Month: January 2017

Union-backed Ronald Vitiello named to lead Border Patrol

This undated photo provided by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection shows Ronald Vitiello. Vitiello, a career Border Patrol official who was backed by the agents’ union, was named Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2017, as chief of the agency, less than a week after his predecessor resigned under pressure.

Conservative Judge Gorsuch is Trump’s Supreme Court choice

President Donald Trump nominated Neil Gorsuch, a fast-rising conservative judge with a writer’s flair, to the Supreme Court on Tuesday, setting up a fierce fight with Democrats over a jurist who could shape America’s legal landscape for decades to come. At 49, Gorsuch is the youngest Supreme Court nominee in a quarter-century.

The Latest: McConnell praises Gorsuch nomination

The Latest on President Donald Trump nomination of Neil Gorsuch to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court : Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says President Donald Trump has made an “outstanding decision” in nominating U.S. Appeals Court Judge Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court. In a statement, McConnell says Gorsuch has “a long record of faithfully applying the law and the Constitution” and notes that he was confirmed by voice vote in the Senate in 2006.

Five Ways The Media has Broken the Public Trust in Four Days

The first two weeks of the Trump administration have been chaotic at best, the last four days have been a whirlwind of reports, retractions and corrections. But why is that? So much confusion in the news, the fog of an “ideological” war? I found a few things that have happened just since Donald Trump signed the highly publicized immigration executive order that make it easy to see why the public has zero confidence in the press.

Nation-Now 48 mins ago 7:20 p.m.Trump picks Neil Gorsuch for Supreme Court

Nearly a full year after Justice Antonin Scalia’s death left the Supreme Court shorthanded, President Trump nominated federal appeals court Judge Neil Gorsuch to fill the void Tuesday night, setting off a pitched battle over the direction of the nation’s highest court Trump was unveiling his nominee to the nation on live television from the East Room of the White House after a day filled with palace intrigue, during which the media mapped the whereabouts of Gorsuch, from Colorado, and federal appeals court Judge Thomas Hardiman of Pennsylvania, another favorite for the seat. Gorsuch, 49, is a Scalia acolyte who believes judges should interpret laws as they are written and enforce the Constitution as the nation’s framers intended.

Senator: Army Corps told to clear way for Dakota Access construction

The acting secretary of the Army has instructed federal officials to issue the easement necessary to build a controversial segment of the Dakota Access pipeline, Sen. John Hoeven Senator: Army Corps told to clear way for Dakota Access construction Republicans who oppose, support Trump refugee order Cabinet picks boost 2018 Dems MORE “The Acting Secretary of the Army Robert Speer informed us that he has directed the Army Corps of Engineers to proceed with the easement needed to complete the Dakota Access Pipeline,” Hoeven said in a Tuesday night statement. “This will enable the company to complete the project, which can and will be built with the necessary safety features to protect the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and others downstream.”

Murphy, Blumenthal concerned about Gorsuch pick

Judge Neil Gorsuch delivers brief remarks after being nominated by President Donald Trump to the Supreme Court during a ceremony in the East Room of the White House on Tuesday. Judge Neil Gorsuch delivers brief remarks after being nominated by President Donald Trump to the Supreme Court during a ceremony in the East Room of the White House on Tuesday.

MPs warn health tourism ‘chaos’ is draining the NHS

Complications: Priscilla, shown in a BBC film, is unable to afford her bill after she had quadruplets on the NHS A woman from the Philippines, pictured, known only as Sonia, had a heart operation after falling ill visiting her sister in the UK The Commons public accounts committee accuses successive governments of failing to tackle the issue. Ministers were first warned to impose charges 30 years ago.

Neil Gorsuch is Trump’s likely Supreme Court pick

Washington, Feb 1 – US President Donald Trump’s likely pick for Supreme Court is Neil Gorsuch, a Court of Appeals judge from Denver, media reports said. As Trump was set to announce his choice at 8 p.m. , CNN has iudentified Gorsuch as the President’s first choice, New York Post reported.

EDITORIAL: Put Colorado’s Neil Gorsuch on the Supreme Court

Congratulations to President Donald Trump for nominating Boulder resident and 10th Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Neil Gorsuch to fill the void left by deceased Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia. The Denver native’s resume alone ranks Gorsuch among the cream of the top 1 percent of lawyers in the United States.

California lawmakers eye immigration measures to fight Trump

Democrats in the California Senate ramped up their fight Tuesday against President Donald Trump, advancing bills that would create a statewide sanctuary for people in the country illegally, provide money to pay lawyers for immigrants facing deportation and hamper any attempt to create a Muslim registry. The moves in the nation’s largest state – home to an estimated 2.3 million immigrants without legal authorization – came days after Trump launched his crackdown on immigration and sanctuary cities across the nation.

Trump Nominates Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court

It’s ‘The Apprentice, Supreme Court Edition,’ as Trump Summons Finalists to White House – President Trump is bringing his top two candidates for the Supreme Court to the White House on Tuesday, adding to the tension ahead of his prime-time court announcement.

City Council: Birmingham Is a ‘Sanctuary City’

The leadership in Birmingham, Alabama, on Tuesday took a stand against President Donald Trump’s immigration orders – though the mayor and city council differed on terminology. Mayor William Bell declined to use the term “sanctuary city” during a press conference Tuesday morning, instead using the words “welcoming city.”

California lawmakers eye statewide immigration sanctuary

The California Legislature advanced a bill Tuesday that would provide statewide sanctuary for immigrants by restricting local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities. The move in the nation’s largest state came as legislative Democrats ramp up their efforts to battle the immigration crackdown started by President Donald Trump.

Trump Antitrust Policy Awaits Sessions Vote

The Alabama senator’s confirmation as U.S. Attorney General would allow him to fill senior staff positions at the Department of Justice, including antitrust chief. The nomination of Alabama senator Jeff Sessions for U.S. Attorney General is expected to move forward Wednesday morning when the Senate Judiciary Committee reconvenes to vote on sending his name to the full Senate.

Catholic Priest Urges Trump Protesters to Commit Suicide

A Catholic priest who posted a meme suggesting those protesting President Donald Trump’s actions should commit suicide said the controversial message was meant to be funny. Rev. Philip Pizzo, of the largely immigrant St. Benedict Joseph Labre Roman Catholic Church in Queens, New York, shared a social media post that said those against Trump should jump off a building, the New York Post reported .

House Dem Chairman Crowley: ‘Trump Is a Coward’

Democratic lawmakers are launching personal attacks against President Donald Trump’s executive order on immigration from several predominantly Muslim countries, The Hill reports. “Immigrants are the best, the brightest and the bravest coming to our nation,” Rep. Joseph Crowley, D-N.Y., told reporters after a private caucus meeting.

Navy SEAL killed in al-Qaida raid remembered as hero

A decorated U.S. Navy SEAL from Illinois who was killed during a raid against al-Qaida in Yemen is being remembered as a hero by elected officials and those who knew him as a high school student. A friend from Illinois Valley Central High School, Cody Jackson, said Chief Special Warfare Operator William “Ryan” Owens was doing exactly what he wanted with his life when the 36-year-old Peoria man was killed in a firefight in a raid that left 30 others dead, including an estimated 14 militants.

Cruz: Trump Supreme Court Pick Will Get Confirmed

Sen. Ted Cruz says Democrats will not be able to block President Donald Trump’s Supreme Court nomination, even if Republicans have to find a different way around them, Politico reports. “The Democrats are not going to succeed in filibustering the Supreme Court nominee,” Cruz said Tuesday during an interview with Politico.

DeVos may have used official’s remarks without attribution

Education secretary nominee Betsy DeVos appears to have used quotes from an Obama administration official without attribution in her written responses to questions from Democrats considering her nomination. In response to a question on LGBT rights, DeVos wrote to Sen. Patty Murray, the committee’s top Democrat, “Every child deserves to attend school in a safe, supportive environment where they can learn, thrive, and grow.”

Sen. Mitch McConnell: Dems Need to ‘Get Over’ Loss, Approve Nominees

Senate Democrats’ delaying tactics on President Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees are fueled by nothing more than rancor over losing the election, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell charged Tuesday. The Kentucky Republican’s blast came in response to Democrats’ boycott of committee votes Tuesday on Treasury Secretary nominee Steven Mnuchin and Health and Human Services Secretary nominee, Georgia Rep. Tom Price – as well as filibustering over Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions’s nomination as attorney general, The Hill reported .

Texas governor echoes Trump with ‘sanctuary city’ crackdown

Thousands of supporters protect hundreds of Muslims attending Muslim Day at the Capitol form a human chain in Austin, Texas, on Tuesday Jan. 31, 2017. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott made no mention of President Donald Trump’ temporary ban on immigrants from seven Muslim-majority nations during his State of the State address that was going on inside the Capitol.

Chicago’s Soldier Field will host MLS All-Star Game

Chicago’s Soldier Field will host MLS All-Star Game Chicago’s Soldier Field will host this year’s Major League Soccer All-Star game, the league announced Tuesday Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jS4Wpe CHICAGO – Chicago’s Soldier Field will host this year’s Major League Soccer All-Star game, the league announced Tuesday. The match on Aug. 2 will feature the MLS All-Stars against an international team that has not been named yet.

MGP mourns passing of former board chair and CEO Ladd Seaberg

Ladd M. Seaberg, former longtime board chairman, president and CEO of MGP Ingredients, Inc., a leading supplier of premium distilled spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches, passed away on Sunday, January 29, following a long illness. He was a highly accomplished and recognized business and community leader, and abundantly devoted to his wife, Karen Seaberg, who currently serves as MGP Board Chair, and their children and grandchildren.

Mike DeWine and Jon Husted tie for fundraising lead as race for Ohio governor enters early phase

We have some early hints about the fundraising strength of several Ohio gubernatorial prospects and others considering bids for statewide office in 2018. Campaign finance reports submitted before a Tuesday afternoon deadline show that Attorney General Mike DeWine and Secretary of State Jon Husted — two top-tier Republicans preparing to run for governor — each entered 2017 with about $2.5 million on hand.

Connecticut lawmakers move to cut funding for Trump’s…

Protesters crowd into Bradley Airport to demonstrate against President Donald Trump executive action stopping people from many Muslim Countries from traveling into the USA, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, in Windsor Locks, Conn. less Protesters crowd into Bradley Airport to demonstrate against President Donald Trump executive action stopping people from many Muslim Countries from traveling into the USA, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, in Windsor … more Sen. Chris Murphy and Sen. Elizabeth Warren during a confirmation hearing for Betsy DeVos, President Donald Trump’s pick for education secretary, before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Jan. 31, 2017.

Trump to sign order strengthening cybersecurity

White House press secretary Sean Spicer speaks during the daily news briefing at the White House in Washington, Monday, Jan. 30, 2017. White House press secretary Sean Spicer speaks during the daily news briefing at the White House in Washington, Monday, Jan. 30, 2017.

EXCLUSIVE: Pentagon believes attack on Saudi frigate meant for US warship

EXCLUSIVE: Pentagon believes attack on Saudi frigate meant for US warship – The Iranian-backed suicide attack targeting a Saudi frigate off the coast of Yemen on Monday may have been meant for an American warship, two defense officials told Fox News. – The incident in question occurred The day’s must-read political news and opinion pieces are scattered across hundreds of news outlets and blogs, too many for any one person to read.