Stars Kerry Washington and Tony Goldwyn talk with THR about the real-life parallels as ABC Entertainment president Channing Dungey reveals relief about the show’s post-inauguration delay. ABC’s Scandal launched its sixth season Thursday with an unforgettable episode in which the Shonda Rhimes drama’s president-elect was assassinated as he was about to deliver his acceptance speech.
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Survey: DC women’s march drew many first-time protesters
About a third of the people who turned out for the Women’s March on Washington were first-time protesters, an unusually high share of newcomers for a demonstration, according to a survey of march participants. University of Maryland Professor Dana Fisher said Thursday the random survey of 527 participants in the District of Columbia march on the day after President Donald Trump’s inauguration also found that about 56 percent hadn’t been part of a demonstration in the past five years, including the first-timers.
Robinson: Don’t dismiss Trump’s rants as distractions
Where to begin? That’s the daily question for anyone trying to follow the words and deeds of the new administration, which is like drinking from two fire hoses – one gushing policy, the other spewing insanity. Neither stream can be ignored.
Dionne: In search of the truth about Trumpism
Or is the country confronting something even more troubling: a president unhinged from any realities that get in the way of his impulses, unmoored from any driving philosophy, and willing to make everything up as he goes along, including “alternative facts”? In his first days, Trump has been riding policy horses that seem to be moving in quite different directions. On the one hand, he has continued to make himself out as a “populist” standing up for workers by scrapping the Trans-Pacific Partnership and bringing verbal pressure on American companies to keep or create jobs in the United States.
Trump to launch probe into unproven voter fraud claim
A spokesman said President Donald Trump will sign an executive action Thursday to commission an investigation into widespread voter fraud, raising the prospect of a federal government probe into a widely debunked claim and sparking alarm among experts and Democrats. White House press secretary Sean Spicer said Trump would sign the order in the Oval Office but did not provide more details as to what it might entail.
The Latest: Trump criticizes Army leaker Manning
President Donald Trump says it’s “terrible” that convicted Army leaker Chelsea Manning “is now calling President Obama a weak leader.” But that is not what Manning said.
Trump Looks for Markets to Go ‘Up, Up, Up’ After Dow Hits 20,000
The president said he is looking for markets to continue to rise after the Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed the 20,000 milestone on Wednesday. President Donald Trump, who just months ago said the market was in a “big, fat, ugly bubble,” has become much more bullish since his inauguration about the state of affairs on Wall Street.
Trump seeks investigation into unproven voter fraud claim
President Donald Trump declared Wednesday that he is ordering a “major investigation” into widespread voter fraud, raising the prospect of a federal government probe into a widely debunked claim and sparking alarm among experts and Democrats. Trump announced in a pair of tweets early Wednesday that the investigation will look at those registered to vote in more than one state, “those who are illegal and … even, those registered to vote who are dead .”
Democrats Have Energy. Do They Have a Strategy?
Protesters fill the streets of downtown Los Angeles as they gather for the Women’s March against President Donald Trump Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017. The march is being held in solidarity with similar events taking place in Washington and around the nation.
Trump stirs fear with voter fraud probe
President Trump stirred bipartisan controversy on Wednesday by pledging to launch a “major investigation” into his baseless claim that widespread voter fraud cost him the popular vote in the 2016 presidential election. Trump’s assertion that as many as 3 million illegal ballots were cast has been disputed by news organizations, state attorneys general and academics who study voter fraud claims.
PM to call for ‘renewed’ special relationship between Britain and America
Theresa May will call for a “renewed” special relationship between Britain and America as she becomes the first world leader to meet Donald Trump since his inauguration as president last week. Arriving in America on Thursday ahead of Friday’s meeting in the White House, the Prime Minister will say that both the UK and US are undergoing a renewal which will allow them to “rediscover our confidence together” and “lead together again” in the world.
‘UNBELIEVABLE’ Secret Service vet shocked agent won’t die for Trump
“It is unheard of and unbelievable that someone at her level would comment publicly on being unwilling to protect the president,” said Byrne, author of “Crisis of Character,” a book that came out during the presidential campaign that was highly critical of Hillary Clinton. “Everyone has their own personal political opinions, but this job is not personal.
Top Trump adviser registered to vote in two states
Kellyanne Conway, Steve Bannon and Reince Priebus speak outside St. John’s Episcopal Church on January 20, 2017, before Pence’s inauguration. Kellyanne Conway, Steve Bannon and Reince Priebus speak outside St. John’s Episcopal Church on January 20, 2017, before Pence’s inauguration.
Trump’s Bogus Voter Fraud Claims Revisited
On Jan. 23, the new president told congressional leaders that between 3 million and 5 million illegal votes caused him to lose the popular vote to Hillary Clinton. Trump won the election with a convincing victory in the Electoral College, even as Clinton won the popular vote by nearly 2.9 million votes.
“1984” publisher orders new printing as sales soar
This undated image shows George Orwell, author of “1984.” Orwell’s classic dystopian tale of a society in which facts are distorted and suppressed in a cloud of “newspeak,” first published in 1949, was in the top 5 on Amazon.com as of midday, Tuesday, Jan 24, 2017.
Time Out with Jenness Mitchell
AFTER calling Hillary Clinton a “nasty woman” during a US Presidential debate, Donald Trump’s insult quickly began to trend amongst his opponent’s supporters. At the moment it looks as if Anne Hathaway will join Pitch Perfect’s Rebel Wilson in the two lead roles.
Top Democrats Voted For TheBorder Wall Trump Is Building
President Donald Trump will be able to order the construction of a wall on the Mexico border Wednesday with the stroke of a pen, because of a 2006 law passed with the help of Democrats including Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton. The 2006 law authorized the construction of 700 miles of fencing along the southern border, as well as additional lights, cameras and sensors to enhance security.
Husted: Trump’s voter fraud investigation isn’t needed
President Donald Trump is suggesting a voter fraud investigation even though he won the election and Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted insists there is no fraud in the Buckeye State. Expect ”a major investigation into VOTER FRAUD, including those registered to vote in two states, those who are illegal and … even, those registered to vote who are dead .
Trump Signs Two Executive Orders Approving Keystone, Dakota Pipelines
A new day has arrived at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue and Tuesday made it crystal clear. In a move that President Donald Trump had promised during his campaign, he signed two executive orders to move forward with construction of the controversial Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines.
Trump to ask for ‘major investigation into voter fraud’
“I will be asking for a major investigation into VOTER FRAUD, including those registered to vote in two states, those who are illegal and….even, those registered to vote who are dead ,” the president tweeted Wednesday morning. I will be asking for a major investigation into VOTER FRAUD, including those registered to vote in two states, those who are illegal and…. even, those registered to vote who are dead .
Sheryl Sandberg for President?
Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg is preparing a robust tour in conjunction with her foundation activities this spring to promote her upcoming book, ” Option B In recent weeks, her staff interviewed young aides with campaign chops for the months-long project, according to a source familiar with the planning. Another called it “common knowledge” in Democratic Party circles that she is considering such a run.
Republicans Perched Between Risk and Opportunity
On the one hand, the time is ripe for the Grand Old Party to institute bold reforms that bring the United States back in line with limited government, economic opportunity, and strength abroad – principles and policies to which the party has long been dedicated. With the swearing in of the nation’s 115th Congress and 45th president, the GOP controls both political branches of the federal government.
Do Business Leaders Make Good Presidents?
It was a brief stop, but Donald Trump wouldn’t have missed it for the world. In late October, the Republican nominee traveled to Washington for a ceremonial ribbon cutting for his new Trump International Hotel at the Old Post Office on Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House.
The US Voter’s Rights Amendment Explained
The 2016 election just cost $5 billion and produced two major candidates who were despised by a majority of the People. Given the choice between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, 45 percent of voting-age Americans did not cast a ballot, and only 46.5 percent of those who did vote choose Trump.
A timeline of the Keystone XL oil pipeline
Notable events in the dispute over the Keystone XL oil pipeline, which is slated to run from Canada to U.S. refineries in the Gulf Coast. March 2008 – The U.S. State Department issues a presidential permit for a $5.2 billion Keystone pipeline to transport crude oil.
Secret Service agent may face disciplinary action over anti-Trump Facebook posts
Secret Service Agents surround Donald Trump in response to an incident during a campaign event in Dayton, Ohio, on Saturday, March 12, 2016. A senior official with the U.S. Secret Service may face disciplinary action after posting comments to Facebook suggesting that she would not “take a bullet” for President Trump.
Sexist, vulgar posts on women’s marches rebound on officials
A school board member in Hillary Clinton’s hometown resigned after making a derogatory reference on Twitter to the female anatomy in describing women marching against President Donald Trump. An Illinois teacher was pulled from the classroom for tweets deemed sexist.
White House doubles down on Trumpa s voter fraud claim
President Donald Trump shows off his signature on an executive order about the Dakota Access pipeline, Tuesday in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington. WASHINGTON >> The White House on Tuesday stuck firmly to President Donald Trump’s claim that millions of people voted illegally in the November election, but provided no evidence to back up his assertion.
Trump to Keep James Comey As FBI DirectorThe decision comes amid an…
Two days before he was elected president, Donald Trump accused James Comey of “rigging” the FBI’s investigation into Hillary Clinton’s email server. “Right now, she is being protected by a rigged system.
Missing All That Racial Healingby Jonah GoldbergMy old friend Vincent …
The details don’t matter right now, but the gist was that Lindsay was a flawed mayor who contributed to New York’s problems. Lindsay to this day has passionate defenders, and when Vin’s book came out it was not received well by the Lindsay caucus.
US President Donald Trump stands up for Big Oil as week one rolls on
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5 Things for Tuesday, January 24, 2017: Donald Trump, Obamacare, Brexit
On his administration’s first full workday, the President got to work, work, work, work, work. Here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Minnesota governor collapses during speech
JULY 28: Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton delivers remarks on the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention at the Wells Fargo Center, July 28, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton received the number of votes needed to secure the party’s nomination.
‘Fake news’ unlikely to have influenced Trump’s election win24 min ago
Los Angeles, Jan 24 The most widely circulated fabricated stories favouring Donald Trump were seen only by a small fraction of Americans, according to a new study which claims that ‘fake news’ is unlikely to have influenced the outcome of the 2016 US presidential elections. In the three months before the election, pro-Trump fabricated stories tracked by the researchers were shared a total of 30 million times, nearly quadruple the number of pro-Clinton shares.
Trumpa s First 100 Days: Delivering on campaign promises
President Trump spent much of his first Monday in office delivering on campaign promises: he withdrew the United States from a major trade agreement, ordered a hiring freeze for most federal agencies, and blocked foreign aid for organizations that perform or discuss abortion. President Trump hosts a reception for House and Senate leaders including, from left, Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, House Speaker Paul Ryan and House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy.
Trump moves to pull US out of big Asia trade deal
Charting a new American course abroad, President Donald Trump withdrew the United States from the sweeping Trans-Pacific Partnership on Monday, using one of his first actions in office to reject a centerpiece of Barack Obama’s attempts to counter China and deepen U.S. ties in Asia. Trump’s move on trade aimed to fulfill a central campaign promise even as he appeared to be fixated on re-litigating the 2016 election.
Trump wrongly blames fraud for loss of popular vote
President Donald Trump, center, hosts a reception for House and Senate leaders in the the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, Monday, Jan. 23, 2017. Some of the participants are, from left, Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, D-NyY., House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wis., and House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy of Calif.
Virginia’s House is the most important legislature up this year, and Clinton won a majority of seats
Donald Trump has won the presidency after narrowly carrying a few states to put him above 270 electoral votes.But according… Send a letter to U.S. Senators: Block Jeff Sessions’ appointment as Attorney General. **NOTE: THE FORM LETTER IS BLANK.
White House English-only website nixing Spanish content
‘A No, no puede!’: New White House begins with English-only website as Team Trump breaks with Obama by nixing all Spanish-language content President Trump made a point during his campaign of urging Spanish-speaking immigrants to ‘assimilate’ by learning to speak English Chairman & CEO of advocacy group ‘U.S. English’ says there are 323 languages spoken in the U.S. and Spanish shouldn’t get special treatment The newly minted president made a point during the Republican primary season of his preference for immigrants to learn English, mocking former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush for speaking Spanish on the campaign trail.
Rachel Platten Not Happy The Piano Guys Played ‘Fight Song’ at Trump’s Inaugural Ball
Rachel Platten attends Songwriters Hall Of Fame 47th Annual Induction And Awards at Marriott Marquis Hotel on June 9, 2016 in New York City. Months after her hit “Fight Song” became a kind of unofficial anthem of Democrat Hillary Clinton’s failed presidential campaign, singer Rachel Platten was upset to hear that the track was performed on Friday night by The Piano Guys at President Donald Trump’s Freedom Ball.