Chief Justice Lee And TBA President Harbison Declare Seersucker Day On June 16

Declaring summer is officially here, Chief Justice Sharon Lee and Tennessee Bar Association President William L. Harbison, have issued a joint proclamation announcing Seersucker Day for the legal community on That date marks the annual Bench Bar luncheon, which will be held in Nashville as part of both the Tennessee Judicial Conference and ... (more)

Washington Times: Gary Johnson sets sights on 15 percent in polls, crucial spot on debate stage

"With an electorate totally disenchanted with the two major parties' offerings, Libertarian Party presidential nominee Gary Johnson has a unique chance to make a splash this year - and he's determined to do things differently than in his 2012 campaign. "Gone are the low-yield interviews with "internet radio" shows, and Mr. Johnson also says he'll probably skip out on trolling the Democratic and Republican conventions.

GOP brass chimes in on need for Trump to pick experienced VP

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said he has narrowed the list of potential vice presidential picks to four or five people with Washington experience, something two top Republicans say he needs in order to balance the ticket. House Speaker Paul Ryan , R-Wis., said in a radio interview with conservative pundit Hugh Hewitt Thursday that Trump needs a running mate who can both solidify the ticket and also more clearly define and articulate the policies Trump will enact if elected.

Senator requests probe of Tesla construction project

U.S. Sen. Charles Grassley asked four federal agencies to look at the visa status of more than 140 foreign workers on a construction project at Tesla's Fremont factory, in response to an investigation by this newspaper. Grassley requested the departments of Justice, State, Homeland Security and Labor investigate why Eastern European men were granted visas to do construction work that is broadly banned by immigration laws and could have been done by U.S. workers.

Kasich helping McCain raise funds

By Lilly Maier Gov. John Kasich today urged Republicans to donate money to the re-election of Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz. In an e-mail, Kasich praised his friendship with the "principled, commonsense conservative" McCain and highlighted McCain's fight against wasteful government spending and terrorists as well as his support for veterans.

Why the GOP Convention Is Looking Like A Game Of Thrones Wedding

At The Resurgent, Erick Erickson has this bit of insight on the impact of Donald Trump's erratic, bizarre and out-of-control behavior: GOP delegates Republicans who thought Trump could be controlled and reasoned with are finally starting to see the Trump that those of us who are against him have seen. The creep factor is intensifying as more Howard Stern stories come out.

Rubio Still Believes Trump Can’t Be Trusted With Nuclear Codes

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio said his opinions have not changed since he said he believed presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump could not be trusted with America's nuclear launch codes. "I stand by everything I said during the campaign," Rubio said during a Weekly Standard interview.

House OKs bill to ease Puerto Rico’s debt, Senate up next

To continue reading up to 10 premium articles, you must register , or sign up and take advantage of this exclusive offer: WASHINGTON - A rescue package for debt-stricken Puerto Rico has cleared a major hurdle in the House and now heads to the Senate just three weeks before the island owes a $2 billion debt payment to creditors. The House on Thursday passed legislation to create a financial control board and allow restructuring of some of Puerto Rico's $70 billion debt.

Kansas special education students caught in school funding dispute

Services for students with disabilities are among the many things Kansas education officials must solve amid the potential threat of school closures on July 1. TOPEKA - Services for students with disabilities are among the many things Kansas education officials must solve amid the potential threat of school closures on July 1. The state's Supreme ... (more)

School closing threat spurs move to cut Kansas courts’ power

In this June 1, 2016 file photo, Kansas' Vice President of the Senate Jeff King swings the gavel down to end the 2016 legislative session at the Kansas statehouse in Topeka, Kan. King is drafting a proposed constitutional amendment to prevent Kansas courts from shutting down public schools in lawsuits over education funding.

News Minute: Here is the latest Oklahoma news from The Associated Press at 5:40 a.m. CDT

A new Oklahoma law that will go into effect this summer will allow craft breweries to sell full-strength beer. The Oklahoman reports that Gov. Mary Fallin approved the law this week, allowing craft breweries to sell glasses of full-strength beer to visitors, as well as cans, bottles and growlers for customers to take home.

House OKs Bill to Ease Puerto Rico’s Debt, Senate up Next3 minutes ago

A rescue package for debt-stricken Puerto Rico has cleared a major hurdle in the House and now heads to the Senate just three weeks before the island owes a $2 billion debt payment to creditors. The House on Thursday passed legislation to create a financial control board and allow restructuring of some of Puerto Rico's $70 billion debt.

Unlikely Path for Foes Hoping to Dump Trump at Convention

It's exceedingly improbable, but not completely farfetched: Dismayed Republicans could still dump Donald Trump and find a different presidential nominee at their national convention next month. Once viewed as a political joke, the blunt-spoken billionaire has stormed to the cusp of becoming the GOP nominee.

Republicans wait to see if a disciplined Trump …Jun 10, 2016,

Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump gestures during a rally in Richmond, Va., Friday, June 10, 2016. The Associated Press Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump gestures during a rally in Richmond, Va., Friday, June 10, 2016.