The U.S. May Leave the U.N. Human Rights Council Over ‘Anti-Israel Bias’

The U.S. is expected to announce Tuesday that it may withdraw from the U.N. Human Rights Council, pending reforms to policies and removing what Washington views as a perceived "anti-Israel bias" among member states. that diplomats and activists are expecting U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley to deliver an ultimatum when she addresses members in Geneva for a three-week session.

James Comey approached AG Jeff Sessions with concerns about Trump

James Comey went to Attorney General Jeff Sessions to express his uneasiness about the president's direct contact with him. James Comey approached AG Jeff Sessions with concerns about Trump James Comey went to Attorney General Jeff Sessions to express his uneasiness about the president's direct contact with him.

Trump derides America’s air traffic control systems as ‘antiquated’, announces modernisation

US President Donald Trump signs principles of proposed reforms to the air traffic control system during an event at the White House in Washington, DC, U.S. June 5, 2017. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst US President Donald Trump announced modernisation of the country's 'outdated' air traffic control system to help reduce wait time, increase route efficiency and safety and ensure fewer delays.

State elections see infusion of first-time women candidates

Christine Lui Chen, a 36-year-old health care executive in New Jersey and mother of two small children, had never considered entering politics, focusing instead on her family, her career and her community. That all changed in January, 13 hours after she attended the Women's March on Washington.

Trump seeks legislative wins as clock ticks, Russia probe looms

President Donald Trump will huddle with congressional leaders on Tuesday, seeking to rev up a stalled legislative agenda as the summer break draws closer and a probe into Russian meddling in the 2016 election campaign grinds on. Elected pledging to overhaul the healthcare system and slash taxes, Trump has yet to notch a major legislative win, and time is running out before lawmakers leave Washington for August.

Trump proposes privatizing US air traffic control

In the first salvo in a week-long push to overhaul America's infrastructure, President Donald Trump on Monday announced a plan to privatize the nation's air traffic control system. In what he called an "air travel revolution," Trump promised the "really monumental reform" would deliver "cheaper, faster, and safer travel" as well as an economic boost that could be worth $25 billion to the economy.

Trump lays out plan to privatize air traffic control system

President Donald Trump outlined a plan on Monday to privatize the U.S. air traffic control system to modernize it and lower flying costs, but his proposal drew immediate criticism from Democrats who said it would hand control of a key asset to special interests and big airlines. Trump's proposal to spin off air traffic control from the Federal Aviation Administration was part of a weeklong White House focus on infrastructure.

N.D. energy community reacts to Paris Climate Accord decision

Last week, the U.S. did an about face on its position on climate change when President Donald Trump announced the country would no longer abide by the Paris Climate Accord. Members of the energy community were pleased by the president's actions last week saying it shows the industry finally has an ally in the White House.

Emanuel: Chicago will get same results on police reform without a judge’s oversight

Mayor Rahm Emanuel wants to sign a memorandum of agreement with Trump's Justice Department that would include an independent monitor of the Chicago Police Department but no court enforcement. Mayor Rahm Emanuel wants to sign a memorandum of agreement with Trump's Justice Department that would include an independent monitor of the Chicago Police Department but no court enforcement.

Contractor Reality Winner charged for NSA leak on Russian hacking of US election

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Trump to push for $1T for roads, bridges

President Donald Trump is launching a major push for a $1 trillion overhaul of the nation's roads and bridges, a key item on his domestic agenda that's gained little traction amid a slew of controversies that have engulfed the White House. Trump plans a series of events this coming week to highlight his effort to modernize American infrastructure - the highway, waterway, electrical and airway systems on which the nation operates.

White House: Trump wona t seek to block Comey testimony

President Donald Trump will not assert executive privilege to block fired FBI Director James Comey from testifying on Capitol Hill, the White House said Monday, setting the stage for a dramatic public airing of the former top law enforcement official's dealings with the commander in chief.

As Trump Criticizes Response to London Attacks, Key U.S. Security Jobs Remain Vacant

Following a tragic terror attack in London over the weekend, US president Donald Trump took to Twitter to berate the city's Muslim mayor, praise his own "travel ban," and call for the US to "get down to the business of security for our people." The business of security against terrorism is, in many ways, the responsibility of the federal government's executive branch.

Trudeau touts Canada-U.S. relationship on Live with Kelly and Ryan

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, left, speaks with Kelly Ripa, centre, and Ryan Seacrest during his appearance on Live with Kelly and Ryan in Niagara Falls, Ont., on June 5, 2017. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, left, speaks with Kelly Ripa, centre, and Ryan Seacrest during his appearance on Live with Kelly and Ryan in Niagara Falls, Ont., on June 5, 2017.