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Trump to sign executive orders targeting trade abuses
- March 31, 2017
He will direct a report in 90 days, but Ross said the administration won't necessarily wait that long to take action. "It will demonstrate the administration's intention not to hip-shoot, not to do anything casual, not to do anything abruptly, but to take a very measured and analytical approach, both to analyzing the problem and therefore to developing the solutions for it", he said. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
He will direct a report in 90 days, but Ross said the administration won't necessarily wait that long to take action. "It will demonstrate the administration's intention not to hip-shoot, not to do anything casual, not to do anything abruptly, but to take a very measured and analytical approach, both to analyzing the problem and therefore to developing the solutions for it", he said. (more...)
SUPREME COURT SHOWDOWN: Schumer signals the Gorsuch confirmation will go 'nuclear'
- March 31, 2017
But because Supreme Court nominees spend several long days in televised hearings, they still manage to reveal a few things about themselves, professionally and personally. Lee said it's time for Democrats to move past the Garland controversy. Democrats, though, seemed more interested in knowing when Gorsuch might decide a past decision needs to be jettisoned, and which ones in particular. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
But because Supreme Court nominees spend several long days in televised hearings, they still manage to reveal a few things about themselves, professionally and personally. Lee said it's time for Democrats to move past the Garland controversy. Democrats, though, seemed more interested in knowing when Gorsuch might decide a past decision needs to be jettisoned, and which ones in particular. (more...)
President Trump And Paul Ryan Press Republicans For Lack Of Support
- March 31, 2017
Without votes from the Freedom Caucus or Democrats , House Republicans did not have enough votes to pass the bill. A slim majority - 52 percent - say it is, but almost as many - 47 percent - say it's not. And one member of the conservative Freedom Caucus that helped scuttle the bill, Rep. Mo Brooks, R-Alabama, said he didn't know if Republicans could come together. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
Without votes from the Freedom Caucus or Democrats , House Republicans did not have enough votes to pass the bill. A slim majority - 52 percent - say it is, but almost as many - 47 percent - say it's not. And one member of the conservative Freedom Caucus that helped scuttle the bill, Rep. Mo Brooks, R-Alabama, said he didn't know if Republicans could come together. (more...)
Former Korean President Park Geun-hye is Arrested
- March 31, 2017
The Seoul Central District Court on Friday approved prosecutors' request to arrest Park, citing worries that she may try to destroy evidence. Being taken into custody will be a dramatic step in the disgrace of South Korea's first woman president, and is a key demand of the millions of people who took to the streets to protest against her as the scandal engulfed her leadership a year ago. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
The Seoul Central District Court on Friday approved prosecutors' request to arrest Park, citing worries that she may try to destroy evidence. Being taken into custody will be a dramatic step in the disgrace of South Korea's first woman president, and is a key demand of the millions of people who took to the streets to protest against her as the scandal engulfed her leadership a year ago. (more...)
North Korean murder suspects flew home with body of Kim Jong Nam
- March 31, 2017
Kim Jong Nam, who was the estranged, elder half-brother of Kim Jong-un, was passed over for the North Korean succession. An worldwide confrontation ensued. According to Malaysian investigators, two young women approached Kim as he waited for a flight and smeared VX nerve agent - a banned chemical weapon - on his face. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
Kim Jong Nam, who was the estranged, elder half-brother of Kim Jong-un, was passed over for the North Korean succession. An worldwide confrontation ensued. According to Malaysian investigators, two young women approached Kim as he waited for a flight and smeared VX nerve agent - a banned chemical weapon - on his face. (more...)
USA officials say Trump associates may have coordinated with Russians
- March 31, 2017
People connected to the campaign were in contact and it appeared they were giving the thumbs up to release information when it was ready . "The last line of said, 'The FBI can not yet prove that collusion took place'". The Russian operation was also in part focused on the publication of so-called "fake news" stories aimed at undermining Hillary Clinton's campaign. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
People connected to the campaign were in contact and it appeared they were giving the thumbs up to release information when it was ready . "The last line of said, 'The FBI can not yet prove that collusion took place'". The Russian operation was also in part focused on the publication of so-called "fake news" stories aimed at undermining Hillary Clinton's campaign. (more...)
Egypt's Mubarak free to go home for 1st time since 2011
- March 31, 2017
The 88-year-old left a Cairo military hospital for his home in the Heliopolis neighbourhood. Mubarak, who became president in 1981 after the assassination of President Anwar Sadat, was initially held in Torah Prison before being transferred to the hospital due to his deteriorating medical condition. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
The 88-year-old left a Cairo military hospital for his home in the Heliopolis neighbourhood. Mubarak, who became president in 1981 after the assassination of President Anwar Sadat, was initially held in Torah Prison before being transferred to the hospital due to his deteriorating medical condition. (more...)
Speaker spurns health care talks with Dems
- March 31, 2017
President Donald Trump lashed out at the House Freedom Caucus on Thursday, and swore that he would "fight" them in 2018 if they didn't start backing his agenda. Democrats learned a valuable lesson last week as they watched Republicans sink their own health care bill. President Trump suggested he may campaign against members of the House Freedom Caucus in the 2018 midterm elections. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
President Donald Trump lashed out at the House Freedom Caucus on Thursday, and swore that he would "fight" them in 2018 if they didn't start backing his agenda. Democrats learned a valuable lesson last week as they watched Republicans sink their own health care bill. President Trump suggested he may campaign against members of the House Freedom Caucus in the 2018 midterm elections. (more...)
Trump to host China's Xi at Florida resort next week
- March 31, 2017
Trump set the tone for what could be a tense meeting at his Mar-a-Lago retreat next week by tweeting on Thursday that the United States could no longer tolerate massive trade deficits and job losses. "There are big issues of national and economic security that need to get addressed, and I think there's going to be a lot on the table when it comes to that over the two days that they will talk". (more...)
- March 31, 2017
Trump set the tone for what could be a tense meeting at his Mar-a-Lago retreat next week by tweeting on Thursday that the United States could no longer tolerate massive trade deficits and job losses. "There are big issues of national and economic security that need to get addressed, and I think there's going to be a lot on the table when it comes to that over the two days that they will talk". (more...)
Putin denies Russian meddling: 'Watch my lips. No!'
- March 31, 2017
Russian President Vladimir Putin listens during a live video link with Russian Arctic natural gas port Sabetta, in Arkhangelsk, Russia, Thursday, March 30, 2017. 'We said on numerous occasions and I reiterate that we are confident ... The unexpected size and scope of the protests raised questions about Kremlin strategy -whether it would try to address the protesters' issues or try to undermine or overtly suppress the opposition. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
Russian President Vladimir Putin listens during a live video link with Russian Arctic natural gas port Sabetta, in Arkhangelsk, Russia, Thursday, March 30, 2017. 'We said on numerous occasions and I reiterate that we are confident ... The unexpected size and scope of the protests raised questions about Kremlin strategy -whether it would try to address the protesters' issues or try to undermine or overtly suppress the opposition. (more...)
Turkey threatens to end European Union migrant deal over ban on ministers campaigning
- March 31, 2017
Cavusoglu did not welcome the victory for Rutte's centre-right People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD). 'There is no difference between the mindsets of Geert Wilders and social democrats in the Netherlands. In an effort to achieve a "yes" vote in the referendum, Erdogan is heavily relying on support from the 5.5 million Turkish citizens living overseas. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
Cavusoglu did not welcome the victory for Rutte's centre-right People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD). 'There is no difference between the mindsets of Geert Wilders and social democrats in the Netherlands. In an effort to achieve a "yes" vote in the referendum, Erdogan is heavily relying on support from the 5.5 million Turkish citizens living overseas. (more...)
King, Snohomish counties at odds with feds over immigration
- March 31, 2017
ICE issues detainers to federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to provide notice of its intent to assume custody of a removable alien. The crimes covered range from unspecified traffic violations to murder charges. Federal judges have ruled in the past that localities aren't obliged to honor the detainer requests, as they are not warrants signed by judges and not legally binding. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
ICE issues detainers to federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to provide notice of its intent to assume custody of a removable alien. The crimes covered range from unspecified traffic violations to murder charges. Federal judges have ruled in the past that localities aren't obliged to honor the detainer requests, as they are not warrants signed by judges and not legally binding. (more...)
North Carolina Repeals Portions Of Controversial 'Bathroom Bill'
- March 31, 2017
It was sent to Gov. Roy Cooper for his signature. While lawmakers repealed the much-criticized provision that said transgender people must use the public bathrooms that correspond to the sex on their birth certificate, activists complained that the new law still denies gay and transgender people certain protections from discrimination. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
It was sent to Gov. Roy Cooper for his signature. While lawmakers repealed the much-criticized provision that said transgender people must use the public bathrooms that correspond to the sex on their birth certificate, activists complained that the new law still denies gay and transgender people certain protections from discrimination. (more...)
Freed Malaysians arrive home from Pyongyang after Kim Jong Nam row
- March 31, 2017
Nine Malaysians who were detained in North Korea have arrived home, after the two countries apparently struck a deal to end a diplomatic row. - March 10: Malaysian police say they have confirmed the dead man's identity as Kim Jong-Nam but refuse to reveal how his identity was determined. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
Nine Malaysians who were detained in North Korea have arrived home, after the two countries apparently struck a deal to end a diplomatic row. - March 10: Malaysian police say they have confirmed the dead man's identity as Kim Jong-Nam but refuse to reveal how his identity was determined. (more...)
Top EU Brexit official says Brexit would stun Churchill
- March 31, 2017
After Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary said the impact of Brexit could leave us at risk of having no flights to or from Europe from the United Kingdom, the low-budget airline is attempting to cheer up holidaymakers by having a Brexit flash sale. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
After Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary said the impact of Brexit could leave us at risk of having no flights to or from Europe from the United Kingdom, the low-budget airline is attempting to cheer up holidaymakers by having a Brexit flash sale. (more...)
Funes Mori ruled out for the season
- March 31, 2017
His injury is likely to leave Everton manager Ronald Koeman short of options in defence as right back Seamus Coleman is also set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after breaking his leg in global play last week. Midfielder James McCarthy, meanwhile, did not even make it to kick-off in Dublin after aggravating a hamstring problem in the warm-up. They have nine Premier League matches left in a bid to clinch a Champions League spot, with crucial matches against top-four rivals Liverpool ... (more...)
- March 31, 2017
His injury is likely to leave Everton manager Ronald Koeman short of options in defence as right back Seamus Coleman is also set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after breaking his leg in global play last week. Midfielder James McCarthy, meanwhile, did not even make it to kick-off in Dublin after aggravating a hamstring problem in the warm-up. They have nine Premier League matches left in a bid to clinch a Champions League spot, with crucial matches against top-four rivals Liverpool ... (more...)
London terrorist sent encrypted message on WhatsApp just before attack
- March 31, 2017
That prompted UK's house secretary Amber Rudd to pressure WhatsApp and other services to rethink their approach to encryption. WhatsApp, Apple and other tech companies utilising end to end encryption have yet to respond to these requests. Apple found itself ensnarled in the debate a year ago as authorities sought to unlock the phones of the San Bernardino shooters, who killed 14 people at a center for adults with disabilities in December 2015. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
That prompted UK's house secretary Amber Rudd to pressure WhatsApp and other services to rethink their approach to encryption. WhatsApp, Apple and other tech companies utilising end to end encryption have yet to respond to these requests. Apple found itself ensnarled in the debate a year ago as authorities sought to unlock the phones of the San Bernardino shooters, who killed 14 people at a center for adults with disabilities in December 2015. (more...)
Trump threatened Sanford with primary opponent if he voted against repeal
- March 31, 2017
The White House is not allowed to direct the outside groups on what to do; those groups typically use public statements by the president and others to determine how to use their resources. "Each person has their own level of capacity to accept or reject stress", Biggs added. Trump's message wasn't subtle - nor was it random. "If I can do those things, re-election will take care of itself". (more...)
- March 31, 2017
The White House is not allowed to direct the outside groups on what to do; those groups typically use public statements by the president and others to determine how to use their resources. "Each person has their own level of capacity to accept or reject stress", Biggs added. Trump's message wasn't subtle - nor was it random. "If I can do those things, re-election will take care of itself". (more...)
Hawaii Judge Extends Court Order Blocking Trump's Travel Ban
- March 31, 2017
The ban aims to close U.S. borders to nationals of Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen for 90 days, and all refugees for at least 120 days. Judge Watson's previous ruling found that the revised version of US President Donald Trump's travel ban against travelers from six Muslim countries violated the Establishment Clause of the US Constitution. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
The ban aims to close U.S. borders to nationals of Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen for 90 days, and all refugees for at least 120 days. Judge Watson's previous ruling found that the revised version of US President Donald Trump's travel ban against travelers from six Muslim countries violated the Establishment Clause of the US Constitution. (more...)
Seattle sues Trump over order to withhold funding from 'sanctuary cities'
- March 31, 2017
This fiscal year, the Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs and Community Oriented Policing Services expect to award more than $4.1 billion in grants, Sessions said. There certainly have been a handful of high-profile and tragic cases in recent years involving immigrants in the country illegally who were released by local jails, despite the federal government's efforts to detain them for civil immigration violations. (more...)
- March 31, 2017
This fiscal year, the Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs and Community Oriented Policing Services expect to award more than $4.1 billion in grants, Sessions said. There certainly have been a handful of high-profile and tragic cases in recent years involving immigrants in the country illegally who were released by local jails, despite the federal government's efforts to detain them for civil immigration violations. (more...)
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