Kavanaugh would be ‘worst nightmare’ for gun reform, California Democrats say

President Donald Trump nominated Judge Brett Kavanaugh to replace Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy on Monday night. Born in Washington, D.C., Kavanaugh has served as a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit since 2006.

2020 White House contendersrace to oppose Trump s pick

Several Democratic senators considered contenders for the partyA s 2020 White House nomination quickly came out in opposition to Brett Kavanaugh, President TrumpA s Supreme Court pick. Democratic Sens. Cory Booker , Kamala Harris and Kirsten Gillibrand were among the senators who said on Monday night that they would oppose Kavanaugh.

What they’re saying in Maryland about SCOTUS nominee Brett Kavanaugh

Judge Brett Kavanaugh speaks to the crowd after U.S. President Donald Trump nominated him to the Supreme Court during a ceremony in the East Room of the White House July 9, 2018 in Washington, D.C. ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS ** Judge Brett Kavanaugh speaks to the crowd after U.S. President Donald Trump nominated him to the Supreme Court during a ceremony in the East Room of the White House July 9, 2018 in Washington, D.C. ** OUTS - ELSENT, FPG, TCN - OUTS ** President Donald Trump nominated Marylander Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court on Monday evening.

Judge denies US claim on 2 of 3 California immigration laws Source: AP

A judge on Monday dismissed the federal government's claim that U.S. law trumps two California laws intended to protect immigrants who are in the country illegally, affirming his ruling last week that California was within its rights to pass two of its three so-called sanctuary laws. U.S. District Judge John Mendez rejected the U.S. government's argument on two of the laws that the U.S. Constitution gives the federal government pre-eminent power over states to regulate immigration.

Brett Kavanaugh no stranger to D.C. legal, political circles Source: Cox Media Group

As President Donald Trump on Monday night selected federal appeals court judge Brett Kavanaugh for a vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court, Mr. Trump not only tapped a judge considered to have a strong conservative credentials, but also one whose roots run deep in Washington, D.C., in both the political and legal arena. "Judge Kavanaugh has impeccable credentials, unsurpassed qualifications and a proven commitment to equal justice under law," the President said in the East Room of the White House.

New Mexico candidate for governor pledges not to raise taxes

The Republican candidate for governor of New Mexico has signed a pledge to oppose any tax increases if elected, even as the state struggles to shore up its credit rating and address public pension liabilities. Congressman and gubernatorial contender Steve Pearce confirmed Monday his commitment to conservative activist Grover Norquist's famous pledge against any net tax increases if elected governor.

Jacob Rees-Mogg says former Foreign Secretary will make an excellent Prime Minister

We the people: Bill and Hillary Clinton fly commercial TWICE in one weekend as the former president is spotted mingling with the masses while his wife hides away with Secret Service detail Male nurse, 24, dies after falling 500ft at Grand Canyon when he climbed over a railing to get a better view 'Go back to your country': Mexican grandfather, 92, beaten with a brick by a mother and four men who were 'upset he accidentally bumped into a little girl' Tab Hunter, the 1950s Hollywood icon who starred in Damn Yankees and dated Psycho star Anthony Perkins, dies at age 86 Canadian park ranger is severely mauled by a grizzly bear and survives after he managed to break free from the animal's jaws and drive himself to the hospital PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Just married! Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer and new husband Francesco are the picture of wedded bliss as they flash their rings during day out ... (more)

Thai cave boy grandmother says he would love to see England in final

We the people: Bill and Hillary Clinton fly commercial TWICE in one weekend as the former president is spotted mingling with the masses while his wife hides away with Secret Service detail Male nurse, 24, dies after falling 500ft at Grand Canyon when he climbed over a railing to get a better view PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Just married! Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer and new husband Francesco are the picture of wedded bliss as they flash their rings during day out in New York, after tying the knot at her mother's Long Island home Trapped Thai boy who wore England shirt in cave would go 'crazy with happiness' if Three Lions took home the World Cup The grandmother of the Thai boy wearing a red England football shirt in the cave said yesterday he would go 'crazy with happiness' to see them play in the World Cup final.

Russian train driver terrifies couple walking on tracks

We the people: Bill and Hillary Clinton fly commercial TWICE in one weekend as the former president is spotted mingling with the masses while his wife hides away with Secret Service detail Male nurse, 24, dies after falling 500ft at Grand Canyon when he climbed over a railing to get a better view PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Just married! Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer and new husband Francesco are the picture of wedded bliss as they flash their rings during day out in New York, after tying the knot at her mother's Long Island home Train drivers collapse in hysterics after scaring the living daylights out of couple strolling down the tracks by blasting their horn when just yards behind At best, you will save yourself from a grisly end.

Missouri Republican seizes on SCOTUS vacancy in new ad

A Missouri Republican is warning voters that "our way of life is at risk" in a new television ad that seizes on the Supreme Court vacancy to mobilize voters against Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill. The ad campaign, among the first of its kind in the fight for control of Congress this fall, underscores the immediate political impact of the Supreme Court nomination debate.

Window and neon sign smashed at gay landmark Stonewall Inn

Despite its heroes' diminutive size, "Ant-Man and the Wasp" opened with typical Marvel might at the box office, with an estimated $76 million in ticket sales. Despite its heroes' diminutive size, "Ant-Man and the Wasp" opened with typical Marvel might at the box office, with an estimated $76 million in ticket sales.