GOP Sees Reasons for Optimism in 2018 Midterms
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W. Va. Republicans are bracing for strong headwinds in this year's midterm elections, but also see signs that the environment might not be as treacherous as once anticipated.
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‘Was the Obama DOJ Weaponized To Spy On The Trump…
AUGUST 28: North Carolina 11th District GOP Congressional nominee Mark Meadows speaks during the Republican National Convention at the Tampa Bay Times Forum on August 28, 2012 in Tampa, Florida. Today is the first full session of the RNC after the start was delayed due to Tropical Storm Isaac.
The Takeaway: The State of Trump’s Union – Positive
Trump's SOTU Triumph: The numbers are in for President Trump's first State of the Union address and it's clear large majorities of the public liked what they saw and heard on Tuesday night. A snap poll conducted by CBS News/YouGov showed 75 percent approved of Trump's speech, with another 65 percent saying it made them feel "proud."
Trump Picked a Fight With the FBI. He’ll Be Sorry
Most presidents have had the sense not to bully the FBI by defaming its leaders and -- ridiculously -- painting its agents as leftist political hacks. Most members of Congress have also understood how unwise it would be to pull such stunts.
Hapless mariner to share tale of survival at sea, rescue and recovery
A man from the Bahamas who had been missing for more than 15 days was rescued Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 about 10 miles east of West Palm Beach, the Coast Guard said. A man from the Bahamas who had been missing for more than 15 days was rescued Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 about 10 miles east of West Palm Beach, the Coast Guard said.
The biggest tax cuts in history? Let’s double-check that
President Trump holds a meeting on the impact of the tax reform bill at the White House in Washington on Jan. 31. Now we're firmly in the selling phase of the Republican tax plan, and President Trump's constant refrain is that the cuts are "the biggest in history." History doesn't quite support his claim.
ATR To Install A New Full Flight Simulator In Toulouse
ATR will add a new Full Flight Simulator to its Toulouse Training Center. Manufactured by CAE, this new simulator will allow crew members to receive training on the ATR 72-600.
ERAU’s Dami Coker Named AZ Flight Instructor Of The Year By FAA
Embry-Riddle flight instructor Oluwadamilola Coker has been recognized by the FAA as Flight Instructor of the Year for the state of Arizona. Coker received the award at the 44th annual Arizona Safety Awards Banquet on Jan. 20, presented by the Aviation Safety Advisory Group and Scottsdale Flight Standards District Office .
FAA Approves AMOC Responding To South Wind Cabin Heater AD
The FAA has approved a global Alternate Method of Compliance covering AD 2017-06-03 on South Wind 8000-series cabin heaters. The AD requires that owner/operators of South Wind heaters comply within the next 10-hours of heater operating time or next scheduled maintenance activity, whichever occurs first and then repeat compliance every two years or 250 hours.
Kasich among few Republicans to blast memo’s release
Gov. John Kasich joined Democrats to assail House Republicans for releasing their memo charging the FBI and Justice Department abused court requests for secret surveillance on campaign aides to President Donald Trump who were believed in contact with Russian officials. Although most congressional Republicans supported the release of the memo, Kasich in a sharply worded statement said the manner in which the memo was released "was wrong and does a disservice to our country."
Senator San Nicolas expresses concerns over increase of gas prices
Within the last two months, gas prices have risen at 10% and Senator Mike San Nicolas is concerned about how the increase will affect the cost of living on Guam. After receiving a notice from the Federal Trade Commission choosing not to investigate Guam's inflating gas prices, San Nicolas issued a letter to Congresswoman Madeleine Bordallo.
Gov. Calvo calls for a 50% increase in gross receipts tax
Governor Calvo will be calling for a 50-percent increase in the gross receipts tax to cover the projected 48-million dollar revenue shortfall from the Trump tax cuts. Lester Carlson of the Governor's fiscal team says he will present the proposed increase when the Special Economic Session convenes again next week.
GOP – Sfundraising lagging
Democratic candidates for Minnesota governor are crushing their Republican opponents in the fundraising race, a signal GOP donors may be waiting to see whether former Gov. Tim Pawlenty decides to seek his old job. According to fundraising reports released Thursday, top Democratic candidates ended 2017 with a hefty cash advantage compared to lackluster totals across the GOP field.
Press Digest- Wall Street Journal – Feb 2
The following are the top stories in the Wall Street Journal. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
The Latest: Ex-accountant put to death in daughtersa deaths
A former Dallas accountant condemned for fatally shooting his two young daughters while their mother listened helplessly on the phone has been put to death in Texas. John David Battaglia received lethal injection Thursday night for the May 2001 killings of his 9-year-old daughter, Faith, and her 6-year-old sister, Liberty.
Dallas man executed for killing daughters while mom listened
A former Dallas accountant condemned for fatally shooting his two young daughters while their mother listened helplessly on the phone was put to death Thursday night in Texas. John David Battaglia was executed for the May 2001 killings of his 9-year-old daughter, Faith, and her 6-year-old sister, Liberty.
Federal judge knocks down Florida’s voting ban for ex-felons
In a ruling that could have reverberations on this year's crucial elections, a federal judge Thursday ruled that Florida's current ban on former felons voting is unconstitutional and needs to be changed as soon as possible. U.S. District Judge Mark Walker issued a blistering ruling that says the state's current process to restore voting rights - which can take years - is flawed.
GOP legislators looking for a winning formula in 2018
Congressional Republicans have gathered at a West Virginia resort in search of a winning election-year agenda. The best they have to offer in 2018 may be a recitation of the tax cuts approved in 2017 - and the threat of another government shutdown is looming.
Trump explains support for oil drilling in Arctic refuge
President Donald Trump said Thursday he "really didn't care" about opening a portion of Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil drilling but insisted it be included in tax legislation at the urging of others. Addressing fellow Republicans at the House and Senate Republican Member Conference in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, mentioned the wildlife refuge known as ANWR in Alaska's northeast corner as he recounted accomplishments in the last year, including the tax bill passed by Congress in December.
Pawlenty sets meeting with advisers on governor run
A top adviser says former Gov. Tim Pawlenty has scheduled a meeting with his inner circle as he nears a decision on whether to run for governor. Pawlenty's possibly entry has been the source of speculation for months, and would likely be the immediate favorite among Republicans if he gets in.