GOP and Dems emphasize compromise in forging immigration deal

Members of both political parties are emphasizing a need for compromise on immigration negotiations, amid pressure to reach a deal on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. The calls for compromise follow the White House's proposed immigration framework, which would give 1.8 million undocumented immigrants a pathway to citizenship.

Continue reading President seeking a reset with address

Beset by poor poll numbers and the grind of the Russia investigation, President Donald Trump will look to reset his term with his first State of the Union address, arguing that his tax cut and economic policies will benefit all Americans. The theme of his Tuesday night address to Congress and the country is "Building a safe, strong and proud America," and the president is looking to showcase accomplishments of his first year while setting the tone for the second.

Around the remote: Chuck Barney’s TV picks for Jan. 28-Feb. 3

DON'T MISS: The 60th Annual Grammy Awards - Yes, they'll hand out plenty of shiny trophies during "music's biggest night," but it's the performances we mostly crave. Hosted by James Corden and airing from New York's Madison Square Garden, this year's show includes appearances by Kendrick Lamar, Elton John, Miley Cyrus, Kesha, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Little Big Town, Sam Smith, U2, Pink, Khalid and many others.

Advocates invited by Blumenthal, Murphy to Trump’s State of the Union

To continue reading this premium story, you need to become a member. Click below to take advantage of an exclusive offer for new members: In this Feb. 28, 2017, file photo, President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington.

Trump to deliver first State of the Union address

US President Donald Trump will deliver his first State of the Union address on Tuesday, RT's Washington Correspondent Brian O'Donovan looks ahead. Article II, Section 3 of the US Constitution states that the President " shall from time to time give to Congress information of the State of the Union and recommend to their consideration such measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient."

Casino mogul Steve Wynn resigns as RNC finance chair amid sexual assault allegations

The billionaire CEO of Las Vegas-based Wynn Resorts was reported to have engaged in sexual misconduct with company employees over decades. President Trump is set to deliver his first State of the Union Tuesday, but, for many of the President's political opponents, the real State of the Union will be Monday night.

Congresswoman invites detaineesa wife to Trump speech

U.S. Rep. Nydia Velazquez has invited the wife of detained immigrant rights activist Ravi Ragbir to President Donald Trump's State of the Union address. Ragbir was in federal custody Saturday, several weeks after he was handcuffed and arrested during a routine check-in with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.

Amid turmoil, Trump seeking a reset with State of the Union

Beset by poor poll numbers and the grind of the Russia investigation, President Donald Trump will look to reset his term with his first State of the Union address, arguing that his tax cut and economic policies will benefit all Americans. The theme of his Tuesday night address to Congress and the country is "Building a safe, strong and proud America," and the president is looking to showcase accomplishments of his first year while setting the tone for the second.

Sen. Young invites two Hoosiers to State of the Union

A Windfall woman and the bank that employs her are being cited as beneficiaries of the federal tax overhaul and have been invited to attend President Donald Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday. Chelsee Hatfield plans to use her forthcoming raise and bonus to help pay for classes toward an associate's degree at Indiana Wesleyan University, as well as her children's future college expenses.

House Democrats to bring a Dreamers,a sexual assault victims to…

Several House Democrats will bring Dreamers as guests to next Tuesday's State of the Union Address, a move that comes as the White House announced it will present a new immigration framework to Congress Monday that offers a pathway to citizenship for as many as 1.8 million children brought to the U.S. illegally. At least 24 House Democrats will bring a Dreamer to watch from the House gallery as President Donald Trump delivers his first State of the Union speech, according to a list a congressional official provided to ABC News.

House Democrats to bring – Dreamers,’ sexual assault victims to…

Several House Democrats will bring Dreamers as guests to next Tuesday's State of the Union Address, a move that comes as the White House announced it will present a new immigration framework to Congress Monday that offers a pathway to citizenship for as many as 1.8 million children brought to the U.S. illegally. At least 24 House Democrats will bring a Dreamer to watch from the House gallery as President Donald Trump delivers his first State of the Union speech, according to a list a congressional official provided to ABC News.

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President Donald Trump is aiming to use Tuesday's State of the Union address to note the economic progress under his watch and push for bipartisanship with Democrats on issues such as rebuilding roads and bridges. President Donald Trump is aiming to use Tuesday's State of the Union address to note the economic progress under his watch and push for bipartisanship with Democrats on issues such as rebuilding roads and bridges.

Trump plans to sign order keeping Guantanamo open

News selected on topics and regions - oil and gas, business, politics, IT, the South Caucasus, the Caspian Sea region, Central Asia Ranking of the Azerbaijani banking sector CONTACT US E-MAIL: sales@trend.az PHONES: + 994 12 437 18 46 Azad Abdulrahimzade: +994 50 669-48-84 Aybeniz Askerova: +994 50 677-42-28 President Donald Trump is preparing to sign an executive order that would reverse an Obama-era directive to close the military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, according to a draft document obtained by POLITICO . Trump is expected to announce plans to sign the order during his State of the Union speech on Tuesday, or in the days before or after the address, a person familiar with the issue said.

Downey, Amoo and Schneider 2018 Chamber Award winners

The Scottsbluff-Gering United Chamber of Commerce held their annual banquet Thursday night and announced the winners of their three community service awards. First State Ba... -- In a lawsuit filed Thursday in New York federal court, Harvey Weinstein's former assistant Sandeep Rehal said she "was forced to work in a pervasive and se... -- There are a few undisputed truths that most people agree on: The sky is blue, one plus one equals two and Earth is round.

Trump’s Draft Public Works Plan Asks Cities, States to Pony Up

Half of the federal money in President Donald Trump's promised $1 trillion infrastructure plan would go for a new incentive program to encourage states and localities to secure their own funding for projects, according a draft copy of principles obtained by Bloomberg News. A quarter of the federal funding would provide grants for rural transportation, broadband and other projects, while 10 percent would go for "transformational" projects that can't secure financing because they're so unique.

As government shutdown negotiations continue, Congress risks giving America a case of the Mondays

The federal government shutdown has entered its second day and lawmakers remain stymied on even a short-term funding solution - a standoff that could drag on into the start of the work week on Monday. The legislative impasse could impact thousands of federal workers and the citizens they serve, as staffing at most agencies would be cut to a fraction of normal levels.