McCain, undergoing cancer treatment, to attend Italy forum
Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., poses for a picture with his wife Cindy, as they arrive at an economic workshop at the Villa d'Este in Cernobbio, Como Lake, Italy, Friday, Sept. 1, 2017.
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McCain to attend international forum in Italy
Republican Sen. John McCain, who has spent the summer undergoing treatment for brain cancer, will attend an international forum in Italy this weekend. That's the word from the Arizona senator's office, which said McCain will speak Saturday at the Ambrosetti Forum in Cernobbio in northern Italy.
Key Words: McCain rips ‘poorly informed’ Trump in blistering op-ed
Arizona Republican Sen. John McCain had some choice words for President Donald Trump in a blistering op-ed published just as Congress is getting ready to come back from vacation and face a host of important deadlines. The Washington Post op-ed is titled "It's time Congress returns to regular order," but it is McCain's knocks on Trump that are getting passed around on social media Friday.
Trump’s Harvey response soars compared to Bush’s Katrina
On August 29, 2005, monster Hurricane Katrina slammed into Louisiana and Mississippi. In the catastrophe that resulted, over 80% of New Orleans was flooded and 1,836 people in Louisiana and Mississippi died.
McCain returning to Senate next week and other news in brief
Sen. John McCain will return to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday after undergoing treatment for brain cancer over the past several weeks during the Senate's August recess.
John McCain’s family celebrates his 81st birthday
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Attacking fellow Republicans risky strategy for Trump
"Senators - who needs them? Most presidents try not to feud with members of Congress from their own party. But President Donald Trump is known for shredding the rulebook, so why would congressional etiquette be any different? The New York Times reported this week that Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell are feuding bitterly, if privately, save for the occasional tweet.
An outrageous pardon and a hollow Congress
So congressional Republicans decrying President Trump's Friday night pardon of former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio might as well save their breath. Unless they're willing to do something about it - through censure or impeachment, legal challenge or constitutional amendment - the ritual GOP scolding after each Trump affront to the rule of law is increasingly hollow.
Trump adviser defends Arpaio pardon as ‘pretty straightforward’
White House Homeland Security adviser Tom Bossert defended President Donald Trump 's controversial pardon of former Sheriff Joe Arpaio as "pretty straightforward." "I think it's pretty straightforward what the president did.
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'Money' Mayweather knocks out Conor McGregor in the tenth round - and insists $600MILLION 'fight of the century' will be his last as JLo, Leonardo DiCaprio and a host of stars look on One family's desperate fight to live through Harvey: Survivor says he 'didn't stand a chance' when his house blew apart in 130mph winds as one is confirmed dead, dozens hurt and flooding looms Texas prepares for 'catastrophic' floods as Hurricane Harvey stalls over the state and is set to dump 40 INCHES of rain Tied up and left to face the wrath of Harvey: Picture of abandoned dog that's breaking the hearts of Texans as flood waters rise Take cover! The moment a hawk flew into a taxi and refused to get out as Hurricane Harvey barreled towards Texas 'It's a 100 per cent loss': Mayor says Hurricane Harvey has completely wiped out parts of his Texas town and urges residents not to return 'Are you gonna take it ... (more)
Speaker Ryan: Trump Wrong to Pardon Controversial Sheriff
President Donald Trump, left, sits with House Speaker Paul Ryan on Capitol Hill in Washington during a "Friends of Ireland" luncheon, March 16, 2017. President Donald Trump should not have pardoned a former Arizona sheriff who was convicted of criminal contempt in a case of racial profiling, the Republican speaker of the House of Representatives, Paul Ryan, said on Saturday.
Arpaio’s pardon criticized by Republican lawmakers
President Donald Trump's pardon of former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio shows a lack of regard for an independent judiciary, say critics who note Trump's past criticism of federal judges, including the chief justice of the United States.
Arpaio, 85, hints at return to politics after pardon from Trump
Shortly after receiving a pardon from President Donald Trump, former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio hinted to local reporters he might return to politics. Arpaio told the Associated Press he wouldn't rule out running for office again, saying he would be "very active" politically, even at age 85. He had the same message for the state's largest newspaper.
Bondi man advertises flat to watch Mayweather vs McGregor
Floyd 'Money' Mayweather knocks out Conor McGregor in the tenth round - and insists $600MILLION 'fight of the century' will be his last as JLo, Leonardo Dicaprio and a host of stars look on ringside One family's desperate fight to live through Harvey: Survivor says he 'didn't stand a chance' when his house blew apart in 130mph winds as one is confirmed dead, dozens hurt and flooding looms Take cover! The moment a hawk flew into a taxi and refused to get out as hurricane Harvey barreled towards Texas Tied up and left to face the wrath of Harvey: Picture of abandoned dog that's breaking the hearts of Texans as flood waters rise 'Must be a Texas dog': German shepherd mix pictured carrying his own dog food the morning after Hurricane Harvey becomes an internet hero after the major storm 'I'm sick to my stomach': Mayor of Texas town says Hurricane Harvey left trailer park at '100 percent ... (more)
Critics: Trump pardon his latest affront to judiciary
In this Dec. 18, 2013, file photo, Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio speaks at a news conference at the Sheriff's headquarters in Phoenix, Ariz. President Donald Trump has pardoned former sheriff Joe Arpaio following his conviction for intentionally disobeying a judge's order in an immigration case.
Critics: Trump pardon his latest affront against judiciary
In this Jan. 26, 2016 file photo, then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is joined by Joe Arpaio, the sheriff of metro Phoenix, at a campaign event in Marshalltown, Iowa. President Donald Trump has pardoned former sheriff Joe Arpaio following his conviction for intentionally disobeying a judge's order in an immigration case.
Paul Ryan ‘does not agree’ with Arpaio pardon, spokesman says
House Speaker Paul Ryan disagrees with President Donald Trump's decision Friday to pardon Sheriff Joe Arpaio, his spokesman said Saturday. "The Speaker does not agree with this decision," spokesman Doug Andres said in a statement.
Paul Ryan a does not agreea with Arpaio pardon, spokesman says
"The Speaker does not agree with this decision," spokesman Doug Andres said in a statement. "Law enforcement officials have a special responsibility to respect the rights of everyone in the United States.
McCain SILENT When Obama Released Terrorists, But Lambastes President …
I find it exceedingly rich that John McCain has the utter gall to attack President Trump over pardoning Joe Arpaio. McCain was for closing Gitmo.
Trump makes a mess for Arizona GOP with Arpaio pardon
In just nine days, President Donald Trump might have badly hobbled Arizona Republicans headed into a competitive Senate race and hurt his own re-election prospects in the state. Trump's efforts to unseat Sen. Jeff Flake in the state's 2018 Republican primary have left Trump's allies confused and divided over which of several possible anti-Flake candidates should get their support.