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Hillary responds to accusations she wouldn’t fire Strider
'I was dismayed, but heartened she came forward': Hillary responds to allegations she refused to fire top 2008 campaign aide accused of rubbing and kissing a female colleague - but doesn't address why she reassigned the victim instead A female subordinate accused the faith-based outreach director of Hillary Clinton's 2008 campaign of unwanted touching and lewd messages Hillary Clinton's campaign manager told Clinton to fire him but the candidate insisted on keeping him in his job Hillary responded to the revelation Friday night in a series of tweets to say the accuser was at the time 'believed' and 'taken seriously' Strider has remained close with Clinton, posting lunch selfies and one picture of him and his son at Clinton's birthday party in October 2017 Hillary Clinton responded to accusations that she protected a campaign adviser's job after he was accused of sexually harassing a ... (more)
Hillary Clinton Says She – Was Dismayed’ When Advisor Was…
But former presidential candidate doesn't address New York Times report that in 2008 she protected Burns Strider and reassigned his accuser to a new job Several hours after the New York Times reported that in 2008 Hillary Clinton protected a senior adviser accused of sexual misconduct, Clinton said on Twitter she was "dismayed when it occurred," and "heartened" that the accuser came forward. However, the former Secretary of State did not address the specific report that she reassigned the accuser and continued to employ the advisor in senior roles.
6 Questions: Controversial sheriff discusses Aaron Hernandez, illegal immigration
Whether it's offering to send inmates to build the wall, or help with hurricane clean up, Thomas Hodgson is not afraid to mix it up. ABC6 News Anchor John DeLuca has the details.
Patrick Morrisey files to join Senate race
Morrisey, of Harpers Ferry, joins four other Republicans who have so far filed for the Senate, Don Blankenship of Sprigg, Bo Copley of Delbarton, U.S. Rep. Evan Jenkins of Huntington and Tom Willis of Martinsburg. Only one Democrat, incumbent Sen. Joe Manchin, has filed for the nomination.
Detained migrant worker released
A Franklin County based dairy farm worker picked up by Border Patrol while on his way to work earlier this month has been released on bail from an immigration detention facility in New Hampshire. Francisco Rosendo Casarrubias received the support of Vermont's congressional delegation and the activist group Migrant Justice.
Rural broadband getting its day
Monday, a bill that could strike a grand bargain for rural broadband gets its first hearing in the Colorado Senate. Senate Bill 18-002 may finally move the state forward on the issue of rural broadband, one that has stymied lawmakers since 2011.
Trump plans to ask for $716 billion for national defense in 2019 – a major increase
To continue reading this premium story, you need to become a member. Click below to take advantage of an exclusive offer for new members: WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump is expected to ask for $716 billion in defense spending when he unveils his 2019 budget next month, a major increase that signals a shift away from concerns about rising deficits, U.S. officials said.
Senator Schumer pushes VA to complete land acquisition, begin national cemetery construction
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer on Thursday called on the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs to complete final acquisitions for two 60-acre and 77-acre parcels in Pembroke and then swiftly act to begin construction of the New Western New York National Veterans Cemetery. Currently, the VA parcel is 132 acres devoted to a veterans' cemetery.
Schakowsky to boycott State of Union
Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky announced Friday she intends to boycott President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, heeding the wishes of her constituents. "They've told me that they don't want their member of Congress acting as if this is just another Republican administration.
Sen. Young invites two Hoosiers to State of the Union
A Windfall woman and the bank that employs her are being cited as beneficiaries of the federal tax overhaul and have been invited to attend President Donald Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday. Chelsee Hatfield plans to use her forthcoming raise and bonus to help pay for classes toward an associate's degree at Indiana Wesleyan University, as well as her children's future college expenses.
Hillary Clinton Gives a Shoutout to ‘Activist B*tches’ in Latest Attempt to Stay Relevant
Earlier tonight, Huffington Post commentator and co-founder of "Bros4Hillary" Alex Mohajer apparently ran in to former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and tweeted a short video of her. In the video, Clinton thanked her supporters for "your feminism, your activism" and expressed her hope that they "keep up the really important good work."
Trump administration cancels detailed review of Obama-era mining ban near Minnesota wilderness
The Trump administration on Friday curtailed a detailed review of how cordoning off more than 234,000 acres of U.S. Forest Service land in Minnesota from mining development would affect a neighboring wilderness area. The decision to convert the study launched in the final days of the Obama administration into a less-stringent environmental assessment could have major policy implications.
North/East metro news briefs: Washington County officials begin review of Valley library
A new and improved Washington County library is coming to residents in Lakeland and the Lower St. Croix Valley east of Woodbury, but its size and location will be explored throughout the spring. When the findings are ready in June, county officials will decide whether to remodel the current library or move to a larger building.
Lucas County Commissioner Contrada will not seek re-election
Lucas County Commissioner Carol Contrada said she will not seek re-election this year for a third term in office. Lucas County Commissioner Carol Contrada said on Friday she will not seek re-election this year for a third term in office.
Corruption case against Sen. Bob Menendez damaged but not dead, experts say
A judge's decision to acquit U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez and his co-defendant on seven of the 18 charges they faced was a major setback for the government's corruption case, but not a fatal blow , according to several legal experts. "It sends a clear signal that there were problems with the government's case and there continue to be problems with the government's case," said Adam Lurie, a former federal prosecutor who now heads the government investigations practice at the Linklaters law firm in Washington, D.C. "That said, the case survived."
Trump dodged a big bullet by not firing Robert Mueller
President Donald Trump owes his White House counsel a thank-you note. Here is the paradoxical reason: The best way for Trump to protect himself against special counsel Robert S. Mueller III is not to fire him.
The Latest: Mining industry welcomes fed move on forest land
The Latest on the U.S. Forest Service downgrading an environmental review of a proposal to withdraw some national forest land in Minnesota from minerals exploration : The mining industry is cheering a decision by the U.S. Forest Service to downgrade an environmental review of a proposal to withdraw certain national forest land in Minnesota from minerals exploration for up to 20 years. Twin Metals wants to lease some of the land to mine for copper and nickel.
Wynn Resorts shaken by misconduct claims against founder
Wynn Resorts is denying multiple allegations of sexual harassment and assault by founder Steve Wynn detailed in a Wall Street Journal report that sent shares of the casino company tumbling more than 10 percent Friday. The paper reported that a number of women say they were harassed or assaulted by the casino mogul and finance chair of the Republican National Committee.
Sheriff: Death of 4-year-old Scotland County boy appears accidental
SCOTLAND COUNTY, NC The FBI has announced they believe they have found the body of 4-year-old Raul Gonzalez Johnson, who was reported missing out of Scotland County. The Scotland County Medical Examiner's Office still has to confirm the identity and cause of death.