a decision to invite Rudy GiulianiRudy GiulianiA dozen House Democrats call… […]
Sessions inches closer to announcing Alabama Senate bid | TheHill By Trump
November 6, 2019
Former Attorney General Jeff SessionsJefferson (Jeff) Beauregard SessionsDemocrats will win back the Senate majority in 2020, all thanks to President Trump Mueller notes show that Trump wanted stolen Democratic emails possessed by WikiLeaks Overnight Defense: Pelosi suggests impeachment inquiry could go beyond Ukraine | Warren 'Medicare for All' plan includes defense cuts | Nuclear commander… […]
Trump and his foundation were just forced to admit their fraud. Now the IRS needs to act. By Trump
November 15, 2019
Last week, Justice Saliann Scarpulla of the New York Supreme Court ordered President Donald Trump to pay $2 million in restitution to charity after admitting to New York Attorney General Letitia James that he and his children had violated their fiduciary duties as officers and directors of the now-shuttered Donald J. Trump Foundation. As a… […]
Biden, in fiery remarks, tells Trump: ‘I’m not going anywhere’ By Trump
October 3, 2019
RENO, Nev. — Former vice president Joe Biden struck a defiant tone during a campaign speech Wednesday night where he ripped President Trump’s efforts to smear him and assured supporters that Trump won’t destroy him or his candidacy.The top-polling 2020 Democratic presidential candidate has become inextricably intertwined with the impeachment inquiry into Trump’s behavior, which… […]
Trump’s company cancels gala planned by anti-Muslim group at Mar-a-Lago By Trump
October 8, 2019
Brigitte Gabriel, founder and President of ACT for America, speaks at the 2017 Values Voter Summit in Washington. (Cheriss May/NurPhoto via Getty Images) By David A. Fahrenthold David A. Fahrenthold Reporter covering the Trump family and its business interests. Email Bio Follow October 7 at 5:45 PM An anti-Muslim group that had been planning a… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – Trump seizes House impeachment vote to rally GOP | TheHill By Trump
July 18, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Thursday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Co-creators are Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver (CLICK HERE to subscribe!). On Twitter, find us at @asimendinger and @alweaver22.President TrumpDonald John TrumpPompeo changes staff for Russia meeting… […]
DOJ releases hundreds of pages of memos from Mueller probe | TheHill By Trump
November 3, 2019
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Saturday released a collection of documents related to former special counsel Robert MuellerRobert (Bob) Swan MuellerGowdy: I '100 percent' still believe public congressional hearings are 'a circus' Comey: Mueller 'didn't succeed in his mission because there was inadequate transparency' Fox News legal analyst says Trump call with Ukraine leader… […]
George Kent, top State Department Ukraine expert, helps Democrats debunk GOP theories By Trump
November 14, 2019
George Kent, the State Department’s foremost expert on Ukraine, seemed destined for a supporting role in Wednesday’s impeachment hearings — more memorable for his matching blue-and-yellow bow tie and pocket square than any newsworthy moments.But after initial rounds of questions from Republican and Democratic counsels, which were mostly directed at William B. Taylor Jr., the… […]
Ukraine lawmaker seeking Biden probe meets with Giuliani in Kyiv By Trump
December 5, 2019
KYIV, Ukraine — President Trump’s personal lawyer Rudolph W. Giuliani met Thursday in Ukraine with one of the key figures working to build a corruption case against Hunter Biden, the Ukraine lawmaker said, after posting Facebook photographs of himself with the former New York mayor.Andriy Derkach said he pressed Giuliani on the need to set… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Scholars called by Democrats testify that Trump’s conduct is grounds for removal from office By Trump
December 5, 2019
Three law professors who testified were summoned by the Democrats, while another was tapped by Republicans. The GOP-picked witness cautioned against moving too quickly with impeachment, while the other three argued that Trump’s behavior is impeachable.The inquiry has moved into a new phase after the House Intelligence Committee voted along party lines Tuesday to approve… […]
NSC official testified there was ‘no doubt’ Trump pushed quid pro quo | TheHill By Trump
November 9, 2019
A White House official who was on President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump encounters GOP resistance to investigating Hunter Biden Trump's 2016 team sounds alarm as Democrats make gains Whistleblower lawyer sends cease and desist to White House over Trump's attacks MORE's call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Congress there was “no doubt” that Trump had invoked… […]
Iran pessimistic about Europe’s ability to save nuclear deal By Trump
September 4, 2019
Iranian officials ratcheted up pressure Wednesday ahead of a weekend nuclear deadline for European nations to come up with a solution for Iran to sell its oil abroad in the aftermath of escalated U.S. sanctions. President Hassan Rouhani reiterated a threat that Tehran would take additional steps away from the 2015 nuclear accord on Friday… […]
Trump lawyer disputes Dem rationale for requesting tax returns By Trump
April 15, 2019
An attorney for President TrumpDonald John TrumpOmar says she has faced increase in death threats since Trump tweet Trump rips into Pelosi after 'puff piece' '60 Minutes' interview Trump revived attacks on sanctuary cities to distract from Mueller report release: report MORE wrote to the Treasury Department on Monday to push back against Democrats seeking to… […]
Facebook Removes Pro-Trump Patriotic ‘Police Lives Matter’ Pages After They Were Found to Be Run From Kosovo By Trump
October 2, 2019
Facebook has taken down a network of pages that promoted American patriotism and President Donald Trump after they were revealed to be run from Kosovo.There were more than 170,000 followers of the "Police Lives Matter" page, which shared provocative viral content supporting U.S. police officers and included pages with the titles "All Lives Matter," "I… […]
A conspiracy of hunches: Roger Stone trial set to start this week By Trump
November 4, 2019
Roger Stone heads to trial this week in federal court, where prosecutors plan to dive back into an episode of political chicanery, alleged lies and conspiratorial texts that parallels the nascent impeachment inquiry into his longtime friend President Trump.The trial of Stone, who has long cultivated a public image as a dirty trickster on the… […]
These Are the Two Democrats Who Broke with Their Party in the House Impeachment Vote By Trump
November 1, 2019
Two Democrats broke from party ranks Thursday—Reps. Jeff Van Drew (D-NY) and Collin Peterson (D-MN)—to vote against the House resolution that formally authorizes an impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump.The final vote was 232 to 196 and was mostly along party lines, with Rep. Justin Amash (I-MI) voting with Democrats. He became an Independent earlier… […]
McConnell signaling Trump trial to be quick, if it happens | TheHill By Trump
October 4, 2019
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellHow the impeachment process works Pelosi, Trump may reach trade deal despite impeachment 2020 Democrats push for gun control action at forum MORE (R-Ky.) is signaling that he’s prepared to dispose quickly of articles of impeachment against President TrumpDonald John TrumpTop US diplomat suggested he could 'quit' over… […]
Live updates: Trump releases transcript of April call with Zelensky as House prepares to hear from recalled U.S. ambassador to Ukraine Yovanovitch By Trump
November 15, 2019
President Trump released a transcript of an April call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday, as the House Intelligence Committee heard public testimony from Marie Yovanovitch, a former ambassador to Ukraine who was recalled earlier this year.Yovanovitch has previously testified that she was the target of a shadow campaign to orchestrate her removal that… […]
Marijuana is not a ‘gateway drug.’ If Joe Biden doesn’t know that, he shouldn’t be president. By Trump
November 20, 2019
Presidential hopeful Joe Biden told a crowd of Las Vegas rallygoers Saturday that, if elected, he will not legalize marijuana because, he said, there’s not “enough evidence” as to “whether or not it is a gateway drug.”There is plenty of evidence, folks, and it’s not. But Biden’s comments are also plenty of evidence that this… […]
Tax-return whistleblower in spotlight amid impeachment fight | TheHill By Trump
October 7, 2019
A whistleblower allegation about possible misconduct in the IRS presidential tax-return audit program is receiving new attention amid House Democrats' impeachment inquiry into President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower North Korea missile test raises fears of new capabilities Window narrows for Trump trade deals MORE.House Democrats are focused on a separate whistleblower complaint… […]
Voters head to the polls in critical Louisiana gubernatorial race | TheHill By Trump
November 16, 2019
Voters are heading to the polls Saturday to vote in Louisiana’s crucial gubernatorial race as both Democrats and Republicans go all in to push their candidate over the finish line.Gov. John Bel Edwards (D), the sole Democratic governor in a Deep South state, is facing off against wealthy Republican businessman Eddie Rispone, a first-time candidate who… […]
Trump has spread more hatred of immigrants than any American in history By Trump
November 10, 2019
President Trump insists that he harbors no prejudice against immigrants. “I love immigrants,” he told Telemundo in June. Indeed, Trump has married two immigrants — Ivana Zelníčková (from what is now the Czech Republic) and Melanija Knavs (born in what is now Slovenia). He does occasionally say something positive about an immigrant group, such as… […]
Democrat Andy Beshear May Be Kentucky’s New Governor, But State Republicans Are ‘Fully in Charge’ By Trump
November 7, 2019
Democrats claimed victory in Kentucky on Tuesday night after Andy Beshear was elected governor in one of the most highly-contested races of the 2019 election cycle. But celebrations may be premature, as Beshear's power is likely to be severely limited by the state's Republican legislature."The legislature, if it so chooses, can basically make any governor… […]
The Memo: Bloomberg’s 2020 moves draw ire from Democrats | TheHill By Trump
November 11, 2019
Michael BloombergMichael Rubens BloombergActor Robert De Niro: Trump must be 'held accountable' with impeachment inquiry Scaramucci: Trump sees Bloomberg as threat Biden brushes off Bloomberg challenge: 'I'm pretty far ahead' MORE’s decision to move toward a presidential bid is frustrating many Democrats, who are adamant there is no appetite for a candidacy from the billionaire… […]
The only ‘Soviet-style’ impeachment behavior is coming from Trump and his commissars By Trump
November 3, 2019
In protesting the House resolution to proceed with impeachment proceedings, House Minority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) displayed a poster illustrated with a picture of St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow and a hammer and sickle. It was labeled: “37 Days of Soviet-style impeachment proceedings.”This will be compelling to those who are so ignorant of history that… […]
Telling the climate story with Adam McKay and Omar El Akkad: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 15, 2019
Y'all — this is a good one. Trust us. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you reflect, it'll inspire... it might even give you that special WITHpod brand of existential crisis. Our second stop of the fall tour brought Chris Hayes to the stunning Theatre at the Ace Hotel with screenwriter and director Adam Mckay… […]
Vindman clashes with GOP | TheHill By Trump
November 20, 2019
House investigators staged another marathon day of public impeachment hearings on Tuesday, featuring a career military official defending his years of service from GOP questions of loyalty as well as a top diplomat, hand-picked by Republicans, who shifted his testimony to offer a more critical view of President TrumpDonald John TrumpMost Americans break with Trump… […]
The plutocrats are getting very worried and angry By Trump
November 5, 2019
Elizabeth Warren may or may not be the Democratic nominee for president in 2020, but the Massachusetts senator’s recent strong performance has America’s plutocrats in a tizzy. Her policy proposals have them angry and afraid.But what really bothers them is her insistence that they are the prime source of America’s ills, and those ills can… […]
Top diplomat says Giuliani’s ‘campaign of lies’ took down veteran ambassador | TheHill By Trump
November 8, 2019
A senior diplomat offered a grim picture of Rudy GiulianiRudy GiulianiTrump encounters GOP resistance to investigating Hunter Biden Mulvaney subpoenaed by House Democrats in impeachment inquiry Top diplomat says Giuliani's 'campaign of lies' took down veteran ambassador MORE’s contacts with Ukraine, testifying before Congress that the president’s personal lawyer carried out a “campaign of lies”… […]
Trump asks if Democrats ‘love our country’ amid ongoing impeachment hearing | TheHill By Trump
December 4, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTop Democrat: 'Obstruction of justice' is 'too clear not to include' in impeachment probe Former US intel official says Trump would often push back in briefings Schiff says investigators seeking to identify who Giuliani spoke to on unlisted '-1' number MORE on Wednesday questioned whether Democrats love the country in light of… […]
Trump files to dismiss lawsuit from Bolton aide on impeachment testimony | TheHill By Trump
November 15, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpGOP senators balk at lengthy impeachment trial Warren goes local in race to build 2020 movement 2020 Democrats make play for veterans' votes MORE on Thursday moved to dismiss a lawsuit filed by an aide to former national security adviser John BoltonJohn BoltonAre Democrats building a collapsible impeachment? Live coverage: House holds first… […]
11,000 scientists sign declaration of global climate emergency By Trump
November 6, 2019
Thousands of scientists from around the world have mobilized to warn people of an impending global climate emergency if levels of greenhouse gas emissions are not significantly reduced. Interested in Climate Change? Add Climate Change as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Climate Change news, video, and analysis from ABC News.… […]
Key GOP senators split with Trump on Biden investigation push | TheHill By Trump
October 7, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpWhite House says Turkey will soon launch Syria operation Trump associates pressured Ukraine over gas firm in order to benefit allies: report Trump praises Woodward, slams other journalists over 'Face the Nation' segment MORE is pushing hard for an investigation of former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenTrump associates pressured Ukraine over gas… […]
Joe Biden unveils $5 trillion climate plan By Trump
June 4, 2019
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is pitching a $5 trillion-plus climate proposal that he says would lead the U.S. to net zero emission of carbon pollution by 2050. Interested in 2020 Elections? Add 2020 Elections as an interest to stay up to date on the latest 2020 Elections news, video, and analysis from ABC News.… […]
Contextualizing the lockdown of Kashmir with Hafsa Kanjwal: podcast and transcript By Trump
December 3, 2019
Over the past few months communication coming in and out of Kashmir, the highly contested land between India and Pakistan, has been increasingly difficult. The Indian government lead by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to blackout the region in to order to once and for all place Kashmir under Indian control. The move… […]
Trump says the Bidens should testify | TheHill By Trump
November 8, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpBiden allies see boost in Tuesday's election results Sanders vows to end Trump's policies as he unveils immigration proposal Republicans warn election results are 'wake-up call' for Trump MORE on Thursday called for former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenBiden allies see boost in Tuesday's election results Trump rails against House Democrats, impeachment… […]
Trump’s false claim about what the Ukrainian president said about the U.S. ambassador By Trump
November 6, 2019
“I really don’t know her. But if you look at the transcripts, the president of Ukraine was not a fan of hers, either. I mean, he did not exactly say glowing things. I’m sure she’s a very fine woman. I just don’t know much about her.” — President Trump, in remarks to reporters about former… […]
Trump’s false claim about what the Ukrainian president said about the U.S. ambassador By Trump
November 6, 2019
“I really don’t know her. But if you look at the transcripts, the president of Ukraine was not a fan of hers, either. I mean, he did not exactly say glowing things. I’m sure she’s a very fine woman. I just don’t know much about her.” — President Trump, in remarks to reporters about former… […]
The Hill’s Morning Report – New impeachment battle: Pompeo vs. House Dems | TheHill By Trump
October 2, 2019
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Wednesday! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch. Alexis Simendinger and Al Weaver are the up-early co-creators. Find us @asimendinger and @alweaver22 on Twitter and CLICK HERE to subscribe!Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard… […]
Obama cautions Democratic hopefuls on tacking too far left By Trump
November 16, 2019
Former President Barack Obama is warning the Democratic field of White House hopefuls not to veer too far to the leftBy BRIAN SLODYSKO Associated PressNovember 16, 2019, 3:10 AM3 min read Former President Barack Obama on Friday warned the Democratic field of White House hopefuls not to veer too far to the left, a move… […]
Biden’s Iraq war walk-back is revisionist nonsense By Trump
November 8, 2019
Former vice president Joe Biden said in a recent interview he agrees with Jim Mattis that the Obama administration’s decision to withdraw troops from Iraq was a mistake, but that as vice president he tried to keep “a residual force” stationed there. This is revisionist nonsense. Just a few months ago, at the July Democratic… […]
This Russian forest symbolized Stalin’s brutality. Now some contend the Finns should share the blame. By Trump
September 15, 2019
A memorial to Georgian prisoners killed by Joseph Stalin’s secret police stands in the pine forest at Sandarmokh, Russia, in Karelia. (Will Englund/The Washington Post) By Will Englund Will Englund Assignment editor on The Washington Post's foreign desk and a veteran Moscow correspondent Email Bio Follow September 14 at 6:00 AM SANDARMOKH, Russia — Deep… […]
Finding the facts on North Korea ‘execution’ report By Trump
May 31, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionBBC's Laura Bicker explains why Trump is the 'biggest loser' from the summit It is being reported across international media that North Korea's nuclear envoy has been executed as part of a purge of officials involved in a failed summit between the US and North Korea.But there… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Volker says he should have recognized push for probe into Ukrainian company was connected to Biden By Trump
November 20, 2019
Vindman, a key witness in the impeachment inquiry, said he was alarmed by Trump’s July call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which Vindman called “improper.” Democrats are seeking to prove that Trump leveraged military aid and a White House meeting in exchange for investigations of the Bidens and other Democrats.●House is investigating whether Trump lied… […]
‘Handmaid’s Tale’ sequel ‘The Testaments’ will satisfy both Hulu and Margaret Atwood fans By Trump
September 13, 2019
The dystopian novel “The Handmaid’s Tale” was a critical success when it was published in 1985, winning the first Arthur C. Clarke Award and the Governor General’s Award as well as being nominated for a Nebula, a Prometheus Award and the Booker Prize. With adaptations for the big screen and the stage, the story quickly… […]
Trump files to dismiss lawsuit from Bolton aide on impeachment testimony | TheHill By Trump
November 15, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpGOP senators balk at lengthy impeachment trial Warren goes local in race to build 2020 movement 2020 Democrats make play for veterans' votes MORE on Thursday moved to dismiss a lawsuit filed by an aide to former national security adviser John BoltonJohn BoltonAre Democrats building a collapsible impeachment? Live coverage: House holds first… […]
Trump’s racist comments can be used against him in court as judges cite them to block policies By Trump
July 17, 2019
By Fred Barbash Fred Barbash Law, constitution and courts Email Bio Follow July 16 at 7:08 PM President Trump’s latest racist remarks, like many of his comments before them, can and will be used against him in court. And if his losing record on immigration cases is any guide, they will be used effectively. In… […]
Who Won the Democratic Debate? Biden, Beto and 10 Andrew Yang Fans By Trump
September 13, 2019
The three hour marathon that was the third democratic debate has ended (there are nine more of these, by the way) and we're ready to spend our "Democracy Dollars" on the winners and losers this time around.We've got to talk about former Obama-era Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro, because he went hard on… […]
How Donald Trump silenced the people who could expose his business failures By Trump
June 16, 2019
How did Donald Trump, a self-serving promoter who lost billions of dollars for his investors, convince the world that he is a financial genius? It wasn’t just by fabricating tales of his success. It was also by bullying and silencing people who could have stopped those deceits — particularly reporters and Wall Street analysts —… […]
Wet California winter is a boon for skiers and water supply. But it brings a threat: wildfires. By Trump
June 17, 2019
Heavy snow coats the Eastern Sierra, located five hours north of Los Angeles along Highway 395, on March 21, near Mammoth Lakes, Calif. A massive winter snowpack means lots of water supply in Northern California, but while that water solves some problems, it can create others. (George Rose/Getty Images) By Scott Wilson Scott Wilson Senior… […]
Israel PM vows to annex settlements By Trump
April 6, 2019
Image copyright AFP Image caption Israel has established more than 100 Jewish settlements in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has said he will annex Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank if he is re-elected.Israelis go to the polls on Tuesday and Mr Netanyahu is competing for votes with right-wing… […]
US threatens tax on champagne and French cheese By Trump
December 4, 2019
Image copyright AFP The Trump administration is threatening to slap import taxes on $2.4bn worth of French goods, including cheese, champagne, make-up and handbags.The planned tariffs come in response to a new French digital services tax that would affect companies including Google, Amazon and Facebook.France, along with several other European countries, wants to limit the… […]
Contextualizing the lockdown of Kashmir with Hafsa Kanjwal: podcast and transcript By Trump
December 9, 2019
Over the past few months communication coming in and out of Kashmir, the highly contested land between India and Pakistan, has been increasingly difficult. The Indian government lead by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to blackout the region in to order to once and for all place Kashmir under Indian control. The move… […]
Democrat says he expects to oppose articles of impeachment against Trump | TheHill By Trump
December 7, 2019
Freshman Rep. Jefferson Van Drew (D-N.J.) said Friday that he expects to oppose articles of impeachment against President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump says he will 'temporarily hold off' on declaring Mexican drug cartels as terror organization House Judiciary Committee formally receives impeachment report Artist behind gold toilet offered to Trump sells banana duct-taped to a wall… […]
Kamala Harris wants to boot Trump from Twitter. It wouldn’t work. By Trump
October 5, 2019
Suzanne Nossel is chief executive officer of PEN America. Summer Lopez is senior director of Free Expression Programs at PEN America.This week, Sen. Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.) called on Twitter chief executive Jack Dorsey to boot President Trump from the social media platform for violating its rules — namely, harassing others and promoting violence. Harris… […]
North Korea-U.S. talks are restarting. Here’s a new strategy so they can succeed. By Trump
October 5, 2019
Despite the implosion of a summit between the United States and North Korea seven months ago, the two sides have confirmed that working-level talks will resume this week. The outreach is already off to an inauspicious start: On the same day North Korean First Vice-Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui confirmed the resumption of the U.S.-North… […]
Despite 4-month decline, unauthorized border crossings nearing 1 million By Trump
October 8, 2019
Despite a decline of more than 60% over the last four months, the number of unauthorized migrants stopped at the southern border reached nearly 1 million in the 2019 fiscal year -- the highest in more than a decade. Interested in Immigration? Add Immigration as an interest to stay up to date on the latest… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 9, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
Warren isn’t leading polls, but at debate she looks like frontrunner | TheHill By Trump
September 13, 2019
Former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenBiden campaign: Castro 'got the facts wrong' Democratic senator warns O'Rourke AR-15 pledge could haunt party for years The Hill's 12:30 Report: Sights and sounds from Houston debate MORE stood at center stage Thursday night, leading in the polls and earning the most attention from ABC’s debate moderators and his… […]
Recalled US ambassador felt ‘threatened’ by Trump By Trump
November 5, 2019
Image copyright Reuters Image caption Marie Yovanovitch worked for the State Department for 33 years A recalled US ambassador at the centre of the Trump impeachment inquiry said she felt threatened by a cryptic remark the president made about her on a call.Ex-envoy to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch told Congress she was "very concerned" by President… […]
Biden, in fiery remarks, tells Trump: ‘I’m not going anywhere’ By Trump
October 3, 2019
RENO, Nev. — Former vice president Joe Biden struck a defiant tone during a campaign speech Wednesday night where he ripped President Trump’s efforts to smear him and assured supporters that Trump won’t destroy him or his candidacy.The top-polling 2020 Democratic presidential candidate has become inextricably intertwined with the impeachment inquiry into Trump’s behavior, which… […]
Longtime NY Republican congressman will not run for re-election By Trump
November 12, 2019
Rep. Peter King, a veteran New York Republican lawmaker known for his bipartisan efforts and also his controversial comments on immigration and Muslims, announced Monday that he will retire and not seek reelection in 2020. Interested in Republican Party? Add Republican Party as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Republican Party… […]
In Ukraine, the quid pro quo may have started long before the phone call By Trump
November 1, 2019
A standard theme in detective thrillers is that the perpetrator feels compelled to return to the scene of the crime. It’s an irrational urge, and readers of such potboilers are often left wondering whether the protagonist secretly wants to get caught.Perhaps we’re living a real-life version of this fictional plot in President Trump’s alleged solicitation… […]
Democratic frontrunners spar over healthcare By Trump
September 13, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionJoe Biden's rambling answer about record players raised eyebrows - but who had the best one-liner? Three frontrunners in the race to become Democratic Party candidate for US president have clashed over healthcare at the party's third debate.The debate in Houston, Texas, was the first time Joe… […]
Leaders of Qatar, Part I By Trump
November 1, 2019
Mr. Abdulla AlMisnad, Deputy CEO at Qatar Free Zones, H.E. Saleh Hamad Al Sharqi Director General of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO and Board Member of the Qatar Financial Center Qatar's success in promoting a diversified economy is evident in the country's advanced ranking on several international indicators. The… […]
Trump and his foundation were just forced to admit their fraud. Now the IRS needs to act. By Trump
November 15, 2019
Last week, Justice Saliann Scarpulla of the New York Supreme Court ordered President Donald Trump to pay $2 million in restitution to charity after admitting to New York Attorney General Letitia James that he and his children had violated their fiduciary duties as officers and directors of the now-shuttered Donald J. Trump Foundation. As a… […]
Democrats draw battle lines in Iowa sprint | TheHill By Trump
November 2, 2019
DES MOINES – The leading Democratic White House contenders drew stark contrasts with each other Friday night at the largest gathering of party activists before one of them accepts the party's presidential nomination next summer in Milwaukee.The event marked the beginning of a frenzied three-month sprint to the Iowa caucuses, when voters will meet in school… […]
Trump rails against whistleblower, impeachment inquiry | TheHill By Trump
October 5, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpGordon Sondland expected to appear for House deposition Ivanka Trump on impeachment: 'Everything's a question of priorities' Second intel official considering filing complaint over Trump: report MORE on Saturday lashed out against House Democrats' impeachment inquiry while blasting the U.S. intelligence community whistleblower whose complaint has helped fuel the probe.Trump asserted in… […]
House panel advances anti-gun violence legislation | TheHill By Trump
September 11, 2019
The House Judiciary Committee advanced legislation on Tuesday to prevent high-risk people from having guns and ban high-capacity ammunition magazines as Democrats seek to dial up pressure on Senate Republicans to respond to a string of mass shootings this summer.House Democrats moved swiftly to advance three gun control measures after returning from a six-week summer… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Trump lashes out as Sondland acknowledges there was a ‘quid pro quo’ By Trump
November 20, 2019
President Trump lashed out anew at the Democrat-led impeachment inquiry Wednesday as Gordon Sondland, the most significant witness, acknowledged during open testimony that there was a “quid pro quo” in the Ukraine controversy.In questioning, Sondland, the U.S. ambassador to the European Union, was pressed about his knowledge of allegations that Trump sought to leverage U.S.… […]
Donald Trump Has Claimed Multiple Times That He’s the Victim of an Attempted Coup By Trump
October 4, 2019
The latest inflammatory tweet by President Donald Trump claiming that the impeachment process against him was a coup is at least the ninth time he has suggested that he is the victim of an attempted overthrow.Trump's new coup tweet came a day after he wrote another incendiary Twitter post quoting an evangelical pastor who predicted… […]
House panel seeks grand jury material underlying Mueller report | TheHill By Trump
July 26, 2019
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold NadlerJerrold (Jerry) Lewis NadlerMueller will be remembered for his weak testimony, not his shocking report Mueller Day falls flat Nadler: DOJ directive to Mueller is part of 'ongoing cover up' from Trump administration MORE (D-N.Y.) announced Friday that his committee is filing an application in court to obtain the grand… […]
Opinion | Give it up, Trump. CNN will outlast you. By Trump
September 10, 2019
Supporters yell at CNN's Jim Acosta before President Trump arrives to speak in Manchester, N.H., on Aug, 15. (Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Erik Wemple Erik Wemple Media critic with a focus on the ups and downs and downs of the cable-news industry. Email Bio Follow Media critic September 9 at 3:12 PM Some Trump-CNN… […]
Hrs just before Memorial Day journey, Trump tweets Rolling Thunder will be again in 2020 By Trump
May 26, 2019
President Donald Trump said Rolling Thunder will be back in Washington next year -- just hours before the motorcycle rally was set to hold its final event in the nation's capital. Interested in Memorial Day? Add Memorial Day as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Memorial Day news, video, and analysis… […]
Senate Dems demand Trump order review of White House security clearances | TheHill By Trump
August 1, 2019
Senate Democrats are pressing President TrumpDonald John TrumpHouse Oversight Committee requests documents from CBP Facebook groups Young Turks host says Marianne Williamson proved why she 'deserves' to be on debate stage White House calls trade talks with China 'constructive' MORE to authorize a review of White House security clearances after the intelligence community inspector general… […]
US-China trade war forcing many farmers to take 2nd jobs to make ends meet By Trump
October 6, 2019
A nine and a half hour drive from Illinois to Nebraska is a regular day in the life for corn and soybean farmer Mark Tuttle. Five days a week, the DeKalb County native transports seeds and other agricultural products, his workdays sometimes nearing 12 hours on the road. Despite receiving his first payment from the… […]
Trump complains of Republicans defending CNN’s Cuomo over ‘Fredo’ video: ‘We never learn!’ | TheHill By Trump
August 13, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpSecurity analyst calls Trump's language on Hong Kong protests 'inappropriate' Americans' opinions about China hit record low: survey Pentagon watchdog says it is officially reviewing billion 'war cloud' contract MORE on Tuesday expressed displeasure with Republicans coming to the defense of CNN anchor Chris CuomoChristopher (Chris) Charles CuomoChris Cuomo: 'I should be better… […]
Attacking witnesses is Trump’s core defense strategy in fighting impeachment By Trump
November 19, 2019
Eight weeks into the House impeachment inquiry, President Trump and many of his allies have seized on a core defense strategy by attacking career public servants who are testifying as witnesses in the probe and spreading disinformation about their motives as “unelected bureaucrats.”The tactic was deployed in a prominent way Monday when Sen. Ron Johnson… […]
Sondland testimony looms over impeachment hearings this week | TheHill By Trump
November 18, 2019
Dramatic testimony from U.S. diplomats working in Ukraine have significantly raised the stakes for this week’s impeachment inquiry appearance from Gordon SondlandGordon SondlandSondland notified Trump officials of investigation push ahead of Ukraine call: report Impeachment hearings don't move needle with Senate GOP Lawmakers spar over upcoming Sondland testimony MORE, the mega-donor to President TrumpDonald John… […]
Why ‘bribery’ is the Democrats’ new impeachment focus By Trump
November 14, 2019
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) pulled out a new argument in the House’s ongoing impeachment inquiry Thursday: She said President Trump’s Ukraine actions amounted to bribery. Her declaration comes after House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam B. Schiff (D-Calif.) suggested earlier in the week that bribery could be included in the impeachment articles brought against Trump.Why is… […]
Impeachment hearings don’t move needle with Senate GOP | TheHill By Trump
November 18, 2019
Senate Republicans say the first week of House impeachment hearings hasn't moved the needle in their conference and question whether the proceedings consuming Washington have much traction outside the Beltway.Sen. John CornynJohn CornynImpeachment hearings don't move needle with Senate GOP GOP divided over impeachment trial strategy GOP senators balk at lengthy impeachment trial MORE (R-Texas),… […]
Opinion | Give it up, Trump. CNN will outlast you. By Trump
September 11, 2019
Supporters yell at CNN's Jim Acosta before President Trump arrives to speak in Manchester, N.H., on Aug, 15. (Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Erik Wemple Erik Wemple Media critic with a focus on the ups and downs and downs of the cable-news industry. Email Bio Follow Media critic September 9 Some Trump-CNN watershed moments: January… […]
Democrats say Trump tweet ‘witness intimidation’ fuels impeachment push | TheHill By Trump
November 16, 2019
House Democrats wasted no time Friday saying President TrumpDonald John TrumpButtigieg surges ahead of Iowa caucuses Biden leads among Latino Democrats in Texas, California Kavanaugh hailed by conservative gathering in first public speech since confirmation MORE’s real-time Twitter attack on a top U.S. diplomat — as she was testifying on Trump’s dealings with Ukraine —… […]
Trump loses court case to keep tax returns secret By Trump
October 7, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Mr Trump said he would make his tax returns public during the 2016 campaign A judge has ordered US President Donald Trump to hand over eight years of his tax returns to a New York state criminal investigation.The judge rejected arguments by the president's lawyers that total immunity protects… […]
Trump’s trade wars are hurting farmers. Can Sonny Perdue keep them happy? By Trump
November 11, 2019
Struggling dairy farmers who flocked to an expo in Wisconsin last month hoped to hear some encouragement from one of their own — Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, a Georgia agri-businessman whose dad had run a small farm.But some came away angry after Perdue — speaking in a state that lost nearly two dairy farms a… […]
‘America First’ may be last hope for these cattle ranchers By Trump
May 6, 2019
By David J. Lynch David J. Lynch Financial writer covering trade and globalization Email Bio Follow May 3 PATERSON, Wash. —Fifty-mile-per-hour winds and snow drifts seven feet deep greeted Ted Wishon when he checked on his cattle herd, hunkered down on a hillside along the northern bank of the Columbia River. With his 21-year-old son,… […]
Donald Trump tweet just waived any hope of boasting govt privilege about Don McGahn testimony, authorities say By Trump
April 26, 2019
President Donald Trump may have spoiled his chance of claiming executive privilege to block the testimony of former White House Counsel Don McGahn, the prominent witness in Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s report, according to legal experts.McGahn told Mueller that he refused Trump's 2017 directive to have the special counsel fired for what the president saw as a… […]
NBA events canceled in China as fallout over Hong Kong tweet continues By Trump
October 9, 2019
As the fallout over a since-deleted tweet voicing support for Hong Kong by the general manager of an American basketball team continues in China, several NBA Cares events were abruptly canceled this week in Shanghai. Interested in China? Add China as an interest to stay up to date on the latest China news, video, and… […]
Is Elizabeth Warren looking for safer ground in health care? By Trump
November 17, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) has been mostly sure-footed in her campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination. One exception is health care. On Friday, she issued another proposal to go along with her support for Medicare-for-all, a step that appeared designed to put her into a safer place politically.Warren’s progression on health care through the course… […]
Opinion | Trump’s invitation to the Taliban was disgraceful. So was Republican silence about it. By Trump
September 12, 2019
You really do have to ask: “What would Republicans have done if President Barack Obama had invited the Taliban to Camp David days before the 18th anniversary of 9/11?” They would have denounced him, called him a traitor and declared that he had disgraced the war dead and nearly 3,000 Americans who died on 9/11.… […]
Texans on southern border vow to fight Trump’s efforts to take their homes for border wall By Trump
December 7, 2019
BROWNSVILLE, Tex. — Salvador Castillo was yearning for tranquility when he became enchanted by a one-acre homestead close — but not too close — to the city, a place where cows graze beneath whispering mesquite trees on the property’s edge.This was Texas living, the Afghanistan war veteran thought, not the thin-walled apartment and constant din… […]
Perspective | I helped classify calls for two presidents. The White House abuse of the system is alarming. By Trump
October 6, 2019
The whistleblower at the heart of the Ukraine controversy said White House officials ordered information about President Trump’s phone call with President Volodymyr Zelensky to be removed from the classified server typically used to store such information and placed on a hyper-secure “code word” server. Such special protections are typically reserved for material of the… […]
Trump brags that he’s helping patients access medical ‘miracles.’ He isn’t. By Trump
November 17, 2019
President Trump makes extraordinary claims about the success of the Right to Try law, which was designed to give terminally ill people access to experimental medical treatments before they’ve been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. “I tell you, it’s a miracle — so many people have been saved,” he said at a rally… […]
Biden responds to allegation of unwanted touching, kissing: ‘Not once — never — did I believe I acted inappropriately’ By Trump
April 1, 2019
By Felicia Sonmez Felicia Sonmez National reporter on The Washington Post's breaking political news team Email Bio Follow March 31 at 4:36 PM Former vice president Joe Biden defended himself on Sunday after a Nevada Democrat accused him of unwanted touching and kissing in 2014, saying in a statement that he does not believe he… […]
Ordinary tax refund down two p.c in first year of Trump tax legislation By Trump
April 25, 2019
The average refund amount through the end of the first tax-filing season under President TrumpDonald John TrumpDemocrats' CNN town halls exposed an extreme agenda Buttigieg says he doubts Sanders can win general election Post-Mueller, Trump has a good story to tell for 2020 MORE's tax law was down 2 percent, but more taxpayers have received… […]
Contextualizing the lockdown of Kashmir with Hafsa Kanjwal: podcast and transcript By Trump
December 6, 2019
Over the past few months communication coming in and out of Kashmir, the highly contested land between India and Pakistan, has been increasingly difficult. The Indian government lead by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to blackout the region in to order to once and for all place Kashmir under Indian control. The move… […]
Kent and Taylor testify to Trump’s corruption. And more evidence is coming. By Trump
November 14, 2019
TWO VETERAN U.S. diplomats on Wednesday told a compelling story of how U.S. policy toward Ukraine was undermined and corrupted to serve President Trump’s personal political interests. For years, they testified to the House Intelligence Committee, the aims of the United States had been to help Ukraine resist armed aggression by Russia and to press… […]
Democrats ramp up oversight efforts over ‘opportunity zone’ incentive | TheHill By Trump
November 7, 2019
Key congressional Democrats are ramping up their oversight efforts over a program created by President TrumpDonald John TrumpThe Hill Interview: DNC chair calls Latinos 'imperative' to winning in battleground states Democrats give Warren's 'Medicare for All' plan the cold shoulder Senate Republicans struggle to coalesce behind an impeachment strategy MORE's tax-cut law that was designed… […]
Democrats debate how to defeat Trump: fight or heal | TheHill By Trump
November 11, 2019
DES MOINES, Iowa — As Democratic presidential candidates debate the right approach to health care, immigration and taxing the wealthy, their policy disputes reflect an underlying disagreement over the tone and tenor the next president should take: Do primary voters want a fighter, or a unifier who can bring the nation together?Stumping across this critical first-in-the-nation… […]
Window narrows for Trump trade deals | TheHill By Trump
October 6, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower North Korea missile test raises fears of new capabilities Window narrows for Trump trade deals MORE is facing a crucial stretch for his trade agenda and reelection prospects amid heightened concerns about the U.S. economy.With a resilient but slowing economy at his back, Trump is approaching a… […]
Trump opens new line of impeachment attack for Democrats | TheHill By Trump
November 17, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump opens new line of impeachment attack for Democrats Bloomberg to spend 0M on anti-Trump ads in battleground states New witness claims first-hand account of Trump's push for Ukraine probes MORE opened himself up to a new line of attack from Democrats by vigorously criticizing the record of a former ambassador to… […]
Live updates: White House says it will not cooperate with House impeachment inquiry; Democrats to subpoena State Dept. official By Trump
October 9, 2019
President Trump arrives to speak during a signing ceremony in the Roosevelt Room at the White House on Monday. (Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Felicia Sonmez , Felicia Sonmez National reporter on The Washington Post's breaking political news team Email Bio Follow John Wagner and John Wagner National reporter leading The Post's breaking political news… […]
‘The president gave us no choice’: Pelosi resisted Trump’s impeachment, now she’s the public face By Trump
December 6, 2019
As House Democrats geared up for their first impeachment hearing last month, Speaker Nancy Pelosi huddled in her office with her leadership team, downplaying expectations.Don’t expect these hearings to trigger a massive shift in public support toward ousting President Trump, Pelosi (D-Calif.) told her colleagues the night before the hearing, according to Democrats familiar with… […]
Jerry Nadler offers Republicans fodder By Trump
December 3, 2019
As Wednesday’s impeachment hearings in the House Judiciary Committee approach, it is difficult to resist comparing committee chairman Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) with former congressman Peter W. Rodino Jr. (D-N.J.), who chaired the committee during President Richard M. Nixon’s impeachment process in 1973 and 1974.By most accounts, Rodino handled Nixon’s impeachment process with dignity and fairness.… […]
Opinion | I am a bedbug and would like to be kept out of this mess By Trump
August 28, 2019
My name has been soiled and made dirty like a place I would love to relax at with my blood meal. (Alex Brandon/AP) By Alexandra Petri Alexandra Petri Columnist offering a lighter take on the news and opinions of the day Email Bio Follow Columnist August 28 at 3:25 PM To Whom It May Concern… […]
All 10 qualifying candidates to share debate stage for 1st time in Democratic primary By Trump
September 12, 2019
For the first time during the 2020 Democratic primary, every candidate who has qualified for the Democratic National Committee debates will share the same stage, descending upon Houston Thursday for the debate hosted by ABC News and Univision. Interested in Democratic Party? Add Democratic Party as an interest to stay up to date on the… […]
McConnell preps new nuclear alternative to pace Trump judges By Trump
March 6, 2019
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s legislative focus remains squarely on bending the arc of the courts to be more supportive of Donald Trump and future GOP presidents. | Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Congress The Senate majority leader is moving quickly to confirm appointments to the Circuit and District Courts — likely leaving few vacancies for the… […]
Mexican foreign minister prepares Washington meetings to avert the threat of tariffs By Trump
June 3, 2019
Mexican Foreign Secretary Marcelo Ebrard, right, accompanied by Mexican Ambassador Martha Barcena Coqui, speaks during a news conference at the Mexican Embassy in Washington, Monday, June 3, 2019, as part of a Mexican delegation in Washington for talks following trade tariff threats from the Trump administration. (Andrew Harnik/AP) By Kevin Sieff Kevin Sieff Latin America… […]
Venezuela’s military, despite U.S. expectations, has not turned on Maduro By Trump
April 14, 2019
Former Venezuelans soldiers play pool at Villa Antigua Hotel in Cúcuta, Colombia, where they are applying for refugee status. (Charlie Cordero/For The Washington Post) By Karen DeYoung and Karen DeYoung Associate editor and senior national security correspondent Email Bio Follow Mary Beth Sheridan Mary Beth Sheridan Correspondent covering Mexico and Central America Email Bio Follow… […]
Ex-Trump campaign aide testifies about ‘brainstorming’ sessions about WikiLeaks By Trump
November 13, 2019
Former deputy Trump campaign manager Rick Gates testified during Roget Stone's trial on Tuesday that the campaign had a keen interest in the anticipated release of stolen emails from Hillary Clinton and the Democratic Party prior to the 2016 election, and held a series of what he called “brainstorming” sessions among top campaign aides about… […]
Rep. Lieu: Trump’s line on investigations in State of the Union ‘wildly inappropriate’ By Trump
February 7, 2019
Congressman Ted Lieu (D-CA) joins Hallie Jackson to discuss his take on last night’s State of the Union address, and who he thinks is the best Democratic contender for 2020. […]
Twice the Amount of Aid is Now Being Held From Puerto Rico by HUD By Trump
December 8, 2019
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is withholding an additional $8 billion in unmet needs disaster relief from Puerto Rico—two times the amount the department is already illegally delaying—and Congress wants answers.The holdup of the additional money, which lawmakers recently discovered, is further stalling the island nation's ability to recover from Hurricanes Maria… […]
Performing Pentagon chief cites ‘credible threat’ from Iran above determination to deploy armed service belongings to location By Trump
May 6, 2019
Acting Defense Secretary Patrick ShanahanPatrick Michael ShanahanVenezuela tests Trump-Bolton relationship Overnight Defense: Top Trump security officials discuss Venezuela options | Trump contradicts advisers on Russia's role in crisis | Administration renews Iran civil nuclear work waivers Pentagon departure expands vacancies in DOD MORE said Monday that he approved the deployment of a U.S. carrier strike… […]
Suburban revolt boosts Democrats in the age of Trump: Analysis By Trump
November 7, 2019
The revenge of the suburbs continues in the age of President Donald Trump. On yet another Election Day, the president’s disruptive style and conservative policy pushes brought a clearly identifiable backlash. On Tuesday, Democratic statewide and local candidates from Virginia through Kentucky, Iowa and Pennsylvania saw their vote margins boosted by suburban voters -- and… […]
Bloomberg Could Become 2020 Heavyweight Immediately: Political Scientist By Trump
November 13, 2019
The billionaire mogul Michael Bloomberg could have a big impact on the Democratic Party's 2020 primaries, a political scientist has said, amid reports he is preparing the ground to do just that.Bloomberg, 77, is a former mayor of New York City and has been tipped in several previous elections as a potential candidate for president.… […]
US Mormon children killed in grisly Mexico attack By Trump
November 5, 2019
Image copyright CBS news At least nine US citizens, three women and six children, have been killed in an attack by suspected drug cartel gunmen in northern Mexico.The victims are members of the LeBaron family, linked to a breakaway Mormon community that settled in Mexico several decades ago.The victims were travelling in a convoy of… […]
Kudlow acknowledges U.S. consumers, not China, pay for tariffs on imports By Trump
May 12, 2019
By Felicia Sonmez Felicia Sonmez National reporter on The Washington Post's breaking political news team Email Bio Follow May 12 at 5:16 PM National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow acknowledged Sunday that American consumers end up paying for the administration’s tariffs on Chinese imports, contradicting President Trump’s repeated inaccurate claim that the Chinese foot the… […]
Trump urges Ukraine, China to investigate Bidens | TheHill By Trump
October 4, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpSessions says he still supports Trump despite ouster as AG House Republicans voice concerns about White House's impeachment messaging Giuliani consulted with Manafort on Ukraine info: report MORE on Thursday publicly encouraged both China and Ukraine to investigate former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenHouse Republicans voice concerns about White House's impeachment messaging Giuliani… […]
Sen. Michael Bennet (D-CO) on Russia, Trump, averting a shutdown, 2020 and far more By Trump
February 15, 2019
Colorado Senator Michael Bennet responds to the latest deal to prevent another government shutdown and covers a wide range of topics with MSNBC's Katy Tur. […]
Pompeo says State Dept. has given initial response to Congress over documents | TheHill By Trump
October 6, 2019
Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard PompeoGordon Sondland expected to appear for House deposition Democrats claim new momentum from intelligence watchdog testimony Overnight Defense: House Dems subpoena White House for Ukraine documents | Pence pulled into inquiry | GOP senator says he confronted Trump over Ukraine aid | Iran hackers target 2020 campaign MORE… […]
Mitch McConnell No Worse Off for 2020 After Bevin’s Kentucky Loss: Analyst By Trump
November 15, 2019
Republican Matt Bevin's loss of the Kentucky governorship to Democratic candidate Andy Beshear excited opponents of the state's Sen. Mitch McConnell, majority leader in the U.S. Senate, ahead of his own bid for re-election in 2020.Democrats are hoping Bevin's defeat is a sign that the unpopularity of President Donald Trump will terminally damage Republican candidates… […]
Arab nations condemn Israeli annexation plan By Trump
September 11, 2019
Image copyright AFP Image caption Mr Netanyahu announced his plan, ahead of an election, on television on Tuesday Arab nations have condemned a plan by Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to annex a third of the occupied West Bank.On Tuesday Mr Netanyahu pledged to apply Israeli sovereignty over the Jordan Valley and northern Dead Sea if… […]
Rising star Buttigieg sets out 2020 bid By Trump
April 15, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionPete Buttigieg is currently a mayor in Indiana and speaks seven languages Pete Buttigieg has officially launched his bid to become the Democratic Party nominee for the 2020 presidential election and challenge Donald Trump for the White House.He held his launch event in South Bend, the Indiana… […]
Trump Is ‘Involved in a Big Cover-Up,’ Watergate Congresswoman Says: ‘He Knows He’s in Big Trouble’ By Trump
December 7, 2019
A former Democratic congresswoman who was on the House Judiciary Committee when it adopted articles of impeachment against President Richard Nixon over the Watergate scandal accused President Donald Trump of being "involved in a big cover-up."It was Nixon's role in the cover-up of Watergate that sank his presidency, and he resigned from the White House… […]
Trump’s demands of Ukraine came down to three words: ‘Investigations, Biden and Clinton,’ official’s testimony states By Trump
November 8, 2019
A senior State Department official described in perhaps the starkest terms to date President Trump’s shadow efforts to force Ukraine’s leadership to open investigations that would benefit him politically, according to a transcript of his impeachment inquiry testimony released Thursday.Deputy Assistant Secretary George Kent, who oversaw Ukraine policy, told lawmakers that Trump demanded that the… […]
Why this lawsuit against Trump is a road to nowhere By Trump
November 13, 2019
If you’re having trouble making sense of the screwy lawsuit in federal court brought by Charles Kupperman, formerly the president’s deputy national security adviser, you’re not alone: The case is hard to follow, let alone analyze.The already bizarre set of circumstances took a further strange turn Monday as Mick Mulvaney, President Trump’s acting chief of… […]
Profiles in Thinking About Courage: inside ‘A Warning’ by Anonymous By Trump
November 17, 2019
A WARNINGBy Anonymous. Twelve. 259 pp. $30There is a good reason the anonymous Trump administration official who published an opinion essay in the New York Times last year describing an internal resistance to the president has managed to remain anonymous. The op-ed, for all the speculation and controversy it generated, yielded few identifying details. The… […]
Unsealed Mueller docs reveal new specifics of Cohen probe By Trump
May 22, 2019
Newly unsealed documents show the depth of special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation into former Trump attorney Michael Cohen in 2017 for potentially acting as an unregistered foreign agent, making false statements to financial institutions and bank fraud.A federal judge in D.C. on Wednesday unsealed five redacted search warrant applications filed by Mueller into in his… […]
The e-cigarette hysteria is getting out of hand By Trump
September 12, 2019
President Trump’s announcement Wednesday that he will seek to ban most flavored e-cigarettes comes from a good place — a rarity in this administration. But that doesn’t make a ban any less stupid.It’s reasonable to be concerned about the massive surge in teen vapers over the past few years. The administration, led by former Food… […]
There’s nothing wrong with ‘dual loyalties.’ By Trump
November 3, 2019
President Trump’s supporters were quick to challenge the patriotism of Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, the alarmed National Security Council official who testified Tuesday about the July phone call between Trump and Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky. Vindman was born in Ukraine, when it was part of the Soviet Union; his family left when he was 3 years… […]
Are voters biased against women candidates? By Trump
September 11, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Kamala Harris (left), Elizabeth Warren (centre) and Amy Klobuchar (right) will take the stage on 12 September With a record number of women in the fight for the White House, it's time to re-examine what role - if any - gender biases may play in the 2020 election.It's been… […]
Kamala Harris lacked what was most important of all By Trump
December 4, 2019
When she announced her campaign for president before a crowd of 20,000 in Oakland on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Sen. Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.) offered an electrifying account of how and why she entered public service.“It was just a couple blocks from this very spot that nearly 30 years ago as a young district attorney… […]
Jeff Bezos’ ‘O’Neill colony’ goals overlook the plight of millions residing on Earth now By Trump
May 15, 2019
May 15, 2019, 8:25 PM UTCAt a much-anticipated event in Washington on May 9, Amazon CEO and richest-man-in-the-world Jeff Bezos laid out the long-term vision for Blue Origin, the aerospace firm he founded in 2000. Bezos detailed how he’s working on cutting the cost of getting to space and getting humanity back on the moon… […]
Trump knocks ‘ridiculous endless wars’ amid US troop pullout from Syria | TheHill By Trump
October 7, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpWhite House says Turkey will soon launch Syria operation Trump associates pressured Ukraine over gas firm in order to benefit allies: report Trump praises Woodward, slams other journalists over 'Face the Nation' segment MORE on Monday said it is time to remove the United States from “ridiculous Endless Wars" after he decided… […]
Trump hails deal with Mexico to avoid tariffs By Trump
June 8, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionA look at the steps Mexico is taking to deal with migrants President Donald Trump has hailed a deal reached with Mexico to help stem the flow of migrants to the US after he threatened to impose trade tariffs.Under the deal, in which Mexico agreed to take… […]
Undermining black homeownership with Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor: podcast and transcript By Trump
November 2, 2019
You’ve likely heard of redlining — the practice of systematizing discrimination based on where you live. You’ve probably even heard us talk about the ways its legacy continues to impact the upward mobility of communities of color. But do you know what happened next? In the wake of urban uprisings in the late 1960s, politicians… […]
Republicans spend more than $4 million at Trump properties By Trump
May 24, 2019
Republican candidates and campaign committees have spent more than $4 million at hotel, golf and vineyard properties that bear President TrumpDonald John TrumpFeinstein, Iranian foreign minister had dinner amid tensions: report The Hill's Morning Report - Trump says no legislation until Dems end probes Harris readies a Phase 2 as she seeks to rejuvenate campaign… […]
Senate approves fund to provide compensation for Sept. 11 victims | TheHill By Trump
July 23, 2019
The Senate passed legislation on Tuesday to extend the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund, sending the measure to President Trump's desk.The vote caps off a months-long struggle after officials warned last year that the fund was running out of money and, without congressional action, could be unable to cover all claims from victims of the… […]
USDA relocation has delayed key studies and millions in funding, employees say By Trump
October 2, 2019
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue speaks during a Senate committee hearing in March 2018. (Andrew Harnik/AP) By Ben Guarino Ben Guarino Reporter covering the practice and culture of science Email Bio Follow October 2 at 7:00 AM The relocation of two Agriculture Department agencies out of the District of Columbia has delayed the publication of dozens… […]
Trump at rally says impeachment an ‘attack on democracy itself’ | TheHill By Trump
November 2, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump singles in on 'Sleepy Joe Biden' at campaign rally Trump at rally says impeachment an 'attack on democracy itself' GOP lawmaker says House impeachment rules vote 'doesn't change anything for me' MORE on Friday painted himself as the victim of an impeachment effort years in the making.The president portrayed the investigation… […]
Analysis | Congress is back, and an impeachment inquiry is here. Here’s what to expect. By Trump
September 12, 2019
By Amber Phillips Amber Phillips Reporter for The Fix covering Congress, statehouses Email Bio Follow September 9 Congress has been out of session since July, but there have been major developments on the impeachment front since in that time, like: A majority of House Democrats now support an impeachment inquiry, and the congressman who would… […]
Michael Cohen disavows components of guilty plea in recorded phone call with Tom Arnold: report By Trump
April 24, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpDemocrats' CNN town halls exposed an extreme agenda Buttigieg says he doubts Sanders can win general election Post-Mueller, Trump has a good story to tell for 2020 MORE's former attorney Michael CohenMichael Dean CohenHow I learned to love the witch hunt Trump's job approval ticks up 2 points: Gallup Dem lawmaker: 'Very… […]
U.S. Military Base Hit By New Rocket Attack as Iraq Unrest Continues Without Prime Minister By Trump
December 4, 2019
A U.S. military base in western Iraq has been hit by a new rocket attack as the country's unrest persisted in the wake of the prime minister's resignation.The Iraqi security forces' media cell reported Tuesday that "five rockets fell within the Ayn al-Asad Air Base in Anbar Province, without significant losses, and we will share… […]
Trump’s Treatment of Iran Will Ensure America Remains the ‘Great Satan’ for Decades to Come By Trump
November 7, 2019
State-organized rallies were held in Iran on Monday to mark the 40th anniversary of the storming of the U.S. embassy in Tehran, when activists—flushed with revolutionary zeal—sought to drive American influence out of the reborn country.The next day, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared America "the Great Satan, the wounded snake." The revolution—with "Death to… […]
Amy McGrath on How She Plans to Unseat Mitch McConnell in 2020 By Trump
September 11, 2019
It requires nerves of steel to take on Mitch McConnell, arguably the most powerful man in Washington. But Amy McGrath has already been to war and back, three times. The 44-year-old retired Lieutenant Colonel, an Independent-turned-Democrat, is challenging the self-declared Grim Reaper for the Senate seat he's clung onto since 1985.McGrath has had tougher, though.… […]
Attorney says he’s representing second Trump whistleblower from intel community | TheHill By Trump
October 7, 2019
Attorney Andrew P. Bakaj on Sunday confirmed that his firm is representing another whistleblower in connection to a formal complaint about President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower North Korea missile test raises fears of new capabilities Window narrows for Trump trade deals MORE's alleged interactions with Ukraine. "I can confirm that my firm and my team… […]
From ‘Friends to ‘The Morning Show,’ how Jennifer Aniston has remained America’s sweetheart By Trump
December 1, 2019
Picture this: Jennifer Aniston is the star of a much talked-about TV show. Her love life is constantly being dissected in the tabloids, with headlines perennially concerned about whether she’s really as happy as she seems. Her fashion is the stuff of envy, her hair is flawless and her funny, vulnerable interviews make it feel… […]
Democrats sharpen impeachment case, decrying ‘bribery’ as another potential witness emerges linking Trump to Ukraine scandal By Trump
November 15, 2019
Democrats sharpened their case for impeachment Thursday, escalating their rhetoric against President Trump as additional evidence emerged potentially implicating him directly in the abuse-of-power controversy surrounding U.S. relations with Ukraine.Using her most aggressive language yet, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) accused Trump of committing “bribery” by seeking to use U.S. military aid as leverage to… […]
School shootings could be prevented if we intervened in cases of troubled students By Trump
December 9, 2019
We know how to prevent school shootings, and we should stop pretending there’s nothing we can do because we lack the political will to act. There is extensive educational research showing the value of school-based programs to prevent student aggression, and there are multiple studies by the Police Foundation and others showing how shootings have… […]
Warren, Biden running neck-and-neck in Democratic primary: poll | TheHill By Trump
October 9, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth WarrenElizabeth Ann Warren40 state attorneys general to take part in Facebook antitrust probe: report Overnight Health Care — Presented by Coalition Against Surprise Medical Billing — Buttigieg unveils aggressive plan to lower drug prices | Supreme Court abortion case poses major test for Trump picks | Trump takes heat from right over vaping… […]
Trump defends Syria move: ‘It’s time to come back home’ | TheHill By Trump
October 8, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpWhite House says Turkey will soon launch Syria operation Trump associates pressured Ukraine over gas firm in order to benefit allies: report Trump praises Woodward, slams other journalists over 'Face the Nation' segment MORE on Monday dug in on his decision to pull U.S. troops out of northern Syria as Turkey prepares an… […]
Conservatives seek to stifle new ‘alt-right’ movement seeped in anti-Semitism | TheHill By Trump
November 17, 2019
A fringe group of far-right activists have been disrupting conservative and pro-Trump events in recent weeks, drawing rebukes from mainstream Republicans who are eager to separate the party from white nationalists and alt-right racists.A small but vocal group of young men led by 21-year-old broadcaster Nicholas Fuentes received national attention this week after heckling Donald… […]
Breitbart Trends After Donald Trump Tweets Poll With Almost 98% Support By Trump
October 1, 2019
Breitbart is trending after President Donald Trump shared a poll from the alt-right website that showed him enjoying an almost 98 percent approval rating."THANK YOU!" Trump wrote as he shared a graphic from Breitbart that showed in an impeachment poll, 97.83 percent of respondents "stand with President Trump" while just 2.17 percent of people said… […]
Here’s how the 3rd 2020 Democratic presidential debate works By Trump
September 12, 2019
Democrats vying for the White House are entering a new phase of the election cycle with Thursday night's third Democratic debate. Interested in 2020 Elections? Add 2020 Elections as an interest to stay up to date on the latest 2020 Elections news, video, and analysis from ABC News. How to watch the debate: The third… […]
Tennessee becomes new front in fight to overhaul Medicaid | TheHill By Trump
December 1, 2019
Tennessee is the latest battleground for the Trump administration as it tries to implement drastic, conservative changes to Medicaid. While some red states have begun pushing back from imposing work requirements on Medicaid beneficiaries in the face of lawsuits, Tennessee is forging ahead with an even more controversial proposal.“Work requirements were a blunt instrument swung too widely,” said… […]
Congress hunts for path out of spending stalemate | TheHill By Trump
November 12, 2019
Top negotiators are set to meet Tuesday to try to break a stalemate over funding the government. Congress has until Nov. 21 to prevent the second shutdown of the year after a 35-day partial closure that ended in February. They’re eyeing another stopgap bill to give appropriators more time, sources told The Hill on Monday, with… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 16, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
Suburban anxiety drives GOP on guns | TheHill By Trump
September 10, 2019
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellThe Hill's 12:30 Report: Bolton out as national security adviser Suburban anxiety drives GOP on guns Democrats play to Trump's ego on guns MORE (R-Ky.) and members of his caucus are tiptoeing toward legislation addressing gun violence amid deep anxiety over eroding GOP support in suburbs across the… […]
Democratic 2020 First Debate Lineup, Schedule: Bernie Sanders, Joe Biden Will Go Head-to-Head By Trump
June 14, 2019
The deadline to qualify for the first two Democratic primary debates of the 2020 election passed earlier this week and now a total of 20 candidates will take the stage on June 26 and June 27 in Miami, Florida.The schedule features some of the race's top contenders going head-to-head on the debate stage, including former… […]
Pelosi: Trump bribed Ukraine, makes Nixon’s offenses ‘look almost small’ | TheHill By Trump
November 15, 2019
Speaker Nancy PelosiNancy PelosiOvernight Health Care: Trump officials making changes to drug pricing proposal | House panel advances flavored e-cig ban | Senators press FDA tobacco chief on vaping ban Speaker Pelosi, it's time to throw American innovators a lifeline Why Americans must tune in to the Trump impeachment hearings MORE (D-Calif.) on Thursday accused… […]
Detroit man dies after deportation to Iraq By Trump
August 8, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionJimmy Aldaoud said he "begged" US immigration officers to let him stay in the US A man who moved to the US as a child and lived his life in Detroit died on Tuesday after he was deported to Iraq, his lawyer told the BBC.Jimmy Aldaoud, 41,… […]
Stopgap spending bill will harm military readiness, modernization efforts: Pentagon By Trump
November 8, 2019
As the Pentagon works to maintain its competitive advantage over Russia and China, partisan gridlock on Capitol Hill could jeopardize its modernization efforts. When Congress returns to work after Veterans' Day, they will only have 10 days to pass a budget before the U.S. military and the rest of the federal government runs out of… […]
Trump to celebrate Washington Nationals at White House on Monday By Trump
November 1, 2019
The Washington Nationals have accepted an invitation to visit President Trump at the White House on Monday for the traditional champions celebration, less than a week after winning their first World Series.The quick turnaround is unusual, but most of the players are in town for a parade Saturday in downtown Washington, and White House officials… […]
Pompeo says State Dept. has given initial response to Congress over documents | TheHill By Trump
October 5, 2019
Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard PompeoGordon Sondland expected to appear for House deposition Democrats claim new momentum from intelligence watchdog testimony Overnight Defense: House Dems subpoena White House for Ukraine documents | Pence pulled into inquiry | GOP senator says he confronted Trump over Ukraine aid | Iran hackers target 2020 campaign MORE… […]
Trump Says Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs Make Him ‘Look Orange,’ Complains About How Expensive They Are By Trump
September 15, 2019
After his administration rolled-back Obama-era energy efficiency rules for light bulbs, President Donald Trump complained that the environmentally-friendly lamps make him look orange because the light they emit is "no good."Trump's face has an orange glow, the source of which is unknown. A White House official told The New York Times the strange and seemingly-permanent… […]
Democrats gear up for high-stakes Judiciary hearing | TheHill By Trump
December 9, 2019
House Democrats are gearing up for one of their last opportunities to present evidence about President TrumpDonald John TrumpPence: It's not a "foregone conclusion" that lawmakers impeach Trump FBI identifies Pensacola shooter as Saudi Royal Saudi Air Force second lieutenant Trump calls Warren 'Pocahontas,' knocks wealth tax MORE’s contacts with Ukraine before introducing articles of… […]
Opinion | Trump’s corruption is black and white By Trump
October 5, 2019
President Trump talks about the whistleblower on Wednesday during a meeting with the president of Finland in the Oval Office. (Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Editorial Board October 4 at 4:42 PM THE ROUGH transcript of President Trump’s July 25 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky prompted a debate about whether, in pressing for… […]
Perspective | Amnesty International’s travel warning about the U.S. is a mistake By Trump
August 13, 2019
A man places a U.S. flag outside the Walmart store in El Paso that was the site of a mass shooting this month. (Callaghan O'hare/Reuters) By Suzie Mulesky Suzie Mulesky Bio Follow Suzie Mulesky is a doctoral candidate in political science and international relations at the University of Southern California and visiting scholar at Indiana… […]
Analysis | And this week’s ‘Saturday Night Live’ cold open celebrity guest star is . . . Matthew Broderick as Mike Pompeo By Trump
October 6, 2019
Matthew Broderick showed up this week as Mike Pompeo. By Travis M. Andrews Travis M. Andrews Pop culture reporter covering music, movies, TV, comedy and celebrity culture Email Bio Follow October 6 at 12:40 AM “SNL” faces a problem, which was on full display in Saturday night’s cold open (the sketch before the credits). It’s… […]
House Republicans add Jordan to Intel panel for impeachment probe | TheHill By Trump
November 8, 2019
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthyKevin Owen McCarthyProgressive freshmen jump into leadership PAC fundraising Republicans consider putting Jordan, Meadows on Intelligence for impeachment RNC paid about K for Trump to attend UFC match: report MORE (R-Calif.) announced Friday that Rep. Jim JordanJames (Jim) Daniel JordanSchiff says GOP must prove relevance for impeachment hearing witnesses The Hill's… […]
Opinion | A shocking CNN scoop confirms: Officials are defending our country from Trump By Trump
September 10, 2019
(Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) By Paul Waldman Paul Waldman Opinion writer covering politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer September 9 at 12:33 PM What good is having a secret if you can’t tell people about it? This is the dilemma President Trump has found himself in many times. Often he just blurts (or tweets) the… […]
Warren reveals she made almost $2 million from private legal work | TheHill By Trump
December 9, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth WarrenElizabeth Ann WarrenTrump calls Warren 'Pocahontas,' knocks wealth tax Warren, Buttigieg fight echoes 2004 campaign, serves as warning for 2020 race Democrats battle for Hollywood's cash MORE (D-Mass.)'s presidential campaign on Sunday released updated information on her compensation from her past private legal work, with the total adding up to just under $2 million.Her campaign's legal work… […]
Democrats give Warren’s ‘Medicare for All’ plan the cold shoulder | TheHill By Trump
November 6, 2019
Senate Democrats are distancing themselves from Sen. Elizabeth WarrenElizabeth Ann WarrenDemocrats give Warren's 'Medicare for All' plan the cold shoulder Sanders team accuses media of ignoring 'surge' in polls Tucson elects first female Latina mayor MORE’s (D-Mass.) “Medicare for All” plan, casting doubt on whether it could pass even if she does win the presidency.Warren… […]
Trump’s latest tariffs display his worst qualities By Trump
December 3, 2019
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been called the “Trump of the Tropics” because of his aggressive populist style. He’s gone out of his way to praise and court President Trump, distinguishing himself among the world’s elected leaders in that pursuit. Monday morning, he learned what others who have tried to get close to the mercurial… […]
Testimony from Pentagon, State Dept. officials undercuts a key piece of Trump’s impeachment defense By Trump
November 12, 2019
Two senior U.S. officials told House impeachment investigators that Ukrainian leaders were aware nearly $400 million in congressionally approved security assistance had been frozen well before that information became public, undercutting a key point of President Trump’s “no quid pro quo” defense.Trump’s defenders have argued that the administration could not have leveraged the security assistance… […]
Strategists say Warren ‘Medicare for All’ plan could appeal to centrists | TheHill By Trump
November 10, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth WarrenElizabeth Ann WarrenCentrist Democrats seize on state election wins to rail against Warren's agenda Biden brushes off Bloomberg challenge: 'I'm pretty far ahead' Bloomberg officially files to run in Alabama presidential primary MORE’s “Medicare for All” funding plan has come under fire from her rivals for the Democratic nomination, but some in her… […]
US blacklists China entities over ‘Uighur abuse’ By Trump
October 8, 2019
Image copyright AFP/Getty Image caption Human rights groups say up to one million Uighurs and other Muslims are in detention centres in Xinjiang The US has blacklisted 28 Chinese organisations for their alleged involvement in abuses against ethnic Uighurs in China's Xinjiang province.The organisations are now on the so-called Entity List, which bars them from… […]
Deputy Director of National Intelligence Sue Gordon leaving her role By Trump
August 9, 2019
Deputy Director of National Intelligence Sue Gordon is departing her role, President Donald Trump tweeted on Thursday afternoon. Interested in Trump Administration? Add Trump Administration as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Trump Administration news, video, and analysis from ABC News. Gordon was told, according to ABC News sources, that she… […]
The education of an idealist with Samantha Power: podcast and transcript By Trump
October 4, 2019
What was it like to be in the room for some of the most consequential foreign policy decisions of the Obama administration? Samantha Power started as an outsider, a war correspondent who became a voice of moral witness about the failings of the American government. That voice earned her a job in the cabinet of… […]
Brother of Honduran president accused of getting $1 million from ‘El Chapo’ By Trump
October 3, 2019
A former Honduran politician is facing life in federal prison for allegedly getting help from his brother, currently the president of the Central American country, in conspiring with massive drug cartels including that of Mexican drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán to smuggle drugs in the United States, prosecutors said. Federal prosecutor Jason Richman told… […]
GOP senators hope to avoid Christmas impeachment trial | TheHill By Trump
November 19, 2019
Senate Republicans are hoping to avoid a Christmas impeachment trial as they try to plan the timeline for the proceedings. Some House Democrats have thrown out the possibility of having a vote on impeachment articles by Christmas, raising the prospect that a trial could start or run during holidays in the Senate. But GOP senators are hoping that… […]
Pentagon suspends efforts to retrieve continues to be of US troops from North Korea By Trump
May 8, 2019
The Pentagon has suspended efforts to retrieve additional remains of U.S. troops from North Korea, due to a lack of communication from Pyongyang, American officials said Wednesday. Interested in North Korea? Add North Korea as an interest to stay up to date on the latest North Korea news, video, and analysis from ABC News. The… […]
Exclusive: Biden to run for White House, says Dem lawmaker By Trump
March 12, 2019
Former Vice President Joe BidenJoseph (Joe) Robinette BidenFeehery: Dems' embrace of socialism makes a Trump reelection look inevitable Press: Which way do Dems go in 2020? GOP pollster says Biden, Sanders are polling low for how well-known they are MORE will run for president in 2020, a senior Democratic lawmaker told The Hill on Tuesday,… […]
Republicans attempt to move impeachment inquiry away from Trump By Trump
November 10, 2019
House Republicans on Saturday pressed ahead with their efforts to move the impeachment inquiry away from President Trump, calling on Democrats to add witnesses to the probe including former vice president Joe Biden’s son and the whistleblower whose initial complaint kicked off the investigation.The GOP demands were met with immediate skepticism from House Intelligence Committee… […]
GOP turns furor on media amid impeachment fight | TheHill By Trump
October 3, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpSessions says he still supports Trump despite ouster as AG House Republicans voice concerns about White House's impeachment messaging Giuliani consulted with Manafort on Ukraine info: report MORE and his allies are embracing a war with the media as part of the growing impeachment fight. The president, several congressional Republicans and high-profile pundits… […]
Opinion | A short primer on preventing political violence By Trump
October 4, 2019
Rachel Kleinfeld, a senior fellow in democracy, conflict and governance at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, is author of “A Savage Order.”Should Americans worry about political violence? President Trump’s tweet regarding civil war if he is impeached and his expressed desire to try a congressman for treason (punishable by execution) have militias excited and… […]
It has come to this: Ted Cruz is Putin’s stooge By Trump
December 8, 2019
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Tex.) has spent his entire adult life touting the West’s defeat of communism in the Cold War. In July 2014, he declared to a young conservative group, “‘Mr. Putin, give back Crimea.’ Why is it so unimaginable for President Obama to utter those words?” He continued, “We need to stand up and… […]
Opinion | The United States won’t feed 30,000 starving Syrians living under its protection By Trump
July 24, 2019
A group of children at the Rukban refugee camp in southeastern Syria. (Courtesy of the Syrian Emergency Task Force) By Josh Rogin Josh Rogin Columnist covering foreign policy and national security Email Bio Follow Columnist July 24 at 6:00 AM About 10 miles from a U.S. military outpost in southern Syria, some 30,000 civilians are… […]
Senate rejects Trump’s unexpected emergency declaration for border safety in stunning vote By Trump
March 15, 2019
In a stinging rebuke to President Donald Trump, 12 Republicans joined Democrats as the Senate voted to reject his decision to declare a national emergency in order to build a border wall -- a striking blow to his agenda and a clear warning to Trump about presidential overreach. Interested in Immigration? Add Immigration as an… […]
Mitch McConnell No Worse Off for 2020 After Bevin’s Kentucky Loss: Analyst By Trump
November 15, 2019
Republican Matt Bevin's loss of the Kentucky governorship to Democratic candidate Andy Beshear excited opponents of the state's Sen. Mitch McConnell, majority leader in the U.S. Senate, ahead of his own bid for re-election in 2020.Democrats are hoping Bevin's defeat is a sign that the unpopularity of President Donald Trump will terminally damage Republican candidates… […]
Labor market picked up steam in November as U.S. economy added 266,000 jobs and jobless rate fell to 3.5 percent By Trump
December 6, 2019
The United States added 266,000 jobs in November as the jobless rate decreased to 3.5 percent, reflecting a surge of strength in the labor market that has muscled through recession fears that flared over the summer.The data, released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, beat expectations. Analysts had forecast roughly 180,000 new jobs for the… […]
Five things to watch at Supreme Court’s DACA hearings | TheHill By Trump
November 12, 2019
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday on three cases against President TrumpDonald John TrumpFive landmark moments of testimony to Congress Lindsey Graham basks in the impeachment spotlight Democrats sharpen their message on impeachment MORE's decision in 2017 to end deportation protections for so-called Dreamers.Three appeals courts have ruled against Trump's decision to end the… […]
Falling investment revives attacks against Trump’s tax cuts | TheHill By Trump
November 10, 2019
The GOP tax law passed in 2017 was supposed to super charge the economy, but the lack of major impact is spurring critics to renew their attacks against the signature measure from President TrumpDonald John TrumpFormer National Security Adviser John Bolton gets book deal: report Trump administration proposes fee for asylum applications, spike in other immigration fees Biden… […]
Bloomberg denies trying to buy White House By Trump
December 7, 2019
Image copyright Getty Images Michael Bloomberg, one of the world's richest men and a candidate to take on President Donald Trump next year, has denied trying to buy the White House.Mr Bloomberg's rivals for the Democratic presidential nomination have accused him of doing exactly that.The ex-New York City mayor entered the race in late November… […]
Former Chief White House Ethics Lawyer Says Trump Needs To Be Impeached By Trump
October 5, 2019
A former chief White House ethics lawyer has said President Trump is building an 'international coalition against the Russia investigation,' adding that he needs to be impeached immediately.Richard W. Painter, who served as the chief ethics lawyer for the George W. Bush administration from 2005 to 2007 and is now a law professor at the… […]
Opinion | Americans are growing more accepting of immigrants. Take note, Democrats. By Trump
August 20, 2019
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) at a news conference last month on Capitol Hill. (J. Scott Applewhite/AP) By Greg Sargent Greg Sargent Opinion writer covering national politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer August 20 at 3:08 PM It’s often observed that President Trump’s racism, bigotry and cruelty toward migrants are making Americans more accepting of immigration.… […]
Trump slams ‘witch hunt’ after House impeachment vote | TheHill By Trump
November 1, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump congratulates Washington Nationals on World Series win Trump hints that dog injured in al-Baghdadi raid will visit White House Vindman says White House lawyer moved Ukraine call to classified server: report MORE and the White House on Thursday blasted a House vote to formalize an ongoing impeachment inquiry into his alleged… […]
Live coverage: Democrats face off in first 2020 debate | TheHill By Trump
June 27, 2019
Democrats are set to kick off their widely anticipated first debate of the 2020 campaign season as a crowded field of White House hopefuls compete to take on President TrumpDonald John Trump2020 Democrats spar over socialism ahead of first debate Senate passes .5 billion border bill, setting up fight with House 'Teflon Don' avoids the scorn… […]
Attorney says he’s representing second Trump whistleblower from intel community | TheHill By Trump
October 7, 2019
Attorney Andrew P. Bakaj on Sunday confirmed that his firm is representing another whistleblower in connection to a formal complaint about President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower North Korea missile test raises fears of new capabilities Window narrows for Trump trade deals MORE's alleged interactions with Ukraine. "I can confirm that my firm and my team… […]
Why Palestinians aren’t surprised by the humiliation of Rashida Tlaib By Trump
August 17, 2019
Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) (Brendan Smialowski/AFP/Getty Images) By Daoud Kuttab August 16 at 8:12 PM Whenever my Palestinian American cousins come to visit us, in Jerusalem, they always come prepared. In addition to the family-size package of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee, they bring books and an all-important set of playing cards. From past experience, they know… […]
The Supreme Court’s asylum decision shows Trump doesn’t have to build his wall. He has the law. By Trump
September 13, 2019
President Donald Trump can’t get his border wall built, but he's been creating policies so that he doesn't need to, building an invisible wall to foreclose upon the possibility of migration from Central America. His attacks on asylum-seekers — primarily migrants from El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras who are fleeing violence, rape, persecution and social… […]
Freed Taliban prisoner recounts SEAL rescue attempts By Trump
December 1, 2019
An Australian teacher held captive with an American colleague by the Taliban for more than three years believes US troops tried and failed six times to free themDecember 1, 2019, 6:12 AM4 min read An Australian teacher held captive with an American colleague by the Taliban for more than three years believes U.S. special forces… […]
Trump holds call with House GOP amid impeachment inquiry | TheHill By Trump
October 5, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpGordon Sondland expected to appear for House deposition Ivanka Trump on impeachment: 'Everything's a question of priorities' Second intel official considering filing complaint over Trump: report MORE held a conference-wide call with House Republicans on Friday as the White House sought to tout new economic numbers while pushing back on Democrats' latest moves… […]
Analysis: President Trump hands over northern Syria to Turkey By Trump
October 7, 2019
President Trump's announcement to withdraw all U.S. forces from northern Syria came as a bombshell for the Syrian Democratic Forces who sacrificed many of their ranks on the bloody battlefields of northeast Syria, to defeat fanatical ISIS combatants prepared to fight to the last man and woman. The top Kurdish commander of U.S.-backed SDF forces,… […]
Congress braces for chaotic December | TheHill By Trump
December 2, 2019
Congress is barreling toward a chaotic end-of-the-year scramble as lawmakers return for the final work weeks of 2019.Lawmakers have up to 15 days in session to wrap up legislative items like funding the government beyond Dec. 20, while also juggling the House impeachment inquiry that has sucked up most of the political oxygen in Washington.The… […]
Nominee to lead FAA faces questions about tenure at Delta By Trump
July 6, 2019
The Federal Aviation Administration is looking into whether Delta Air Lines violated FAA rules about promoting safety at a time when President Donald Trump's pick to lead the agency was in charge of Delta's flight operations. The FAA investigation grew out of allegations by a Delta pilot that the airline retaliated against her for raising… […]
Trump faces crucial decisions on economy, guns | TheHill By Trump
August 19, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpO'Rourke: Trump driving global, U.S. economy into recession Manchin: Trump has 'golden opportunity' on gun reforms Objections to Trump's new immigration rule wildly exaggerated MORE is facing one of the most crucial periods of his time at the White House as he returns to Washington from a 10-day sojourn to New Jersey.Trump,… […]
This week in impeachment, in 5 minutes By Trump
November 2, 2019
This post has been updated with the latest impeachment news.The impeachment inquiry got formalized with a vote, and two national security officials testified they thought President Trump or his allies were pressuring Ukraine to investigate Trump’s political rivals. Here’s a rundown of the biggest moments.SUNDAY: The vice president struggles to defend Trump“Well, I can only… […]
Gov. Jay Inslee unveils sweeping initiative to combat climate change By Trump
May 3, 2019
The rising tide of 2020 Democratic presidential hopefuls calling for environmental reform now includes Gov. Jay Inslee of Washington, a politician who has made climate change the crux of his campaign. Interested in 2020 Elections? Add 2020 Elections as an interest to stay up to date on the latest 2020 Elections news, video, and analysis… […]
Biden ties himself intently to Obama on day just one By Trump
April 26, 2019
When Joe BidenJoseph (Joe) Robinette BidenElection analyst says Biden could face uphill battle attracting small-dollar donors Biden's announcement was a general election message, says political analyst Gillibrand 'not worried' about being 'discounted' in 2020 race MORE entered the 2020 race on Thursday, he made no mention of Barack ObamaBarack Hussein ObamaBiden's sloppy launch may cost… […]
Bloomberg has a narrow path to winning. But he’ll sure get under Trump’s skin. By Trump
November 9, 2019
Is it possible for news to seem both startling and inevitable at the same time?For years, former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg has been playing with the idea of running for president. But he always backed off after crunching the data and deciding he didn’t have a realistic chance of winning.It appeared Bloomberg had finally… […]
Democrats subpoena Pentagon, budget chiefs in impeachment push | TheHill By Trump
October 7, 2019
House Democrats on Monday subpoenaed the heads of the Defense Department and Office of Management and Budget for documents related to the Trump administration's decision to withhold financial aid to Ukraine while the president pushed the allied nation for an investigation into former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenTrump associates pressured Ukraine over gas firm in… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 14, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
Trump threatens Turkey after US troop pullout By Trump
October 8, 2019
Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionUS military vehicles were filmed moving away from the border President Donald Trump has threatened to destroy Turkey's economy if Turkey goes "off limits" after his surprise decision to pull US forces out of north-eastern Syria.In a series of angry tweets, Mr Trump defended the move that… […]
Dems obsess above acquiring prospect to beat Trump By Trump
April 22, 2019
Democrats obsessed with finding a candidate who can defeat President TrumpDonald John TrumpThorny part of obstruction of justice is proving intent, that's a job for Congress Obama condemns attacks in Sri Lanka as 'an attack on humanity' Schiff rips Conway's 'display of alternative facts' on Russian election interference MORE are showing a willingness to give… […]
Trump takes heat from right over vaping crackdown | TheHill By Trump
October 6, 2019
The Trump administration is under fire from conservative groups and some GOP lawmakers, who are pushing back over its planned crackdown on e-cigarette flavors. They say the administration is overreaching, and the flavor ban will harm small businesses, a violation of core Republican free market principles. But so far, President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump criticizes supposed second whistleblower… […]
Analysis | The intriguing stones Robert Mueller left unturned on Trump By Trump
June 10, 2019
By Aaron Blake Aaron Blake Senior political reporter, writing for The Fix Email Bio Follow June 10 at 1:08 PM Perhaps the most consequential decision that special counsel Robert S. Mueller III included in his 400-plus-page report on Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election was that it wasn’t his place to decide whether Donald… […]
Trump uttered what many supporters consider blasphemy. Here’s why most will probably forgive him. By Trump
September 15, 2019
President Trump took the Lord’s name in vain Thursday in remarks to Republican members of Congress. (Nicholas Kamm/AFP/Getty Images) By Julie Zauzmer Julie Zauzmer Reporter covering religion, faith and spirituality Email Bio Follow September 14 at 7:00 AM President Trump has had trouble with a number of the Ten Commandments. There’s the adultery. There’s the… […]
Trump reverses policy, allows lawsuits towards organizations in Cuba By Trump
April 17, 2019
The Trump administration announced Wednesday it will allow U.S. citizens to sue foreign businesses using property seized during the 1959 Cuban revolution, reversing two decades of policy as it escalates pressure on the communist island nation.Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard PompeoWith interests in Libya under threat, US must adopt urgency The Hill's Morning… […]
Sondland discussed sensitive matters with Trump on phone from Kyiv restaurant as waiters circled By Trump
November 17, 2019
Waiters were coming and going as U.S. Ambassador to the European Union Gordon Sondland spoke on the phone with President Trump on July 26 from the outdoor section of a central Kyiv restaurant and discussed the Ukrainian president’s willingness to conduct politically charged investigations, an episode that also highlighted the lack of security around a presidential… […]
Analysis | The timeline of Trump’s call with Zelensky just got a bit more complicated By Trump
October 9, 2019
President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke shortly after 9 a.m. on July 25. That call, which Trump later told Republican lawmakers had been prompted by a request from Energy Secretary Rick Perry, is now at the center of an impeachment inquiry in the House. A rough transcript of the call includes requests from… […]
Trump’s Ukraine call transcript conflicts with his anti-globalism rhetoric By Trump
October 1, 2019
Here’s a question that hasn’t gotten much attention in the recent torrent of words about President Donald Trump’s July 25 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy: Why did our president release details of the call, thus waiving his right to assert executive privilege over it? Did he genuinely believe the material was going to… […]
Opinion | Want to build a far-right movement? Spain’s Vox party shows how. By Trump
May 3, 2019
It is dawn in the Spanish countryside. A man is walking, and then running, in slow motion. He climbs a fence. He crosses a field of wheat while brushing his hands, as in a Hollywood movie, across the tops of the sheaves. All the while, music is playing and a voice is speaking: "If you… […]
Landslide polls spark angst: These geniuses saw Clinton as ‘unstoppable’ | TheHill By Trump
June 14, 2019
Democrats and Republicans alike are skeptical of early polls predicting a landslide victory for Democrat Joe BidenJoe BidenOn The Money: Pelosi says no debt ceiling hike until deal on spending caps | McConnell pressures White House to strike budget deal | Warren bill would wipe out billions in student debt | Senate passes IRS reform bill On The… […]
Trump heads to NATO summit and Britain braces for impact By Trump
December 2, 2019
Want smart analysis of the most important news in your inbox every weekday, along with other global reads, interesting ideas and opinions? Sign up for the Today’s WorldView newsletter.We’re now used to the hand-wringing that accompanies President Trump’s trips to international summits. Whether at meetings of the United Nations, the Group of 20, the Group… […]
The Memo: Bloomberg’s 2020 moves draw ire from Democrats | TheHill By Trump
November 11, 2019
Michael BloombergMichael Rubens BloombergActor Robert De Niro: Trump must be 'held accountable' with impeachment inquiry Scaramucci: Trump sees Bloomberg as threat Biden brushes off Bloomberg challenge: 'I'm pretty far ahead' MORE’s decision to move toward a presidential bid is frustrating many Democrats, who are adamant there is no appetite for a candidacy from the billionaire… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Scholars called by Democrats testify that Trump’s conduct is grounds for removal from office By Trump
December 4, 2019
Three constitutional scholars summoned by Democrats are testifying Wednesday that President Trump’s conduct toward Ukraine rises to the level of impeachment, as the inquiry moves to a new phase with the first hearing by the House Judiciary Committee, a panel prone to theatrics and partisan brawls.Another law school professor, tapped by Republicans, is cautioning against… […]
Here is what you need to know to commence your day. By Trump
April 4, 2019
It's Thursday, April 4, 2019. Let's start here. 1. Hold the subpoenas The House Judiciary Committee voted along party lines to authorize subpoenas for special counsel Robert Mueller's full, unredacted report and the underlying materials, but Democrats aren't rushing to issue them quite yet. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., said Wednesday that Attorney… […]
North Korea-U.S. talks are restarting. Here’s a new strategy so they can succeed. By Trump
October 6, 2019
Despite the implosion of a summit between the United States and North Korea seven months ago, the two sides have confirmed that working-level talks will resume this week. The outreach is already off to an inauspicious start: On the same day North Korean First Vice-Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui confirmed the resumption of the U.S.-North… […]
Impeachment gives Trump staffers a choice: Loyalty and maybe prison, or betrayal and derision By Trump
November 13, 2019
The emerging strategy of House Republicans to argue that White House advisers went rogue — without the authorization of President Donald Trump — to press Ukraine to provide dirt on a political opponent puts Office of Management and Budget Director Mick Mulvaney, National Security Council legal adviser John Eisenberg, the president’s personal attorney and former… […]
Opinion | When is a gaffe a gaffe? By Trump
June 23, 2019
Joe Biden greets attendees during Jim Clyburn's World Famous Fish Fry in Columbia, S.C., on Friday. (Al Drago/Bloomberg News) By Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin Opinion writer covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Email Bio Follow Opinion writer June 23 at 12:00 PM When it was revealed that Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam’s (D) medical school… […]
Facebook finds itself dragged into border controversy | TheHill By Trump
July 5, 2019
Facebook is being dragged into the scandal surrounding a secret group of border patrol agents who shared racist and sexist content on its platform targeting migrants and several members of Congress, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-CortezAlexandria Ocasio-CortezTrump's spiritual adviser: Crisis on the border is one of integrity GOP senator knocks Ocasio-Cortez for comparing Trump admin detention… […]
Trump asked Australia to help investigate Mueller By Trump
October 1, 2019
Image copyright AFP/Getty Images Image caption Scott Morrison and Donald Trump have forged a close relationship US President Donald Trump called Australian PM Scott Morrison and asked for his help with an investigation into the origins of the Mueller inquiry, Australian officials have confirmed.Mr Trump asked Mr Morrison to help find evidence to discredit the… […]
Opinion | Trump’s dam might be about to burst By Trump
October 9, 2019
The dam is beginning to crumble.A new Washington Post-Schar School poll shows a startling shift in public sentiment in favor of the decision by House Democrats to open an impeachment inquiry into President Trump’s blatantly improper request that the Ukraine government help him dig up dirt on his leading presidential rival, former vice president Joe Biden.The… […]
Five things to know about the fallout from Trump’s Ukraine call | TheHill By Trump
October 1, 2019
President TrumpDonald John TrumpAmash calls McCarthy incompetent, dishonest after '60 Minutes' interview GOP lawmaker blasts Trump for quoting pastor warning of civil war over impeachment '60 Minutes' correspondent presses McCarthy on impeachment inquiry MORE's July 25 conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the White House’s handling of the call records have ignited a firestorm… […]
No wonder Jonathan Turley’s dog is mad By Trump
December 5, 2019
The House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday entered into democracy’s most sacred ritual, that solemn moment when the people’s representatives assemble to hear testimony about Jonathan Turley’s dog.For reasons not entirely clear, Republicans decided that Turley, the television pundit and George Washington University law professor, would be the best person in the land to make the… […]
Opinion | World leaders are failing our future generations on climate change By Trump
October 7, 2019
Coastal waters flow through deteriorating wetlands on Aug. 22 in Plaquemines Parish, La. According to researchers at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Louisiana's combination of rising waters and sinking land give it one of the highest rates of sea-level rise on the planet. (Drew Angerer/Getty Images) By Editorial Board October 6 at 5:59… […]
Ex-ambassador ‘threatened’ by Trump to testify in impeachment probe By Trump
November 15, 2019
Posted at 15:5015:50'Witness intimidation'"We take this kind of witness intimidation and obstruction of inquiry very seriously," Chairman Schiff tells reporters outside the committee room during after announcing a "brief recess".Posted at 15:4615:46White House: Trump just plans to watch a bitWhite House Spokeswoman Stephanie Grisham said just said this:"The president will be watching [Republican] Congressman Nunes’… […]
Opinion | What we need to hear on ‘electability’ at the debate By Trump
September 13, 2019
A lot of Democratic candidates at a recent debate. (Lucas Jackson) By Greg Sargent Greg Sargent Opinion writer covering national politics Email Bio Follow Opinion writer September 12 at 4:12 PM The Democratic presidential candidates are debating in Houston on Thursday night, and the chances are that the “electability” chestnut will come up. Which candidate… […]
Impeachment hearings live updates: Scholars called by Democrats testify that Trump’s conduct is grounds for removal from office By Trump
December 5, 2019
At the heart of the Democrats’ case is the allegation that Trump tried to leverage a White House meeting and military aid, sought by Ukraine in the face of Russian military aggression, to pressure President Volodymyr Zelensky to launch investigations of former vice president Joe Biden and his son Hunter, as well as an unfounded… […]
Rough transcript of call shows Ukraine leader wanted Trump to attend inauguration By Trump
November 15, 2019
Ukraine’s incoming president, Volodymyr Zelensky, repeatedly asked President Trump to attend his inauguration during their first phone call in April, according to a White House rough transcript of the call released Friday.“At a very minimum, we’ll have a great representative,” Trump says after the first invite from Zelensky. The Ukrainian president then offers the invitation… […]
Red Sox manager bows out of White Dwelling stop by around president’s Puerto Rico remarks By Trump
May 6, 2019
Amid ongoing criticism over relief funding and the Trump administration's handling of hurricane-related devastation in Puerto Rico, the Boston Rex Sox will now be one leader shy of a full team when the World Series champions visit the White House on Thursday to celebrate their historic 2018 season. Interested in Donald Trump? Add Donald Trump… […]
Boris Johnson Follows Donald Trump’s Lead On Immigration, Unveiling Plans For Major Crackdown By Trump
November 19, 2019
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson appears to have taken a page from President Donald Trump's election playbook, promising to oversee a widespread immigration crackdown at Britain's borders if he remains in power.With Britain's general election just weeks away, Johnson has unveiled a string of immigration reforms his Conservative party would put into place if he… […]
On Three-Year Anniversary of Election, Polls Say Most Americans Disapprove of Trump By Trump
November 18, 2019
Three years after he was elected, opinion poll averages show that a majority of Americans do not approve of President Donald Trump's presidency, and for most of his tenure, a plurality of people have consistently disapproved of his job performance.In averages of numerous polls available on RealClearPolitics since his January 2017 inauguration, Trump's job approval… […]
