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Alec Baldwin returns as Trump on SNL, where an evil Stephen K. Bannon is actually president

Is this how every “Saturday Night Live” cold open will go during the rest of the Donald Trump presidency – cramming jokes from an unbelievably busy news week into a 4-minute takedown? Alec Baldwin returned to the role of President Trump, and places some pretty disastrous phone calls to fellow world leaders – all while egged on by an evil Stephen K. Bannon character. Baldwin will host SNL next week.

‘Frank admission’ over Trump

PRIME Minister Malcolm Turnbull has made a “frank admission” and declared he will “stand firm” against Donald Trump, according to Channel Nine. Mr Turnbull sat down with Nine Network’s Political Editor Laurie Oakes for a “wide-ranging” interview on 60 Minutes tonight; but after a week of news which described President Donald Trump’s disastrous phone call to Mr Turnbull as “the worst call ever “, it’s no surprise the interview focuses on our alliance with the US.

Millennial View: Catherine Rampell – Sharia law may come to…

That is, the religiously motivated laws creeping into public policymaking aren’t based on the Quran, and they aren’t coming from mythical hard-line Islamists in, say, Dearborn, Mich. They’re coming from the White House, which wants to make it easier for hard-line Christians to impose their beliefs and practices on the rest of us.

Your View: Civic groups oppose sheriff’s immigration decisions

Representatives of the undersigned community, religious, and labor organizations want to see Bristol County Sheriff Thomas Hodgson do the following: – Drop the proposal to send prisoners from the Bristol County House of Corrections to build President Trump’s wall at the Mexican border. - Rescind his agreement with Immigration Customs and Enforcement that will enable him to enforce federal immigration law to the detriment of residents here under the Department of Homeland Security’s 287 program.

Chan Sun Jung has 1st round KO of Bermudez in return to UFC

A U.S. judge on Friday imposed a nationwide hold on President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers and immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim countries The Justice Department has appealed a judge’s order blocking his travel ban at the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco, citing the “sovereign prerogative” of a president to admit or exclude aliens The American Humane organization says a third-party investigation prompted by leaked video from the set of “A Dog’s Purpose” found no animal injuries occurred during the scenes Visa holders from seven majority-Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban are hurrying to board U.S.-bound flights following federal judge’s order temporarily blocking the ban The Seattle judge derided by President Donald Trump on Twitter after blocking Trump’s immigration order is known for conservative legal views, for a record of … (more)

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It was just a couple of declarations made during a welcome, but we are heartened by statements Gov. Greg Abbott made last week that our U.S. trade relationship with Mexico is just as important as border security. Abbott made the statements while greeting Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly on his first visit to Texas and the Rio Grande Valley since he took over the agency last month.

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On Friday, a federal judge in Washington state put a temporary stay on the measures pending a wider legal review. PIC: People protest against President Donald Trump as they gather at the entrance to the Mar-a-Lago Resort where he is staying for the weekend.

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U.S. President Donald Trump waves to members of the news media before boarding Marine One and departing the White House Feb. 3, 2017, in Washington, D.C. U.S. President Donald Trump waves to members of the news media before boarding Marine One and departing the White House Feb. 3, 2017, in Washington, D.C. The Justice Department late Saturday filed its appeal of a judge’s order temporarily blocking President Donald Trump ‘s refugee and immigration ban, saying it’s the “sovereign prerogative” of a president to admit or exclude aliens. The appeal cites a “basic principle that an alien seeking initial admission to the United States requests a privilege and has no constitutional rights regarding his application.”

Oklahoma fans say president delivering on his promises

Missy Ligon of Yukon cheers for Donald Trump as Republican Party backers gathered on election night Main Event Entertainment in northwest Oklahoma City as election returns rolled in the presidential race against Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton. [Photo by Bryan Terry, The Oklahoman Archives] President Donald Trump has his share of opponents, some of whom have taken to the streets in protest, including here in Oklahoma.

Trump administration argues that court ruling on immigration ban…

The Department of Justice filed an emergency motion late Saturday asking a federal appeals court to reinstate an executive order that suspended new arrivals from seven majority Muslim countries, a controversial program that sparked protests around the world. In a filing with the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, federal attorneys requested an immediate stay of U.S. District Judge James Robart’s temporary restraining order Friday that suspended enforcement of the most controversial provisions of the ban across the country.

Department of Justice appeals judge’s ruling as U.S. suspends enforcement of travel ban

U.S. President Donald Trump waves to members of the news media before boarding Marine One and departing the White House Feb. 3, 2017, in Washington, D.C. U.S. President Donald Trump waves to members of the news media before boarding Marine One and departing the White House Feb. 3, 2017, in Washington, D.C. The Justice Department late Saturday filed its appeal of a judge’s order temporarily blocking President Donald Trump ‘s refugee and immigration ban, saying it’s the “sovereign prerogative” of a president to admit or exclude aliens. The appeal cites a “basic principle that an alien seeking initial admission to the United States requests a privilege and has no constitutional rights regarding his application.”

Trump faces uphill battle in the courts on immigration ban

Trump faces uphill battle in the courts on immigration ban Courts that stand in the way are either skeptical, liberal or divided Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2kABXtS President Donald Trump used his preferred platform to criticize the judge who blocked his administration’s travel ban on immigrants. Video provided by Newsy Demonstrators march on Pennsylvania Avenue while protesting against President Trump’s recent action on refugees and immigrantsentering the U.S. on Feb. 4, 2017, in Washington, D.C. The Trump administration faces several hurdles in its effort to permanently reinstate an executive order that bans travelers from seven majority-Muslim nations as well as refugees.

Tomlinson, Warner, Davis part of 7-man Hall of Fame class

Visa holders from seven majority-Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban are hurrying to board U.S.-bound flights following federal judge’s order temporarily blocking the ban Visa holders from seven majority-Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban are hurrying to board U.S.-bound flights following federal judge’s order temporarily blocking the ban The Seattle judge derided by President Donald Trump on Twitter after blocking Trump’s immigration order is known for conservative legal views, for a record of helping disadvantaged children and for declaring “black… The Seattle judge derided by President Donald Trump on Twitter after blocking Trump’s immigration order is known for conservative legal views, for a record of helping disadvantaged children and for declaring “black lives matter” during a 2015 hearing The American Humane … (more)

Dallas’ Jason Garrett wins Coach of the Year award

Visa holders from seven majority-Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban are hurrying to board U.S.-bound flights following federal judge’s order temporarily blocking the ban Visa holders from seven majority-Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban are hurrying to board U.S.-bound flights following federal judge’s order temporarily blocking the ban The Seattle judge derided by President Donald Trump on Twitter after blocking Trump’s immigration order is known for conservative legal views, for a record of helping disadvantaged children and for declaring “black… The Seattle judge derided by President Donald Trump on Twitter after blocking Trump’s immigration order is known for conservative legal views, for a record of helping disadvantaged children and for declaring “black lives matter” during a 2015 hearing The American Humane … (more)

The Confederate Battle Flag is backa sort of

… Now, less than two years later a different version of the flag is back up again, but at a different location . (US News & World Report) Luther Lyle had maintained the memorial in Walhalla for years and had replaced the Confederate flag with a South …

School board approves ‘We All Belong’ resolution

After hearing statements of support from several local elected officials and a number of parents and teachers, the Davis school board unanimously approved a resolution titled “We All Belong” on Thurday night. The measure aimed to address what several speakers described as a growing sense of fear at schools relating to local vandalism at houses of worship; concerns about bullying and harassment based on race, gender, religion, language and other topics; as well as possible deportations and possible interventions by the federal government.

The Latest: Visa holders hurry to board US-bound flights

The Latest on the reaction to a court order blocking U.S. President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers and immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim countries : Visa holders from seven majority-Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban are hurrying to board U.S.-bound flights following a federal judge’s order temporarily blocking the ban. Those who could travel immediately were being urged to do so Saturday because of uncertainty over whether the Justice Department would be granted an emergency freeze of the order issued Friday.

The Latest: Justice Dept. appeals judge’s ruling that temporarily blocksTrump’s order on refugees

The Latest on the reaction to a court order blocking U.S. President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers and immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim countries : The Justice Department is asking a federal appeals court to set aside a judge’s order that temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s ban on immigration to the U.S. from seven Muslim-majority countries. . The federal government’s request for an emergency stay was filed tonight with the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

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Visa holders from seven majority-Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban are hurrying to board U.S.-bound flights following federal judge’s order temporarily blocking the ban Visa holders from seven majority-Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban are hurrying to board U.S.-bound flights following federal judge’s order temporarily blocking the ban The Seattle judge derided by President Donald Trump on Twitter after blocking Trump’s immigration order is known for conservative legal views, for a record of helping disadvantaged children and for declaring “black… The Seattle judge derided by President Donald Trump on Twitter after blocking Trump’s immigration order is known for conservative legal views, for a record of helping disadvantaged children and for declaring “black lives matter” during a 2015 hearing Qatar Airways has issued an … (more)

Trump on Putin: I respect the guy

To continue reading up to 10 premium articles, you must register , or sign up and take advantage of this exclusive offer: WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – President Donald Trump has long been effusive in his praise for Russian President Vladimir Putin, despite criticism from Republicans and Democrats alike.  In an interview with Fox News’s Bill O’Reilly, which will air ahead of the Super Bowl on Sunday, Trump doubled down on his “respect” for Putin – even in the face of accusations that Putin and his associates have murdered journalists and dissidents in Russia.

A prayer for those who could not finish their prayers

From the address given by Imam Hassan Guillet at the funeral for 3 of the Quebec City mosque victims, Ibrahima Barry, Mamadou Tanou, Azzeddine Soufiane: The society that could not protect them, the society that could not benefit from their generosity still has a chance. The hands that didn’t shake the hands of Khaled or Aboubaker or Abdelkrim or Azzedine or Mamadou or Ibrahima, that society can shake the hands of their kids.

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Whatever white people do not know about Negroes reveals, precisely and inexorably, what they do not know about themselves. – James Baldwin, from The Fire Next Time Last month, we celebrated the life of Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., whose incredible example is unique in American history.

News 51 mins ago 7:47 p.m.Never remember: City laughs along at massacre that wasn’t

A White House adviser’s commentary about a massacre in Kentucky that never happened has sparked seemingly endless snickering online, with jabs like “never remember” and “I survived the Bowling Green massacre.” Kellyanne Conway mentioned the fictional massacre in an MSNBC interview Thursday as the reason for a temporary travel ban for Iraqis in 2011, saying it also proved why the Trump administration’s ban was necessary.

San Francisco: Hundreds rally against Trump immigration ban

Several hundred people gathered at the Civic Center on Saturday afternoon to rally against President Donald Trump’s ban on refugees from predominantly Muslim countries, which has halted Friday by a federal judge and now faces an appeal. Demonstrators carried signs saying “Love knows no borders,” “No ban, no wall,” and “Will swap one Trump for 10,000 refugees.”

When Carmelo owned NY: Remembering chaos of Knicks debut

As we speed inevitably and inexorably toward the exit ramp, perhaps it is not such a terrible idea to remember when things around the Knicks were perfectly juxtaposed, when they were the team seeking to make a blockbuster trade, when they were the ones hoping to import an All-Star. It is easy to remember all the other stuff that has informed Carmelo Anthony’s stay here, that has colored his time as Knick.

Visa holders rush to board flights to US amid reprieve

Visa holders from seven majority-Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban hurried to board U.S.-bound flights Saturday, fearing they might have only a slim window through which to enter the country after a federal judge temporarily blocked the ban. Those who could travel immediately were being urged to do so because of uncertainty over whether the Justice Department would be granted an emergency freeze of the order issued Friday by U.S. District Judge James Robart in Seattle.

US revokes visa ban after court rules against Donald Trump’s order

The Trump government complied with the court ruling for now, communicating to airlines that they could board passengers with valid travel documents, even as the President himself railed against it The Trump administration has been forced to back down from the presidential order selectively restricting entry into United States, setting up a potential confrontation between the executive and the judiciary, and pitting liberal, immigrant-welcoming states against a federal government accused of shutting doors. , setting up a potential confrontation between the executive and the judiciary, and pitting liberal, immigrant-welcoming states against a federal government accused of shutting doors.

Feds reverse visa revocations, allows banned travelers

The State Department says previously banned travelers will be allowed to enter the United States after a federal judge in Washington state on Friday temporarily blocked enforcement of President Trump’s controversial immigration ban. “We have reversed the provisional revocation of visas under” Trump’s executive order, a State Department spokesman said Saturday.