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GOP plans to cut tax rates and brackets
Congressional Republicans are planning to simplify a complicated tax code that rewards wealthy people with smart accountants, as well as corporations that can easily shift profits and jobs overseas. Overhauling the nation’s tax system is a heavy political lift that could ultimately affect families at every income level and businesses of every size.
2 from state take part in House-office shuffle
It’s packing time on the House side of Capitol Hill, with losers moving out, winners moving in and incumbents moving up. That meant 55 vacant offices up for grabs and weeks of packing and unpacking as those with seniority snapped up the prime real estate.
Could have defeated Trump, Obama says
President Barack Obama, seen Sunday in Hawaii, had some criticism of Hillary Clinton’s campaign in an interview released Monday. President Barack Obama said in an interview released Monday that he could have beaten Republican President-elect Donald Trump if they had faced off in last month’s election.
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.
Election system susceptible to rigging despite red flags
In this Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016 file photo, Brian Varner, a principal researcher at Symantec, inserts an identifying chip card into an electronic voting machine as he demonstrates how to hack an electronic voting machine at a Symantec office in New York.
You Won’t Believe Who Obama Is Blaming NOW for Trump’s Historic Win
What is it with liberals and not taking responsibility for their failures? Hillary Clinton blamed it on Trump, she blamed it on the Russians, she blamed it on the media and she blamed it on Americans in general intimating they were just too damned stupid to vote for her. And here comes Barack Hussein Obama who does he blame pretty much the same list with special emphasis on the media.
Fuel for subscription gains in Chicago: Cubs, not Trump
The election of Donald Trump may be driving a surprising bump in newspaper subscriptions in New York and Washington, DC. But in Chicago, the batter is the Cubbies.
Joe Scarborough Blames Obama For Washington’s Obstructions
On this morning’s Morning Joe, Scarborough decides to compare his own glory days in the 1994 Congress with the Tea Party. JOE SCARBOROUGH: You know, Rick, I think for me personally, that’s the great failure of Barack Obama.
Stranded in Mexico: Family spends Christmas without husband, father amid immigration battle
Her husband, Edgar Aispuro, has been in Mexico for six weeks after U.S. consulate officials blocked his return . But,this week, Kathryn learned that the consulate had suddenly reversed its decision and would allow her husband to come back to the U.S. soon.
Praxair facilities in western New York to remain open
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer says Praxair has committed to preserve its facilities in that region of the state, where it employs more than 1,000 workers. The New York Democrat says Praxair will preserve its entire work force after completing a merger with a German firm.
Jeff Sessions’ Attorney General Hearing: 3 Questions Senators Must Ask
Senator Jeff Sessions waits for Donald Trump to arrive in Mobila, AL for his USA Thank You Tour on December 17, 2016. Alabama senator Jeff Sessions, president-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general, will kick off a packed week of Senate confirmation hearings today.
How next year can be better — and even worse — than 2016 :0
The incoming year couldn’t face a less-demanding mandate: Don’t be as messed-up as 2016, which seemed to set a new low almost weekly. Prominent among them, of course, is the refugee crisis that never seems to end.
Imprisoned Blagojevich awaits Obama decision on commutation
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Imprisoned Blagojevich awaits Obama decision on commutation
In this July 15, 2011 file photo, former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich arrives at the federal courthouse in Chicago. Blagojevich is asking a U.S. appeals court to nullify his 14-year prison term and order a third sentencing hearing.
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FILE – In this Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016, file photo, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Attorney General Roy Cooper speaks with supporters at the Guilford County Democratic Party headquarters in Greensboro, N.C. Cooper, No… RALEIGH, N.C. – North Carolina’s next Democratic governor has seen a deal he helped broker to repeal the state’s law limiting LGBT protections fall apart and had several of his powers stripped away by the state’s Republican-dominated legislature. And he hasn’t even been sworn in yet.
NJ hasn’t been using phone bill money to update 911 systems; will you force it to?
If a proposed ballot measure is approved in the Legislature and then by voters, all of the money raised from a 90-cent fee on New Jersey phone lines would be dedicated for upgrades to 911 and emergency services. The measure is in response to an NJ.com analysis that found that only 15 percent of the $1.37 billion raised since 2004 had gone to those upgrades.
Failed deal to undo LGBT law marks rocky start for governor
North Carolina’s next Democratic governor has seen a deal he helped broker to repeal the state’s law limiting LGBT protections fall apart and had several of his powers stripped away by the state’s Republican-dominated legislature. And he hasn’t even been sworn in yet.
Man Dies After North Las Vegas Fight Stabbing
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Nevada Foreclosure Mediation Program Winding Down
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Family Holds Vigil for Man Found Dead in Alleged Arson Fire
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Failed deal to undo LGBT law marks rocky start for governor
North Carolina’s Democratic Governor-elect fights an uphill battle against GOP majority after efforts to repeal the state’s ‘bathroom bill’ fall through The deeply divided state voted Republican in the presidential and senate races, but elected a Democratic governor, making Cooper’s job very difficult House Bill 2, commonly known as the ‘bathroom bill’ has been blamed for job losses, canceled events, and staining North Carolina’s reputation He hasn’t even been sworn in yet, but several of his powers have already been stripped away by the state’s Republican-dominated legislature North Carolina’s next Democratic governor faces a tough uphill battle in a state that voted Republican in the presidential and senate races.
Failed deal to undo LGBT law marks rocky start for governor
North Carolina’s Democratic Governor-elect fights an uphill battle against GOP majority after efforts to repeal the state’s ‘bathroom bill’ fall through The deeply divided state voted Republican in the presidential and senate races, but elected a Democratic governor, making Cooper’s job very difficult House Bill 2, commonly known as the ‘bathroom bill’ has been blamed for job losses, canceled events, and staining North Carolina’s reputation He hasn’t even been sworn in yet, but several of his powers have already been stripped away by the state’s Republican-dominated legislature North Carolina’s next Democratic governor faces a tough uphill battle in a state that voted Republican in the presidential and senate races.
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 to Dissolve Foundation
President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday he will dissolve his charitable foundation amid efforts to eliminate any conflicts of interest before he takes office next month. The revelation comes as the New York attorney general’s office investigates the foundation following media reports that foundation spending went to benefit Trump’s campaign.
Trump to Dissolve Foundation
President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday he will dissolve his charitable foundation amid efforts to eliminate any conflicts of interest before he takes office next month. The revelation comes as the New York attorney general’s office investigates the foundation following media reports that foundation spending went to benefit Trump’s campaign.
US Sen. Klobuchar to run for re-election, not governor
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US Sen. Klobuchar to run for re-election, not governor
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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.
Charter school advocates shifting gears in South Carolina
The Charleston Charter School for Math and Science opened on Upper King Street in 2008. Since the state does not fund transportation at charter schools, the school spends about $330,000 per year on busing.
Charter school advocates shifting gears in South Carolina
The Charleston Charter School for Math and Science opened on Upper King Street in 2008. Since the state does not fund transportation at charter schools, the school spends about $330,000 per year on busing.
Inspiration part of first lady’s legacy
The initiatives of first lady Michelle Obama have served as both inspiration and eight years of teaching moments for many families — especially girls. “I think she stands for kindness in America,” said Alexis Shenkiryk, a 12-year-old in Del Mar, Calif.
Hawaii roots made Obama’s presidency special – ‘Mahalo, Mr. President’
Almost nine years ago, then-U.S. Sen. Barack Obama in giving his campaign-defining “More Perfect Union” speech set what many hoped would be the course to a new United States. Read More
Stars Celebrate Holidays With New Baby
Actors Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds attend the 2016 amfAR New York Gala at Cipriani Wall Street, on Feb. 10, 2016, in New York City Model Behati Prinsloo and musician Adam Levine arrive at the 2015 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, on Feb. 22, 2015, in Beverly Hills, California. There is nothing like baby’s first Christmas , even if it’s the parents who will remember it more than the kids.
Trump says he will dissolve foundation amid NY investigation
President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday he will dissolve his charitable foundation amid efforts to eliminate any conflicts of interest before he takes office next month. The revelation comes as the New York attorney general’s office investigates the foundation following media reports that foundation spending went to benefit Trump’s campaign.
Republicans on taxes: Cut rates, brackets but what about deficit
Congressional Republicans are planning a massive overhaul of the nation’s tax system next year, a heavy political lift that could ultimately affect families at every income level and businesses of every size. Their goal is to simplify a complicated tax code that rewards wealthy people with smart accountants, and corporations that can easily shift profits – and jobs – overseas.
Obama’s energy provision hurts Alaska: Bans on oil and gas leasing…
Once again, President Barack Obama has acted in a manner detrimental to Alaska and to the nation’s energy needs.