ICANN is already under foreign government influence: the proof is in the pudding

After I published my last online article here on The Hill , titled ' Would the Internet Transition Impact the 2016 Election? , the issue has sparked many debates on this important subject that worries all of us - if an "independent ICANN" would be subject to future government capture. Penny Pritzker ICANN is already under foreign government influence: the proof is in the pudding Obama administration officials ramp up push for Pacific pact Overnight Cybersecurity: FBI probes possible hack of Dems' phones 's voiced her pro transition opinion in defense of an organization under her watch, the NTIA, which has pushed the transition without any 'legal' mandate, as noted by its own head Lawrence Strickling, during his testimony in 2015.

Even politicians love Patti LaBellea s famous pies

Patti LaBelle is running late. But no one here seems to mind. The crowd of staffers, members, Walmart execs and the lucky legislative aide who happened to get "the email," are too busy rubbernecking the passed trays carrying slices of sweet potato pie to notice that the woman of the hour is missing.

State officials approve $100,000 settlement in death of 4-year-old boy

A bipartisan council of top legislative leaders and Gov. Sam Brownback on Friday approved a $100,000 settlement inspired by a federal lawsuit against a state agency alleging culpability in child-custody decisions leading to the beating death of a 4-year-old boy. The State Finance Council voted unanimously to authorize payment to the mother of Mekhi Boone, who was killed by his father in 2013.

Chicago Tribune backs Libertarian Gary Johnson

The Chicago Tribune, a Windy City newspaper that historically backs Republican candidates, endorsed Libertarian Gary Johnson on Friday, calling him "practical," "agile" and "experienced." "Libertarians Gary Johnson of New Mexico and running mate William Weld of Massachusetts are agile, practical and, unlike the major-party candidates, experienced at managing governments," the paper said.

Stephen Colbert Takes Aim At ‘Aging Clown Without Makeup’ Gary Johnson

" The Late Show " host turned the spotlight firmly on the Libertarian presidential candidate, who he said may attract votes from those disenchanted with Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton and the GOP's Donald Trump . "Libertarians have long been waiting for a smart respectable candidate to represent their values," Colbert said, before mockingly adding, "and the wait continues."

Louisiana tries to revive Planned Parenthood funding cut

Attorneys for the state of Louisiana are trying to revive the state's Medicaid funding cut for Planned Parenthood clinics. Earlier this month, a three-judge panel of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld an injunction blocking the cut, which would have kept needy Louisiana women from getting non-abortion services at Planned Parenthood facilities.

Congress Finally Passes Zika Funding Bill; Provides $1.1 Billion

More than eight months after the White House first asked for it, Congress has finally agreed on some funding to help fight the Zika virus and study its effects. President Barack Obama signed stopgap spending bill Thursday.

USA Today urges voters to oppose Trump

The USA Today editorial board for the first time is taking sides in a presidential race - but it's not asking voters to back a specific candidate, but rather oppose Donald Trump. The USA Today editorial board wrote Thursday it was moved to oppose Trump - the first such move in its 34-year history - because of what it calls the unique danger he presents.

White House lashes out at Congress after 9/11 bill vote

The White House lashed out at Congress on Thursday, a day after Republicans and Democrats overwhelmingly overrode President Barack Obama's veto of a bill to allow families of 9/11 victims to sue Saudi Arabia. The White House turned to mockery as top GOP leaders expressed buyer's remorse and vowed to fix the bill.

Opinion: 10 ways Trump could win next debate

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump shakes hands with Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton at the first presidential debate on Monday, September 26. Clinton, 68, is the first woman to lead a presidential ticket for one of the major political parties. She has been a U.S. senator and secretary of state.

Gridlock in Congress may presage more of the same to come

A bitterly divided Congress adjourned Thursday for the election, having accomplished little more than the bare minimum, with lawmakers looking ahead to a lame-duck session and a weighty to-do list already piling up for next year. A must-pass spending bill, agreed to after an unnecessarily protracted struggle and repeated rounds of partisan finger-pointing, extends government funding until Dec. 9 and addresses the Zika crisis with $1.1 billion months after President Barack Obama initially requested federal aid.

The most irrelevant VP picks in modern history?

The vice presidential debate Tuesday could carry with it the same impact that Republican Mike Pence and Democrat Tim Kaine have each brought to their respective tickets: inconsequential. Political experts have said for years that voters make their choice based solely on presidential candidates and not the No.

No GOP leaders attending Shimon Peres funeral

Republican congressional leaders will not be joining President Obama's bipartisan delegation to attend Friday's state funeral for former Israeli President Shimon Peres. Both House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and Minority Whip Steny Hoyer joined the U.S. presidential delegation, which departed Thursday afternoon for Jerusalem.

Zelizer: How smart is Trump on taxes?

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump shakes hands with Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton at the first presidential debate on Monday, September 26. Clinton, 68, is the first woman to lead a presidential ticket for one of the major political parties. She has been a U.S. senator and secretary of state.

Grace Notes: Louisiana flood aid a rare reason for hope out of Washington

President Barack Obama shakes hands with Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards, accompanied by Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., after making a statement about the flooding following a tour of Castle Place, a flood-damaged area of Baton Rouge, La., Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2016. Obama is making his first visit to flood-ravaged southern Louisiana as he attempts to assure the many thousands who have suffered damage to their homes, schools and businesses that his administration has made their recovery a priority.

Official says failure in Syria may leave Russia in quagmire

A senior State Department official says the failure of a cease-fire in Syria poses serious consequences for Moscow and gives the United States leverage. During a congressional hearing Thursday, Antony Blinken says if the civil war in Syria escalates, Russia may become stuck in a quagmire and also will be seen as complicit with Syrian President Bashar Assad in the slaughter of Sunni Muslims.