Lawmakers seek to name clinic after Medal of Honor winner
Members of Louisiana's congressional delegation are seeking to rename a veteran's clinic in Lake Charles after a Medal of Honor winner who died in Vietnam.
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North Carolina residents consider fleeing as rivers rise
A pair of Trenton, North Carolina residents took a boat out to survey the damage after their hometown was inundated by floodwaters caused by Hurricane Florence. FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - The river seethed a quarter-mile away, bulging from its banks, so the patrol cars circled the neighborhood three times.
Showdown between Kavanaugh, accuser scheduled for next week
President Donald Trump defended his Supreme Court nominee in the face of allegations of sexual misconduct, calling him "an outstanding intellect." Trump said Kavanaugh's confirmation is still on track, though a "little delay" is possible.
A Red Wall to Tame the Blue Wave
How did this man get elected? Why do you still support him? How can you condone his rude tweets and personal attacks? How can you call yourself a Christian and support this lying, immoral man? These are just some of the questions Trump supporters are asked as the left does everything it can to resist, derail, and impeach President Trump. Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee brings some perspective, "Even if the best surgeon has a bad bedside manner, you still want him doing your surgery!" Trump is irreverent.
Bad BET: Kelly’s business tax increases
Molly Kelly is wrong about New Hampshire business taxes. As a state senator, Kelly staunchly opposed Republican efforts to lower New Hampshire's punishing business tax rates, as Kelly and her fellow Democrats argued doing so would would "blow a $90 million hole in the budget."
DeVos’ rocky Senate confirmation hearing turned into theater
Guns in schools to protect students from grizzly bears? Betsy DeVos endured yet another rocky confirmation hearing in the Senate to become education secretary - this time on a theater stage. In a play performed Monday at Washington's Arena Stage theater, about a dozen student actors from local high schools posed as frustrated Democrats and friendly Republicans to grill DeVos on the merits of public education, the role of the federal government in civil rights, and her family wealth.
Trump praises Kavanaugh, says everyone will be heard out Source: AP
President Donald Trump sided with his embattled Supreme Court nominee, defending Judge Brett Kavanaugh against allegations of sexual assault as the White House walked a fine line in addressing accusations that revived memories of the president's own #MeToo moments. Time and again, Trump has defended powerful men against the claims of women.
The Late Hit on Judge Kavanaugh
Upon the memory and truthfulness of Christine Blasey Ford hangs the Supreme Court nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh, his reputation, and possibly his career on the nation's second highest court. And much more.
The Charges Against Judge Kavanaugh Should Be Ignored
It is almost impossible to overstate the damage done to America's moral compass by taking the charges leveled against Judge Brett Kavanaugh seriously. Those who claim the charges against Judge Kavanaugh by Christine Blasey Ford are important and worth investigating, and that they ultimately, if believed, invalidate his candidacy for the U.S. Supreme Court are stating that: a) What a middle-aged adult did in high school is all we need to know to evaluate an individual's character -- even when his entire adult life has been impeccable.
Hearing sets up showdown between Kavanaugh and his accuser
Republicans on Monday abruptly called Brett Kavanaugh and the woman accusing him of sexual assault decades ago to testify publicly next week, grudgingly setting up a dramatic showdown they hoped would prevent the allegation from sinking his nomination to the Supreme Court. Senate leaders announced the move under pressure from fellow Republicans who wanted a fuller, open examination of the allegations from Christine Blasey Ford, a college professor in California.
Differences separate allegations against Kavanaugh, Thomas
In this Dec. 8, 2017, file photo, Anita Hill speaks at a discussion about sexual harassment in Beverly Hills, Calif. The sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh recall Hill's accusations against Clarence Thomas in 1991, but there are important differences as well as cautions for senators considering how to deal with the allegations.
Hassan, Shaheen seek nomination delay
Hassan and U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, both Democrats from New Hampshire, announced last week that they planned to vote against Kavanaugh, a U.S. Circuit Court judge nominated by President Donald Trump to be the next associate justice of the Supreme Court.
Immigrant Rights Groups Sue Feds Over ‘Second Wall’ Of Citizenship Applications Backlog
STUDIO CITY - A coalition of immigrant rights groups is suing the federal government over what they claim is an intentional delay of the processing of naturalization applications, creating a backlog that has ballooned since President Barack Obama was in office. The lawsuit against U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, filed by the National Partnership for New Americans, UnidosUS and OneAmerica, among others, was announced Monday, Citizenship Day.
The real Christine Blasey Ford
"Now I feel like my civic responsibility is outweighing my anguish and terror about retaliation," Christine Blasey Ford told the Washington Post . "Retaliation"! Au contraire, this will make your career.
Let’s not forget about Keith Ellison
The latest episode of "Borking" makes me as sick as the first one in 1987. Nevertheless, this is what Democrats do to win.
Kavanaugh accuser wants FBI investigation before testifying
The woman accusing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault says the FBI should investigate the incident before senators hold a hearing on the allegations. In a letter addressed to Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley of Iowa, and obtained by CNN's "Anderson Cooper 360," Christine Blasey Ford's attorneys argue that "a full investigation by law enforcement officials will ensure that the crucial facts and witnesses in this matter are assessed in a non-partisan manner, and that the Committee is fully informed before conducting any hearing or making any decisions."
NY Comptroller wants to know companies’ greenhouse gas emissions
New York's Comptroller Tom DiNapoli says he backs a bill by U.S. Senator from Massachusetts, Elizabeth Warren, to require that publicly traded... New York's Comptroller Tom DiNapoli says he backs a bill by U.S. Senator from Massachusetts, Elizabeth Warren, to require that publicly traded companies disclose to the Securities and Exchange Commission, or SEC, how their businesses effect climate change. The companies would have to report greenhouse gas emissions, and what steps they are taking to minimize the risks in the operations.
Thibodaux Man Arrested for Unlawfully Sending Lewd Photographs
On September 14th, 2018, Troopers from the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations - Special Victims Unit arrested a Thibodaux man after an investigation revealed that he forwarded lewd photographs of a former US Army coworker in an apparent blackmail attempt. 26-year-old Jimmy M. Kassis was placed under arrest as a result of the investigation.
Murkowski, Sullivan: Take Kavanaugh accusation seriously
Both of Alaska's U.S. senators said Monday they need to hear more about the allegations of a California professor accusing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexually assaulting her when they were high school students. "I think we should take this seriously, regardless of the length of time, the passage of time," Sen. Lisa Murkowski said.
Hearing sets up dramatic showdown between Kavanaugh, accuser
Republicans on Monday abruptly called Brett Kavanaugh and the woman accusing him of sexual assault decades ago to testify publicly next week, grudgingly setting up dramatic showdown they hoped would prevent the accusation from sinking his nomination to the Supreme Court. Senate leaders announced the move under pressure from fellow Republicans who wanted a fuller, open examination of the allegations from Christine Blasey Ford, a college professor in California.