FILE-In this Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017 file photo, House Speaker Tim Moore, R-Cleveland, smiles after taking the oath of office during the start of the 2017 Legislative session at the North Carolina General Assembly in Ral… . FILE-In this file photo taken Thursday, June 23, 2016, Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger, R-Guilford, right, listens during a Senate session at the North Carolina General Assembly in Raleigh, N.C. A North Carolina … .
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Let Liz speak: removing the tape
Sen. Elizabeth Warren spoke out Tuesday night during a debate of the nomination of Sen. Jeff Sessions to Attorney General and was met not with respect, but with a disturbing slap across the face to women everywhere. Warren read an excerpt from a letter Coretta Scott King, widow of Martin Luther King Jr., wrote to Sen. Strom Thurmond.
.com | EXCLUSIVE: Joice Mujuru ‘is not a leader, we’re fed up of her dictatorial tendencies’
A Zimbabwean woman, 48, reportedly tried to kill herself after learning that her eldest son wanted to marry a sex worker. Harare – Fired lieutenants of Zimbabwe’s ex-vice president Joice Mujuru have hit back at their former boss, saying that she cannot sack them from the opposition Zimbabwe People First , as they are elders of the party.
Lawyers condemn Trump’s ‘destructive’ attacks on judiciary
A group of lawyers have written a letter to the heads of the Department of Justice to complain about the President Donald Trump’s attacks on the judiciary. Appellate lawyers from across the country wrote the letter to Acting Solicitor General Noel Francisco and Acting Attorney General Dana Boente complaining about the attacks, including a Twitter tirade against a judge who temporarily blocked one of Trump’s executive orders.
Trump slams the courts, and his court nominee hits back
President Donald Trump’s extended criticism of the judiciary has prompted a rebuke from his nominee for the Supreme Court, who told a senator the president’s comments were “demoralizing and disheartening.” Judge Neil Gorsuch, who was nominated by Trump to the nation’s high court last week, made the comments Wednesday after Trump accused an appellate court considering his immigration and refugee executive order of being “so political.”
Trump playing catch-up to fill top government posts
With Senate confirmation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions, President Donald Trump filled another important post in his new government. Only 685 to go.
Labor secretary nominee addresses conflicts of interest
President Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of labor has proposed avoiding conflicts of interest by resigning as CEO of his fast food empire, selling off hundreds of holdings and recusing himself from government decisions in which he has a financial interest, according to his ethics filings with the government. “I will not participate personally and substantially in any particular matter in which I know that I have a financial interest directly and predictably affected by the matter” without a waiver from government ethics officials, Andrew Puzder wrote in the nine-page filing, dated Tuesday and obtained by The Associated Press.
King letter and statement criticize Sessions prosecution
This photo provided by Armstrong Williams shows Senate Judiciary Chairman Strom Thurmond, R-S.C., posing for a photo with Coretta Scott King, widow of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. and then Thurmond staffer Armstrong Williams, right, in this undated photo. A letter sent by Coretta Scott King saying Jeff Sessions would be a bad choice for a lifetime federal judgeship is receiving new attention after Sen. Elizabeth Warren was rebuked Feb. 7, 2017, for quoting King’s letter on the Senate floor.
Judges’ response to Trump criticism: Silence
Supreme Court Justice nominee Neil Gorsuch meets with Senate Judiciary Committee member Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, on Capitol Hill in Washington. Supreme Court Justice nominee Neil Gorsuch meets with Senate Judiciary Committee member Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, on Capitol Hill in Washington.
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Trial is opening in Las Vegas for six defendants accused of illegally wielding weapons to block a federal round-up of cattleman and states’ rights advocate Cliven Bundy’s cows in April 2014. Police made several arrests as protesters blocked enforcement vans from leaving a U.S. immigration office in Phoenix late Wednesday, fearing that a mother of two was on board and possibly headed for deportation.
Debating the travel ban? Terms to understand what’s what
President Donald Trump says it doesn’t take a lawyer to see that his order banning visitors from seven Muslim-majority nations is a “common sense” move to protect the U.S. from terrorists. He says even a bad high school student could figure that out.
Last Cuban doctor defectors arrive in US after policy change
They and other Cuban doctors arriving in… . In a Monday, Feb. 6, 2017 photo, Cuban health worker Veidy Diaz, center, is greeted by family and friends as she talks on the phone after finally leaving the immigration and customs section of Miami International Airpo… .
Can’t respect or support many of Trump’s decisions
As an American and registered Republican, I’ve always had respect for the office of our presidency. But, I cannot respect or support many of Trump’s decisions for the following reasons: Banning travel from seven countries does nothing to stop terrorism, it only motivates more people to hate us and join ISIS.
Backlash for breakaway Senate Democrats
A faction of breakaway Democrats in the state Senate has been gaining members lately, but they are now facing a backlash, including raucous opposition at meetings in their districts. When Sen. Jose Peralta announced on his Facebook page that he was joining the Independent Democratic Conference, a growing group of breakaway Democrats in the Senate who form a governing coalition with the Republicans, he said he wanted to “deliver a progressive agenda.”
Democrats’ empty anti-Trump stuntshave made the Senate a circus
Senate Democrats’ exhausting show of all-out war on President Trump’s Cabinet picks continues, delaying the confirmation vote for Sen. Jeff Sessions as attorney general until dinnertime Wednesday, and for Rep. Tom Price as health secretary until after midnight. This gave every senator the chance to read that Corettta Scott King letter – an anti-Sessions slam from 1986 that will change no minds in 2017.
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First lady Melania Trump announced Wednesday she hired Anna Christina Niceta Lloyd as White House social secretary. Niceta Lloyd, who is known as Rickie, will help Trump with the planning and execution of social events at the White House.
Las Vegas trial starting for 6 in Bundy ranch standoff
Jury selection began Monday in Nevada for the federal trial of six defendants accused of taking arms against fede… . FILE – In this April 12, 2014, file photo, the Bundy family and their supporters fly the American flag as their cattle is released by the Bureau of Land Management back onto public land outside of Bu… .
Tumble from tightrope injures 5, including Wallendas
Five circus performers were seriously injured Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, while practicing a high-wire act in Florida. The accid… .
George W. Bush on Trump and Russia: “We all need answers”
Former President George W. Bush, Laura, center right, and SMU President R. Gerald Turner, right, watch play against Tulane in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017, in Dallas. less Former President George W. Bush, Laura, center right, and SMU President R. Gerald Turner, right, watch play against Tulane in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017, in … more FEB.
McCain tweaks Trump by saying suppressing free press is a how dictators get starteda
Senator John McCain issued a stinging rebuke of President Donald Trump’s criticism of the press as the “enemy of the American People,” saying that intimidating and suppressing the news media is “how dictators get started.” In an interview with NBC’s Chuck Todd on Saturday, the Arizona Republican offered his thoughts on the importance of a free press to a democracy and warned that attempting to “shut down” any adversarial media outlets has typically been a tactic employed by dictators.
Engine Swap In High Arctic
Pilots should be wary when operating close to the boundaries of Class B airspace, the FAA said recently in a Safety Alert for Operators…. Years ago, new GPS approaches were commissioned at Houma, LA and the FAA King Air was flight checking them …Tower: ‘Report… In the Flytenow case, the FAA applied old thinking that doesn’t work in a world where technology moves at the speed of heat. VFR into IMC events have a distressingly high fatality rate.
Under fire, Conway maintains support of the president
Kellyanne Conway, the high-profile White House counselor, has come under fire from Democratic and Republican lawmakers, fact checkers and the media.
Japanese PM looks to win Trump’s trust in White House talks
In this Dec. 29, 2016, photo, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe gestures on a golf course in Chigasaki, west of Tokyo. If they stick to schedule, Abe and U.S. President Donald Trump will spend more time on the fairway… Lawyers for the state of Virginia are arguing in federal court against President Donald Trump’s executive order on immigration, an argument the state says will be the most in depth yet on the executive order.
Camper fire kills 2 children of ‘struggling’ Georgia family
Lawyers for the state of Virginia are arguing in federal court against President Donald Trump’s executive order on immigration, an argument the state says will be the most in depth yet on the executive order. Lawyers for the state of Virginia are arguing in federal court against President Donald Trump’s executive order on immigration, an argument the state says will be the most in depth yet on the executive order.
Ap Fact Check: Trump disputes whether Gorsuch knocked him
Supreme Court nominees don’t often bite the hand that picks them and President Donald Trump is having trouble accepting the fact that his hand was bitten. Trump on Thursday disputed what at least three senators and a Republican operative have said – that Judge Neil Gorsuch voiced complaints about the president’s recent attacks on the judiciary during the nominee’s round of meetings on Capitol Hill.
Trump vs Nordstrom: The latest bout raising ethical concerns
Whereas other presidents took pains to avoid even the appearance of using their office for private gain, Trump is pushing the limits. He met with Indian business partners before his inauguration, and decided to hold on to his company, while expanding his hotel brand.
NBA, video game company to launch new gaming league in 2018
Video gamers now have a chance to comp… Much of the northeastern U.S. is preparing for a winter storm that could bring a foot of snow or more to some areas. Much of the northeastern U.S. is preparing for a winter storm that could bring a foot of snow or more to some areas.
Yemenis stuck in Africa by travel ban arrive in Los Angeles
More than two dozen Yemenis who were stranded in Africa by President Donald Trump’s travel ban flew into Los Angeles on Wednesday. The group’s flight landed at about 4:30 p.m. at Los Angeles International Airport after court orders allowed their travel from Djibouti by way of Turkey.
Press release distribution, EDGAR filing, XBRL, regulatory filings
The corrected release reads: FALCON.IO NEARLY DOUBLES U.S. BUSINESS IN 2016 Demand for enhancing customer e… )–Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. today announced that Dakota Access, LLC has received an easement from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers –UnitedHealthcare delivered 150 NERF ENERGY Game Kits, a limited-release game that tracks physical activity and rewards kids for being active, to the Boys & Girls Clu… )–Packaging Corporation of America : At approximately 11:10 am CST, Wednesday, February 8th, there was an explosion at our DeRidder, LA paper mill.
Donald Trump criticized by own Supreme Court nominee for ‘demoralizing’ attack on judiciary
President Donald Trump’s escalating attacks on the federal judiciary drew denunciation Wednesday from his Supreme Court nominee, Neil Gorsuch, who told a senator that the criticism was “disheartening” and “demoralizing” to independent federal courts. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., said Gorsuch made the comments during their private meeting Wednesday, and the account was confirmed by Ron Bonjean, a member of the group guiding the judge through his confirmation process.
Today in History
On Feb. 9, 1942, the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff held its first formal meeting to coordinate military strategy during World War II. Daylight-saving “War Time” went into effect in the United States, with clocks moved one hour forward.
Labor secretary nominee addresses conflicts of interest
President Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of labor has proposed avoiding conflicts of interest by resigning as CEO of his fast food empire, selling off hundreds of holdings and recusing himself from government decisions in which he has a financial interest, according to his ethics filings with the government. “I will not participate personally and substantially in any particular matter in which I know that I have a financial interest directly and predictably affected by the matter” without a waiver from government ethics officials, Andrew Puzder wrote in the nine-page filing, dated Tuesday and obtained by The Associated Press.
Education boss gets first assignment – mend fences with foes
On her first day on the job, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos plunged into her initial assignment: mending fences with her opponents following a bruising confirmation battle. Parents across the country looked for clues as to whether she will fulfill their hopes or reinforce their fears.
Rancorous Senate ‘silencing’ gives Warren a national boost
The turbulent national debate over race, gender and free speech consumed the normally staid Senate on Wednesday after the GOP majority voted to silence Sen. Elizabeth Warren, abruptly elevating her celebrity status at a moment when liberals are hungry for a leader to take on President Donald Trump. The highly unusual rebuke of the Massachusetts Democrat came as the Senate weighed Trump’s choice for attorney general, GOP Sen. Jeff Sessions of Alabama, who secured confirmation on a nearly party-line vote Wednesday evening.
Last Word: The Artisan Survives, Gas Tax Push-Back and Our Competition
I knew winter was out there hiding somewhere. Just waiting for you to leave your coat at home in a flush of spring fever, bounding out of work Wednesday afternoon to find spring has hit the highway.
Senator: VA retaliating against whistleblower
A Wisconsin senator has accused the Department of Veterans of Affairs of firing a doctor for speaking out about alleged shortcomings at a Missouri VA hospital and then thwarting his efforts to get hired at another VA site. Republican Sen. Ron Johnson, who heads the Senate’s Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, wrote in a recent letter to the VA’s acting secretary the department should “cease all retaliatory actions” against Dr. Dale Klein.
Senate confirms Jeff Sessions for attorney general
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Sen. Jeff Sessions to be attorney general in the Trump administration despite fierce Democratic opposition to the Alabama Republican over his record on civil rights and immigration. The 52-47 nearly party-line vote capped weeks of divisive battles over Sessions, an early supporter of President Donald Trump and one of the Senate’s most conservative lawmakers.
Supreme Court nominee Gorsuch calls Trump’s tweets ‘disheartening’
JANUARY 31: U.S. President Donald Trump nominates Judge Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court during a ceremony in the East Room of the White House January 31, 2017 in Washington, DC. If confirmed, Gorsuch would fill the seat left vacant with the death of Associate Justice Antonin Scalia in February 2016.
Warren won’t be silent about Sessions’ ‘radical hatred’
Sen. Elizabeth Warren tore into Jeff Sessions Wednesday night, saying she and her colleagues would oppose the Alabama politician’s “radical hatred” as he moved to lead President Donald Trump’s Justice Department. The Massachusetts Democrat galvanized her party Tuesday night when she went to the Senate floor to read a 1986 letter from Coretta Scott King denouncing Sessions as a racist.