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Liberals Beg For An FBI Investigation, And Then Are Unhappy With The Results
The Democrats demanded an FBI investigation into the allegations levied by Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, Deborah Ramirez and Julie Swetnick against Brett Kavanaugh and then called it a sham when they couldn't find corroborating evidence. Arizona Senator Jeff Flake made Democrats' dream come true at the last minute.
Democratic Senator Suggests Kavanaugh Nomination Will Result in Women Being Put in Jail for Abortion
On the eve of Judge Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation vote, Connecticut Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy told Chris Matthews on MSNBC a year from now, "Brett Kavanaugh will be the deciding vote to criminalize abortion." While discussing Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins' decision to vote yes on Judge Kavanaugh, Murphy said, "I have a great amount of respect for Senator Collins, but I just think she is going to be sorely disappointed when a year from now Brett Kavanaugh writes the decision overturning Roe v.
Kavanaugh all but assured of surviving Supreme Court fight
Brett Kavanaugh seems assured of surviving a Supreme Court nomination fight for the ages after two wavering senators said they'd back him despite weeks of shocking accusations, hardball politics and rowdy Capitol protests. Announcements by Republican Susan Collins of Maine and Democrat Joe Manchin of West Virginia that they'll support the conservative jurist made Saturday's confirmation vote a formality, an anticlimactic finale to a battle that riveted the nation for nearly a month.
Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski Reveals She Will Not Support Brett Kavanaugh
Alaska Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski announced she will not be voting for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh while speaking on the Senate floor Friday night. "Mr. President, I think we saw from the vote earlier today, we've seen from statements from several of our colleagues that it does appear that Judge Kavanaugh will be seated on the Supreme Court without my vote," Murkowski stated.
Kavanaugh’s victory is a big win for conservatives
The Senate narrowly confirmed embattled nominee Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court Saturday, cementing the conservative majority on the nation's highest court after a bitter confirmation battle that left the Senate bruised and the nation divided. The disunion was evident in the 50-48 vote that put Kavanaugh on the court - a historically narrow margin - and in the screams of the protesters yelling, "Shame!" inside the chamber as the roll call was tallied.
Grassley suggests lack of women on Judiciary is because ‘it’s a lot…
Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley on Friday suggested the lack of women on the committee was due to its heavy workload, but later said the committee is a lot of work for male senators as well. When asked why there aren't more female senators on the committee, the Iowa Republican said: "Well, it's a lot of work.
Latest: McDonald relative thanks prosecutors for verdict
The Latest on the murder trial of white Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald : A relative of Laquan McDonald is thanking prosecutors for the second-degree murder conviction of the white Chicago police officer who shot the black teenager in 2014. The Rev.
Latest: Legal expert: Van Dyke could get 6 years in prison
The Latest on the murder trial of white Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke in the shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald : One legal expert says a white Chicago police officer is likely looking at less than 10 years in prison for killing a black teenager rather than decades because jurors opted to convict him of second-degree murder and not first-degree murder. Steve Greenberg has defended clients at more than 100 murder trials.
John Roughan: Creeps don’t change – Kavanaugh still the frat boy
About 3000 demonstrators have gathered outside the Supreme Court to protest Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the nation's highest court. A hospital emergency room is not the ideal place to watch one of the most important events of our time.
The crime of being a man
Back in the mid-1970s, when I was an undergraduate at North Carolina State University, Germaine Greer, author of The Female Eunuch and militant feminist, came to our campus to speak. During her speech, she relentlessly disparaged all men, asserting that every one of them wanted to rape women, but that most had not yet acted on that impulse.
Meet Young Kim, an Asian American immigrant woman running for Congress under Trump’s Republican Party
Former California Assemblywoman Young Kim, who's running for the 39th Congressional District, meets with supporters at her new campaign office in Rowland Heights. Former California Assemblywoman Young Kim, who's running for the 39th Congressional District, meets with supporters at her new campaign office in Rowland Heights.
Collins and Murkowski offer contrast on Kavanaugh vote
Longtime friends and Republican senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins displayed vastly different styles Friday, reaching opposite conclusions on the crucial question of Judge Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court. Murkowski, in her fourth term representing Alaska, quietly uttered a single word - "no" - as she turned against President Donald Trump's choice for a seat on the high court.
Farragut principal surprised by school for 30-year milestone in education
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Gina Byrd has served as principal at Farragut Primary School for six years now, but she's been in hte education profession for 30 everyone from her entire school to her congressman made sure she marked the occasion with a surprise.
Kavanaugh fight has given Republicans a boost; how long it lasts will be key
A month ago, an unsigned op-ed in the New York Times portrayed President Trump as an incompetent surrounded by officials, like the unnamed writer, determined to thwart his worst instincts. The writing enraged the president, dominated headlines and could, commentators said, affect the midterm elections.
Walker would welcome Trump during hardest gubernatorial race
Gov. Scott Walker, reiterating that he's in the toughest race for governor in his career, said Friday he would welcome a visit from President Donald Trump to help him out even as polls show most Wisconsin voters disapprove of the job Trump is doing. Walker told reporters after a stop at Automation Components Inc. that he's said "100 times" he would be glad if Trump visited, even while admitting that anger over politics in Washington is fueling his opponents.
Heitkamp says no to Kavanaugh, citing temperament
North Dakota Sen. Heidi Heitkamp's decision to vote against Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court defies her state's heavy support for President Donald Trump, but could boost the vulnerable Democrat's standing with independents and women. In a politically fraught decision Thursday just a month before the Nov. 6 election, Heitkamp cited concerns about the federal judge's temperament in announcing her opposition.
Remember This in November
The Democrats have been committed to opposing Judge Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court since Justice Kennedy announced his retirement. Senators Mazie Hirono and Kamala Harris announced their opposition before the nominee's name was released.
Tennessee Senate Dem hopeful says he supports Kavanaugh
Democratic candidate and former Gov. Phil Bredesen speaks at the 2018 Tennessee U.S. Senate Debate against Republican U.S. Rep. Marsha Blackburn at Cumberland University Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018, in Lebanon, Tenn.
Trump lashes out at Capitol Hill protesters
President Donald Trump lashed out Friday at female protesters who have confronted senators over Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, labeling them "rude elevator screamers" and "paid professionals only looking to make Senators look bad." Trump's tweet Friday came before a crucial Senate vote on Kavanaugh, who stands accused of a high school-era sexual assault.