DNC raises concerns about Facebook’s ability to catch trolls
The Democratic National Committee wrote to Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg before Thanksgiving to raise concerns about the company’s ability to…
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Kennedy says he’s done talking about Ukraine, as Senate GOP is sharply divided on the issue
Republican Sen. John Kennedy said he’s done talking about Ukraine, days after stirring up a controversy with his on-again, off-again, on-again…
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Isakson calls for true bipartisanship and praises colleagues on both sides of the aisle in farewell speech
Outgoing Sen. Johnny Isakson gave a farewell speech on Tuesday in which he urged his colleagues to work together across the aisle and act from the…
Continue Reading The 33 most outlandish lines from Donald Trump’s news conference with Justin Trudeau
On Tuesday, as part of NATO meetings in London, President Donald Trump sat down with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to chat. The two men took…
Continue Reading Money woes reshape 2020 Democratic presidential field two months before Iowa
Sen. Kamala Harris‘ abrupt departure Tuesday from the 2020 presidential race underscores how much the financial landscape has shifted for…
Continue Reading READ: Rep. Duncan Hunter’s plea agreement
California Republican Rep. Duncan Hunter pleaded guilty on Tuesday to federal corruption charges stemming from his misuse of more than $200,000 in…
Continue Reading Senators grill State Department official on GOP’s promotion of debunked Ukraine conspiracy theory
A Senate hearing on Russia policy became a platform for Democrats to hammer home the point that President Donald Trump, some of his senior officials…
Continue Reading READ: Rep. Duncan Hunter’s plea agreement
California Republican Rep. Duncan Hunter pleaded guilty on Tuesday to federal corruption charges stemming from his misuse of more than $200,000 in…
Continue Reading Democrats obtained phone records showing how Trump allies coordinated ‘false narratives’
Armed with never-before-seen phone records, Democrats on Tuesday accused President Donald Trump’s allies of coordinating with a conservative…
Continue Reading Kamala Harris tried to be everything to everyone — and failed
Quick — tell me in 10 words or less why Kamala Harris was running for president. Was it: a) To be a populist fighter “for the…
Continue Reading Here’s why the impeachment polling isn’t moving
The impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump has had little impact on public opinion. In late November, just like in October, 50% of Americans…
Continue Reading Graham says he’s ‘1,000% confident’ Russia meddled in 2016 US election — not Ukraine
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham on Tuesday said he is “1,000% confident” that Russia, not Ukraine, meddled in the 2016 US presidential…
Continue Reading Phantom phone call? Timeline suggests there was no Trump-Sondland phone call on Sept. 9
President Donald Trump keeps pointing to a phone call that supposedly happened on September 9 as a key element in his defense of his conduct in the…
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GOP-led committee probed possible Ukraine interference in 2016 election and found nothing worth pursuing, sources say
The Republican-controlled Senate Intelligence Committee looked into allegations that Ukraine interfered in the 2016 election and found no evidence to…
Continue Reading Trump says he doesn’t know Prince Andrew. Photos tell a different story.
US President Donald Trump told reporters on Tuesday that he doesn’t know Britain’s Prince Andrew, despite being photographed with him on…
Continue Reading 1 sentence that perfectly explains Donald Trump’s ostrich-like approach to the presidency
In late June 2017, President Donald Trump huddled with Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner and then-communications aide Hope Hicks to figure out how to…
Continue Reading The key demographics of the Democratic Party are fragmenting
The continuing uncertainty in the Democratic presidential primary has a hole the size of Barack Obama at its center. One reason the race remains so…
Continue Reading Rep. Duncan Hunter pleads guilty for misusing campaign funds
Republican Rep. Duncan Hunter pleaded guilty on Tuesday to federal corruption charges stemming from his misuse of more than $200,000 in campaign…
Continue Reading Trump is lining up new tariffs. Here’s what they mean for you
Unless President Donald Trump backs down, Americans will soon be paying new tariffs on Chinese-made iPhones and toys, as well as French champagne and…
Continue Reading Appeals court says banks must turn over Trump financial records to House Democrats
Two banks must turn over President Donald Trump’s financial records to the Democrat-controlled US House of Representatives, dealing another…
Continue Reading What is happening with Elizabeth Warren?
Less than two months ago, it looked as though Elizabeth Warren might just run away with the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination. The…
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Construction company building private wall for Sunland Park group with Trump ties wins government contract
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico — A company touted by White House officials — and that’s already building sections of border wall for a…
Continue Reading Trump announces G7 to be hosted at Camp David after Doral reversal
After a dramatic back and forth over where the next G7 will be hosted, Donald Trump announced Tuesday that the summit will be hosted at the Camp…
Continue Reading SEAL at center of war crimes case retires from Navy as planned
Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher has retired from the Navy, capping off a career that gained national attention when President Donald Trump controversially…
Continue Reading New GOP report defies reality with Trump exoneration
A new report aimed at defending Donald Trump against Democratic claims of abuse of power represented a remarkable demonstration of the…
Continue Reading Trump holds lucrative fundraiser in between NATO meetings
President Donald Trump attended a lucrative fundraiser with wealthy Americans residing in London in between meetings ahead of the NATO summit on…
Continue Reading Another Republican elected official doesn’t know the basic facts on Ukraine and 2016
Here’s a real exchange that happened on planet Earth Monday night between CNN’s Chris Cuomo and Texas Republican Rep. Randy Weber: WEBER:…
Continue Reading READ: Appeals court ruling on Deutsche Bank and Trump’s financial records
The 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday said the Democrat-controlled US House of Representatives may subpoena President Donald Trump’s…
Continue Reading Navy issues memo stressing ethical behavior in wake of SEAL controversy
US Navy leadership is emphasizing “responsibility for ethical and professional behavior” in the wake of a controversy over President…
Continue Reading That smart TV you just bought may be spying on you, FBI warns
Those Black Friday and Cyber Monday super sales are not only a boon for your bank account, but may also reap serious rewards for cyber criminals…
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