Rebuking Obama, Trump boosts Keystone XL, Dakota pipelines

President Donald Trump moved swiftly Tuesday to advance the controversial Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines, signing executive actions to aggressively overhaul America's energy policy and deal a sharp blow to Barack Obama's legacy on climate change. Obama had personally halted the Keystone XL project, which was to bring oil from Canada to the U.S., and major protest demonstrations have frozen work on the Dakota pipeline.

Congress Is Opening the Door to ‘Alternative Facts’ in Budget Policy

Shortly after President Donald Trump's inauguration, Counselor to the President Kellyanne Conway claimed that false statements coming from the White House were actually "alternative facts." The new administration's disregard for the truth is concerning on many levels, but it is particularly problematic for sound budget policy, which requires an honest evaluation of the cost of new legislation and the nation's overall fiscal health.

Belgians, Dutch join in opposing Trumpa s anti-abortion plans

Belgium is joining the Netherlands in backing the creation of an international fund to finance access to birth control, abortion and sex education for women in developing countries in an attempt to make up for U.S. President Donald Trump's ban on U.S. funding. Alexander De Croo, Belgium's minister for foreign trade and development, says he is fully behind the initiative of his Dutch counterpart to set up an international fund for safe abortions.

So long, TPP: Trump exits partnership for new course on trade

President Donald J. Trump on Monday canceled U.S. participation in the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a trade organization that had been made up of 12 nations, including some of America's most important trading partners. Members included Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore and Vietnam as well as the United States.

Books on Trump prove tough sell in Japan – so far

Dozens of books bearing U.S. President Donald Trump's face on its cover have been piling up at bookstores across the nation since his stunning victory in November. But sales so far have been lackluster compared to how former President Barack Obama-related books did when he assumed the presidency in 2009, according to bookstores and publishers.

The Latest: Senator predicts smooth path for VA nominee

The chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee is predicting a smooth path to confirmation for David Shulkin, President Donald Trump's choice to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. Sen. Johnny Isakson met with Shulkin on Tuesday.

House passes bill to bar federal funds for abortion

Emboldened by a Republican in the White House, the GOP-led House on Tuesday backed legislation that would permanently bar federal funds for any abortion coverage. The measure, which passed 238-183, would also block tax credits for some people and businesses buying abortion coverage under former President Barack Obama's health care law.

Trump invites Indian PM to White House

President Trump invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the White House later this year during a phone call Tuesday, according to the White House. The two leaders discussed ways to build closer ties between the U.S. and India on the economy, the fight against terrorism and other defense issues in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a read out of the call.

Trump inauguration performer Chrisette Michele expresses disappointment at not actually meeting him

Chrisette Michele, one of Donald Trump 's most controversial inauguration performers, has expressed her disappointment at not actually meeting the US President at the event. The Grammy-winning R&B and soul singer sang at the Make America Great Again! Welcome Celebration concert that took place last week , a day before Trump's inauguration.

Trump says he’ll announce Supreme Court nominee next week

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he will announce a candidate next week to fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court. "We will pick a truly great Supreme Court justice," Trump told reporters who asked about the vacancy as the president signed paperwork to advance construction of the Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines.

Senate Democrats to propose $1 trillion infrastructure plan

Senate Democrats on Tuesday will propose spending $1 trillion on transportation and other infrastructure projects over 10 years in an attempt to engage President Donald Trump on an issue where they hope to find common ground. Details of the plan provided to The Associated Press include $200 billion for a "vital infrastructure fund."

10 ways the media described Trump’s ‘false,’…

Question: How many ways can the media describe President Trump's assertion on Monday that widespread voter fraud cost him the popular vote in November's election? Here is a list of words and phrases used in headlines to chracterize a claim that Trump has made before and repeated during a meeting with members of Congress: The blank represents headlines that basically just stated what Trump said, without judging the veracity of his charge. A few examples: Whether and how to push back when Trump says something untrue is an ongoing question for news outlets.

Smith ban on abortion funding up again in the House1 hour, 1 minute | New Jersey

The bill would ban the use of federal money for abortion, including in insurance subsidized through the Affordable Care Act. Smith ban on abortion funding up again in the House The bill would ban the use of federal money for abortion, including in insurance subsidized through the Affordable Care Act.

Trump undercuts bipartisan effort with voter fraud claim

President Donald Trump will sign orders Tuesday to advance the construction of the Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines, a pair of projects that were blocked by the Obama administration due in part to environmental concerns. Trump is to sign the orders Tuesday, according to a person with knowledge of the decision.