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Earthquakes caused by fracking? Not hardly. That would be Gov. Sam Brownback rummaging through closets in the Capitol late at night looking for money.
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Justice, retirement systems among Daugaard’s top priorities
Gov. Dennis Daugaard enters his final two years in office aiming to tackle issues ranging from rising methamphetamine use to the solvency of the state retirement system. During the legislative session that starts Jan. 10, the Republican governor will likely be the final word on reshaping a voter-approved government ethics overhaul and deciding whether to restrict the bathrooms that transgender students use.
Senator McCain says U.S. stands with Ukraine against Russia
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko shakes hands with U.S. Senator John McCain during a meeting with Ukrainian servicemen in Shirokino settlement near Mariupol, Ukraine, December 31, 2016. Mikhail Palinchak/Ukrainian Presidential Press Service/Handout via Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko greets U.S. Senator John McCain during a meeting in Kiev, Ukraine, December 30, 2016.
California aims to take lead in giving marijuana industry access to financial services
In this Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2016 photo, Rolie Gonzalez III displays a branch of marijuana buds taken for a plant on the farm of grower Laura Costa, near Garberville. California hopes to take the lead in giving the cannabis industry access to banking services in 2017, with a new working group focused on finding a solution to ongoing conflicts between state and federal laws that force marijuana businesses to operate largely in cash.
After wild political year, Pa. looks ahead to 2017
Republicans will be jockeying to take on Democrats Gov. Tom Wolf and Sen. Bob Casey, who both seek reelection in 2018. After wild political year, Pa.
Confirmations, conservative agenda on tap for GOP panels
Confirming Donald Trump's presidential Cabinet tops the immediate agenda for the Senate committees and their Republican chairmen, who then will focus on fulfilling long-sought goals by implementing a conservative agenda. The Senate GOP hasn't officially selected its committee leaders, but this is who is expected to hold the top spots: APPROPRIATIONS: Longtime Mississippi Sen. Thad Cochran chairs the panel, which tries to work on a bipartisan basis while drafting 12 annual agency budget bills.
In 2017, GOP Congress sees mandate to undo Obamaa s agenda
Republicans' grip on all levers of power stands as a mandate to the GOP-led Congress, which will move swiftly to try to undo eight years of outgoing President Barack Obama's agenda. With Republican President-elect Donald Trump weeks away from assuming office, GOP lawmakers plan to open the 115th Congress on Tuesday and immediately take steps to repeal Obama's health care law.
McCain Calls For Hearing on Cyber Threats
Sen. John McCain is defining Russia's aggressive cyber activity and alleged hacking of the U.S. election as an "act of war." He has called for a Senate hearing next week to address the threat.
In 2017, GOP Congress sees mandate to undo Obama’s agenda
" Republicans' grip on all levers of power stands as a mandate to the GOP-led Congress, which will move swiftly to try to undo eight years of outgoing President Barack Obama's agenda. With Republican President-elect Donald Trump weeks away from assuming office, GOP lawmakers plan to open the 115th Congress on Tuesday and immediately take steps to repeal Obama's health care law.
Hurricane, drought, officer deaths among state’s top stories
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Massachusetts Democrats hope to tie GOP Gov. Baker to Trump
Massachusetts Democrats are hoping to take a notch out of Republican Gov. Charlie Baker's sky-high popularity numbers by lashing him to Donald Trump's incoming administration. In a series of tweets and in an online petition, the Massachusetts Democratic Party has called on Baker to denounce a string of top Trump advisers and Cabinet picks.
Indiana Covering Up Details Of Trump/Carrier Bribery Deal
The government in the state of Indiana is covering up the details of the deal announced by Donald Trump to have Carrier keep jobs there. The Washington Post reports that in response to an open records request filed by the paper, details of the so-called Carrier "deal" are being kept under lock and key.
Thanks To Russia, 2016 Isn’t Really Going To End For Obama And Trump
President Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin pose for the media before a bilateral meeting at United Nations headquarters on Sept. 28, 2015.
Gazette chooses 2016 top stories
Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump greets supporters as he exits the Holiday Inn Express in Janesville following a rally on Tuesday, March 29. Trump's stop in Janesville marked his first visit to Wisconsin ahead of the April 5 primary. Jessica Warner-Reed wipes her eyes during her sentencing Wednesday, August 10, 2016, at the Rock County Courthouse in Janesville.
Surprise! Republicans Could Be on the Verge of Dismantling Medicare
House Speaker Paul Ryan and other Republican leaders have big plans to save Medicare that would involve a major overhaul to the program, including privatization. Even though most Republicans are on board, Ryan and others in favor of his plans are likely to face significant opposition to such a sweeping overhaul.
Trump gains steam in NH
The Granite State took its turn in the national spotlight this year with the first-in-the-nation presidential primary, a close presidential general election, and significant swings in state and local races. The January primary set the stage for Donald Trump with his first primary victory in the crowded Republican field.
Political analyst looks back on 2016, makes predictions on year ahead
He said Donald Trump presidency was the big unexpected of the year. So unexpected, Powell, just a year ago, didn't think he had a chance "Historically, Republican voters have focused on personalities early on.
Congress must act on voting rights
President-elect Donald Trump greets Sen. Jeff Sessions, Trump's picks for attorney general, during a thank you rally in Ladd-Peebles Stadium on Dec. 17 in Mobile, Alabama. In Sessions, Trump has found an ally to curtail minority voting rights.
Kellyanne Conway’s husband on short list for top US lawyer job
Trump adviser Kellyanne Conway says his supporters feel betrayed that Mitt Romney, a vocal Trump critic, is being considered for secretary of state. George Conway, a corporate attorney who is married to one of President-elect Donald Trump's senior advisers, is on the shortlist of candidates to be nominated as US solicitor general, two sources familiar with the process told CNN.
Trump’s deportation plan opposed by 3 GOP senators
Donald Trump's pledges to deport undocumented immigrants and build a U.S.-Mexico border wall helped fuel Republicans' surprising election victories, but they now face growing challenges from fellow party members.