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Scores of people have spoken against the Trump administration's plan to roll back car-mileage standards at a hearing in California that ended earlier than expected.
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Political feuding families long predate Trump
When politicians campaign for office, it's common to find family members by their side. These days, office-seekers might be advised to watch their backs.
Ben & Jerry’s creating “take back Congress” flavors
The founders of Ben & Jerry's ice cream in Bernie Sanders' home state are putting their ice cream expertise to work to support seven congressional candidates they call progressive. Vermont's Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield are working with political action committee MoveOn to create ice cream flavors that reflect each candidate.
However it turns out, the Kavanaugh controversy is a victory…
Ever since murmurings began to emerge that a woman had accused Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh of sexually assaulting her in high school, Kavanaugh's confirmation has been viewed as a referendum on the #MeToo movement. If Kavanaugh, who denies the accusation, is confirmed to the Supreme Court, this will - or so we're told - prove the movement has failed.
Kavanaugh makes defense in Fox News interview
Two women have accused Kavanaugh of inappropriate sexual behavior. He's now calling it "character assassination" and vowing to clear his name.
Press: Judge Kavanaugh must withdraw
Thursday's hearing, when Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and his accuser, Christine Blasey Ford, are scheduled to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee, promises more drama than any congressional hearing in decades. But, no matter what Kavanaugh and Ford tell the committee, one thing we've already learned: When it comes to sexual abuse, Republican senators are just as clueless today as they were in 1991, when Anita Hill raised her claims of repeated sexual harassment against Clarence Thomas.
Michigan AG alleges opponent lied about Nassar probe
Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette, the Republican nominee for governor, speaks about his prosecution of former sports doctor Larry Nassar on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, at the Kent County Republican Party headquarters in Grand Rapids, Mich.
6 Siblings of Arizona Congressman Paul Gosar Urge Voters to Back Opponent in Wild Political Ad
Siblings of Arizona Republican Congressman Paul Gosar have launched a very public, very powerful ad advising voters in the upcoming midterm election to choose their brother's opponent, Democrat David Brill. Six of the incumbent's siblings are seen in a new TV ad, appearing one after one to declare "Paul" is bad for Arizona.
Indicted congressman makes court appearance before midterms
U.S. Rep. Duncan Hunter, center, leaves court Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, in San Diego.
This is not politics as usual — it is political pyromania
One of the dubious advantages of a Supreme Court nomination battle is how it brings into the open some of the vicious, ideological arguments that are normally hidden by shame and discretion. That has certainly been true on the right, with some figures demonstrating a callousness toward the charge of attempted rape that would presumably change if their own children were even remotely threatened.
GOP senators defend Kavanaugh as exasperation mounts: ‘We’re in the Twilight Zone,’ Graham says
Supreme Court nominee is denying the sexual harassment allegations forcefully and his supporters are branding the new stories as purely political. Peter Doocy reports for 'Special Report.' Shortly after Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered a forceful defense of embattled Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh on the Senate floor, top Judiciary Committee Republicans on Monday sounded notes of both exasperation and defiance in the face of what they have characterized as last-minute "smears."
McConnell Says Kavanaugh Will Get Up-or-Down Vote
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh will receive an up-or-down vote in the Senate "in the near future." McConnell on Monday angrily denounced Democrats, accusing them of waging a "smear campaign" against Kavanaugh, President Donald Trump's nominee for the Supreme Court.
Rod Rosenstein to meet Trump Thursday as job hangs in balance
The White House delayed until at least Thursday a decision on the fate of Rod Rosenstein, the Justice Department official overseeing the Trump-Russia investigation, following chaotic hours of breathless and sometimes conflicting reports anticipating his imminent departure. His future hanging in the balance over revelations that he had discussed possibly secretly recording the president, Rosenstein expected to be fired as he headed for the White House on Monday for what was later described as a prescheduled meeting.
‘I will not be intimidated’: Kavanaugh vows to fight for…
In this Sept. 5, 2018, file photo, Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington.
Keystone XL developer plans to start construction in 2019
The developer of the Keystone XL oil pipeline plans to start construction next year, after a U.S. State Department review ordered by a federal judge concluded that major environmental damage from a leak is unlikely and could quickly be mitigated, a company spokesman said Monday. TransCanada spokesman Matthew John said the company remains committed to moving ahead with the project following years of reviews from federal and state regulators.
Police seek public’s help finding missing, endangered Elkhorn man
Police are asking for the public's help in finding a Walworth County man who is considered missing and endangered. The Wisconsin Department of Justice and the Walworth County Sheriff's Office said 56-year-old Arthur Johnsen was last seen Friday.
Kavanaugh case resonates with pain for those who suffer from sexual misconduct
Brett Kavanaugh represents the kind of guy I could have fallen for 35 years ago, at least on the surface. Clean-cut, well-schooled and of ample means, he would have been an enticing romantic prospect - next to impossible to find in the Central Valley farming community where I grew up.
Still employed, Rod Rosenstein to meet with Trump Thursday
After several reports of his impending firing or resignation, Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will meet with President Donald Trump on Thursday, the White House said. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said that Rosenstein and the president "had an extended conversation to discuss the recent news stories" at Rosenstein's request.
Key figures in the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, Supreme Court nominee
His accuser, Christine Blasey Ford, agreed to appear before the committee the same day to testify about the alleged assault, which she said took place during a high school party. A second person stepped forward to accuse Kavanaugh of an assault while in college.
Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein to meet Trump Thursday
President Donald Trump will meet with Rod Rosenstein Thursday after the deputy attorney general went to the White House Monday expecting to be fired. "At the request of Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, he and President Trump had an extended conversation to discuss the recent news stories," White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said in a statement.