After the 2016 presidential election, President-elect Donald Trump is coalescing a network of supportive right-wing media outlets, including an online publication owned by his son-in-law, a supermarket tabloid, and a new 24-hour news outlet that has been described as “Trump TV.” Since the primaries, these right-wing media outlets have helped push Trump’s agenda and have attacked his political opponents.
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What a year it was: Here are some of our top video stories from 2016
Where to begin with 2016? The year saw an election season like no other, Texas officials on the national stage and debates over state issues that could be in the headlines for years to come. Below are just some of the most popular videos The Texas Tribune produced in a whirlwind year of shake-ups, break-ups and make-ups.
The uncertainties of 2017
A place for the writings and the ideas of the people in and around the Ridenbaugh Press. A new administration is about to take office in Washington, but anyone certain about what exactly that will mean – other than something a lot different from the last eight years – is kidding themselves.
Congress to Seek Justice Against the UN
In his scathing response to the Obama administration’s UN decision against Israel, Sen. Ted Cruz reminded the White House that Congress has constitutional authority over taxpayer funding. With that power, he said Congress will not stand by and let the executive branch continue its assault against their Middle East ally.
Colorado governor dissolves presidential caucuses for new primary system
Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper signed into law two ballot measures on Tuesday that will give residents who are not affiliated with either political party the ability to vote in future primaries. The second-term Democratic governor approved Propositions 107 and 108.
Donald Trump’s strong suit doesn’t appear to be consistency
From installing Wall Street executives in his Cabinet to avoiding news conferences, the president-elect is adopting some of the same behavior for which he criticized Clinton during their campaign. “I know the guys at Goldman Sachs,” Trump said at a South Carolina rally in February, when he was locked in a fierce primary battle with Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.
Donald Trump’s strong suit doesn’t appear to be consistency
From installing Wall Street executives in his Cabinet to avoiding news conferences, the president-elect is adopting some of the same behavior for which he criticized Clinton during their campaign. “I know the guys at Goldman Sachs,” Trump said at a South Carolina rally in February, when he was locked in a fierce primary battle with Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.
Trump adopting same behavior he criticized Clinton for
In this Dec. 13, 2016, file photo, President-elect Donald Trump speaks during a rally at the Wisconsin State Fair Exposition Center in West Allis, Wis. Trump is embracing some of his top attacks on Hillary Clinton as he forms his new administration, engaging in some of the same behavior he used against his rival during the presidential campaign.
Trump adopting same behavior he criticized Clinton for
In this Dec. 13, 2016, file photo, President-elect Donald Trump speaks during a rally at the Wisconsin State Fair Exposition Center in West Allis, Wis. Trump is embracing some of his top attacks on Hillary Clinton as he forms his new administration, engaging in some of the same behavior he used against his rival during the presidential campaign.
Trump exhibiting Clinton-like behavior as president-elect
From installing Wall Street executives in his Cabinet to avoiding news conferences, the president-elect is adopting some of the same behavior for which he criticized Clinton during their fiery presidential campaign. Then : “I know the guys at Goldman Sachs,” Trump said at a South Carolina rally in February, when he was locked in a fierce primary battle with Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.
Trump exhibiting Clinton-like behavior as president-elect
From installing Wall Street executives in his Cabinet to avoiding news conferences, the president-elect is adopting some of the same behavior for which he criticized Clinton during their fiery presidential campaign. Then : “I know the guys at Goldman Sachs,” Trump said at a South Carolina rally in February, when he was locked in a fierce primary battle with Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.
Froma Harrop: Trump’s favorite targets are Republicans
Donald Trump has inspired so much fear among his Republican comrades that he no longer has to issue harsh tweets when they misbehave. They do it themselves.
QUIZ: How Well Did You Pay Attention To Markets This Year an hour ago
It was a year dominated by some yuge surprises, but how closely have you been paying attention to the details? Here are 60 things that happened in 2016: 2. How long did China’s stock exchanges stay open before recently introduced circuit breakers ended trading on Jan. 7 after a 7 percent fall? 3. Crude dropped below $30 for the first time since 2004, but what was the proximate cause of the selloff? 5. What did the U.S. Food and Drug Administration find odd about some Parmesan cheese produced in rural Pennsylvania? 2. The ECB cut rates, but President Mario Draghi gave mixed signals at the press conference.
What the electors say about efforts to derail Donald Trump
Elector Rex Teter, 59, a teacher and preacher in Pasadena, Texas, received 35,000 e-mails and 200 letters urging him not to support Donald Trump. He won’t change his vote.
Hope, Trump upstage ‘La La Land’s’ moment in the sun
Chart shows films with most Golden Globe nominates in 2017; 2c x 3 inches; 96.3 mm x 76 mm; By JOCELYN NOVECK Associated Press Donald Trump was not in attendance at the Golden Globes, but he was there in spirit – or more precisely, as the target of a slew of political barbs. By JOCELYN NOVECK Associated Press Donald Trump was not in attendance at the Golden Globes, but he was there in spirit – or more precisely, as the target of a slew of political barbs, not to mention an… Actress Meryl Streep earned a lifetime achievement award at the Golden Globes Sunday and in accepting, turned the spotlight away from herself.