One-party rule? California Democrats look to expand power
Gov. Gavin Newsom smiles at a campaign stop at Stakely's Barber Salon in Los Angeles. Newson is expected to easily top the field in the race for govenor, but form... .
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With Maple Syrup Tariff, Canada-US Trade Dispute Spills Beyond Metals
Canada's retaliation against U.S. President Donald Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs includes proposed duties on maple syrup, a nod to a national symbol and a powerful industry in the French-speaking province of Quebec that could hurt producers in Maine. While small in dollar value, the tariff shows how Canada's retaliation has turned a dispute over metals into a broader conflict, touching many sectors.
US Senator refused entry to facility holding migrants’ kids
A United States senator trying to gain access to a federal facility housing immigrant children in Texas near the Mexico border and talk to a supervisor has been turned away after police were summoned. U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, a Democrat from Oregon, told one of the police officers in Brownsville that U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions' team and the Office of Refugee Resettlement are trying to hide what's happening behind the doors of the former Walmart.
Democratic hope primary heralds return to relevance in Iowa
After nearly a decade of disappointing elections, Iowa Democrats hope the primary will begin what they acknowledge could be a slow return to relevance in what has historically been swing state dominated lately by Republicans. Democratic losses in four straight elections have handed the GOP most of the state's congressional delegation, both legislative chambers and the secretary of state's office.
Starbucks chairman Howard Schultz stepping down
Starbucks Corp. says Howard Schultz is stepping down as executive chairman this month of the coffee chain he joined more than 30 years ago. Schultz, who oversaw the transformation of Starbucks into a global chain with more than 28,000 locations, had left the CEO job at the company last year to focus on innovation and social impact projects.
The Latest: Sanders says ‘no one is above the law’
White House spokeswoman Sarah Huckabee Sanders is responding to questions about the president's assessment of his own powers, telling reporters, "Certainly no one is above the law." She's also defending Trump's assertion that the special counsel investigation into Russian election meddling is "totally UNCONSTITUTIONAL" - even though it is overseen by his administration's Justice Department.
African-American Music Appreciation Month
In 1979, President Jimmy Carter decreed that June would be Black Music Month. Each president since then has signed a proclamation recognizing the contributions of African American musicians and music.
The Latest: Swanson announces bid for Minnesota governor
The announcement Monday marks a shift for the Democrat, who in January said she intended to seek a fourth term as attorney general rather than run for governor. But she changed her mind after party activists at the state convention this weekend endorsed another candidate as attorney general who has criticized Swanson as too cautious.
Immigration fight, tension on tariffs await Congress’ return
This was supposed to be the quiet time on Capitol Hill, but Congress returns to work Monday facing a showdown in the House over immigration while Senate Republicans are trying to stop an all-out trade war after President Donald Trump's decision to impose import tariffs on close U.S. allies. Tensions are running particularly high as Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is threatening to cancel the traditional August recess as he fights Democratic opposition to GOP priorities in a show of busy-work before the midterm election.
Aide: EPA’s Pruitt sought used Trump-hotel mattress Source: AP
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Aide: EPA’s Pruitt sought used Trump hotel mattress
In this file photo, Scott Pruitt, administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, left, and President Donald Trump are shown in the Rose Garden of the White House on June 1, 2017, when Trump announced the U.S. would withdraw from the Paris climate pact. less In this file photo, Scott Pruitt, administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, left, and President Donald Trump are shown in the Rose Garden of the White House on June 1, 2017, when Trump announced the ... more In this Nov. 14, 2017 file photo, Rep. Trey Gowdy, R-S.C., questions Attorney General Jeff Sessions during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington.
1 Dead In Brewerytown Building Collapse
CBS 3 PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 20: U.S. Senate Republican candidate Pat Toomey and U.S. Senate Democratic candidate Congressman Joe Sestak debate at the National Constitution Center on October 20, 2010 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Recent Polls have the two candidates neck and neck with two weeks to Election Day.
Commerce Secretary absent at Heritage Foundation event sponsored by Taiwan Civil Government
On May 23 Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross skipped out of a Heritage Foundation event sponsored by Taiwan Civil Government. Ross was to talk about trade between the People's Republic of China and the United States along with other topics.
Ben Carson’s Visit And Crumbling Foundations: Everything You Need To Know
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson will visit a Willington home with a failing foundation after Sen. Chris Murphy invited him to look at the issue firsthand. Carson's visit to Vincent and Maggie Perracchio's home comes after years of lobbying by state officials, homeowners and federal representatives for government intervention in what many have called a natural disaster.
House farm bill restricts food stamp benefits, benefits billionaires
Provisions inside the delayed House farm bill would roll back restrictions on the wealthy obtaining federal farm subsidies, as well as allow extended family members to receive lucrative payments. The language has generated opposition both from fiscal conservatives who say the payments amount to welfare for wealthy people and critics who note that the same bill proposes new work requirements for participants in the federal food stamp program, SNAP.
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California primary holds promise and peril for Democrats as they seek to win House majority
Democrats have so many candidates running in key races, they fear voters will split the vote and allow only GOP contenders to advance to the general election. California primary holds promise and peril for Democrats as they seek to win House majority Democrats have so many candidates running in key races, they fear voters will split the vote and allow only GOP contenders to advance to the general election.
Avalon GloboCare Appoints Former Deputy Secretary of the U.S….
Avalon GloboCare Corp. , a leading global developer of cell-based technologies, announced today that the Company has appointed Dr. Tevi Troy, Former Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, to its Board of Directors where he will also chair the governance and nominating committees. Dr. Troy currently serves as Vice President of Public Policy for Juul Labs.
Axe-wielding Palestinian is shot dead while trying to breach Gaza border
What's eating Johnny Depp? After years of heavy living, a rumored cocaine habit and $30k a month binges on fine wine, fans fear for the health of the 'unrecognizable and sickly' 54-year-old hellraiser Pregnant woman is among five people shot at a football game in Dallas before medics perform emergency C-section to save her baby REVEALED: Facebook let SIXTY companies, including Apple and Amazon, have 'deep access personal data about users and their friends - and the controversial deals are STILL in place' Joe Biden and backers say he still ISN'T ruling out a 2020 presidential run - and will decide after midterm elections EXCLUSIVE PICTURES: Roseanne Barr is pictured looking disheveled outside her Utah home amid racism row as Michelle Wolf slams ABC for ever letting the 'lady Hitler' reboot her show Secrets of a pantry wizard: Mother-of-four who completely transformed her cupboard reveals ... (more)
Three key races to watch in Tuesday’s primaries — results will shape fall battle for Congress
The stakes are high in Tuesday's primaries, where voters will choose nominees in as many as 16 competitive House races from New Jersey to California. Three key races to watch in Tuesday's primaries -- results will shape fall battle for Congress The stakes are high in Tuesday's primaries, where voters will choose nominees in as many as 16 competitive House races from New Jersey to California.