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FBI probe moves into White House
- May 25, 2017
It says the president then told Russia's foreign minister and ambassador that he "faced great pressure because of Russian Federation". The Times report is the latest in what has been a steady stream of news that has arisen out of Trump's decision to fire Comey and which threatens to overshadow Trump's foreign travel. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
It says the president then told Russia's foreign minister and ambassador that he "faced great pressure because of Russian Federation". The Times report is the latest in what has been a steady stream of news that has arisen out of Trump's decision to fire Comey and which threatens to overshadow Trump's foreign travel. (more...)
Trump unveils first budget with $3.6-trillion spending cut
- May 25, 2017
Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, asked if he's concerned about the message sent by slashing the Medicaid program for the poor and disabled. "The president is essentially abandoning many people the economy has left behind - a large number of whom voted for him - and is pursuing policies that would make their lives more hard than they already are", said Robert Greenstein, president of the left-leaning Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, asked if he's concerned about the message sent by slashing the Medicaid program for the poor and disabled. "The president is essentially abandoning many people the economy has left behind - a large number of whom voted for him - and is pursuing policies that would make their lives more hard than they already are", said Robert Greenstein, president of the left-leaning Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. (more...)
Here's the latest on the Manchester bombing investigation
- May 25, 2017
Home Secretary Amber Rudd said Salman Abedi , who killed 22 people and wounded dozens at an Ariana Grande concert Monday night in Manchester , had been known to security forces "up to a point". The Washington Post reported last week that President Donald Trump had shared with Russian Federation sensitive information from a USA intelligence partner about an Islamic State plot. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Home Secretary Amber Rudd said Salman Abedi , who killed 22 people and wounded dozens at an Ariana Grande concert Monday night in Manchester , had been known to security forces "up to a point". The Washington Post reported last week that President Donald Trump had shared with Russian Federation sensitive information from a USA intelligence partner about an Islamic State plot. (more...)
Ivanka Trump And Melania Trump Say Hi To Holy Land
- May 25, 2017
The first lady appears to swat her husband's hand away with a visible flick of her wrist. The Trumps are in the middle of a five-day tour through Saudi Arabia, Israel , Belgium and Italy - their first overseas trip together as President and First Lady. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
The first lady appears to swat her husband's hand away with a visible flick of her wrist. The Trumps are in the middle of a five-day tour through Saudi Arabia, Israel , Belgium and Italy - their first overseas trip together as President and First Lady. (more...)
France prepares to extend state of emergency following Manchester attack
- May 25, 2017
The state of emergency, which among other powers allows authorities to search properties or issue a house arrest without judicial oversight, is due to elapse in France on July 15. Earlier, Interior Minister Gerard Collomb said French authorities had learned from British investigators that the suspect in the Manchester bombing, British-born Salman Abedi, had traveled to Libya and probably Syria. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
The state of emergency, which among other powers allows authorities to search properties or issue a house arrest without judicial oversight, is due to elapse in France on July 15. Earlier, Interior Minister Gerard Collomb said French authorities had learned from British investigators that the suspect in the Manchester bombing, British-born Salman Abedi, had traveled to Libya and probably Syria. (more...)
Trump's Mid East envoy to return to Israel for follow-up visit
- May 25, 2017
After one of multiple standing ovations during his speech Tuesday at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem , a beaming Trump joked with the crowd, "Thank you". On the surface of it, Trump did what millions of tourists do: visited Yad Vashem, the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Israel Museum. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
After one of multiple standing ovations during his speech Tuesday at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem , a beaming Trump joked with the crowd, "Thank you". On the surface of it, Trump did what millions of tourists do: visited Yad Vashem, the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Israel Museum. (more...)
Duterte declares martial rule in besieged south Philippines
- May 25, 2017
Newly arrived from Moscow, just hours after cutting short his diplomatic visit to Russia , Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte stepped behind a lectern to explain his decision to declare martial law in the southern island of Mindanao. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Newly arrived from Moscow, just hours after cutting short his diplomatic visit to Russia , Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte stepped behind a lectern to explain his decision to declare martial law in the southern island of Mindanao. (more...)
Trump extends protected status for 59000 Haitians
- May 25, 2017
Typically, TPS extensions have been for 18 months or longer. U.S. Representative Mario Rafael Diaz-Balart, a Republican whose district includes Miami, issued a statement Monday thanking "President [Donald] Trump and DHS Secretary Kelly for this TPS extension and I support the people of Haiti as they continue to rebuild". (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Typically, TPS extensions have been for 18 months or longer. U.S. Representative Mario Rafael Diaz-Balart, a Republican whose district includes Miami, issued a statement Monday thanking "President [Donald] Trump and DHS Secretary Kelly for this TPS extension and I support the people of Haiti as they continue to rebuild". (more...)
Sessions omitted foreign contacts from filing
- May 25, 2017
The department said Sessions' staff relied on the guidance of the FBI investigator handling the background check, who advised that meetings with foreign dignitaries "connected with Senate activities" did not have to be reported on the form. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
The department said Sessions' staff relied on the guidance of the FBI investigator handling the background check, who advised that meetings with foreign dignitaries "connected with Senate activities" did not have to be reported on the form. (more...)
Riyadh Visit Revealed Trump Fully Backing Israel, Sunni Arabs Against Iran
- May 25, 2017
Trump landed at Ben-Gurion International Airport for a two-day visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories as part of his first trip overseas since taking office. The White House reached a more than $100 billion arms deal with the Saudis ahead of the trip. Trump gave Netanyahu the same warning he gave Saudi King Salman, that Iran can not be allowed nuclear capabilities and its aggression must not go unchecked. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Trump landed at Ben-Gurion International Airport for a two-day visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories as part of his first trip overseas since taking office. The White House reached a more than $100 billion arms deal with the Saudis ahead of the trip. Trump gave Netanyahu the same warning he gave Saudi King Salman, that Iran can not be allowed nuclear capabilities and its aggression must not go unchecked. (more...)
Palestinians, Israel police clash at Jerusalem Old City gate
- May 25, 2017
Trump also expressed optimism that he can help facilitate peace between Israel and Palestinians. The President is urging the United States and Israel to boost cooperation against common threats, and declaring that Iran never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Trump also expressed optimism that he can help facilitate peace between Israel and Palestinians. The President is urging the United States and Israel to boost cooperation against common threats, and declaring that Iran never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon. (more...)
General Election campaigning remains suspended as terror threat level raised
- May 25, 2017
Political parties are set to suspend national campaigning general election campaigning until the weekend - but some candidates are already hitting the doorstep again. Prime Minister May is scheduled to meet fellow North Atlantic Treaty Organisation leaders during her visit to Brussels on Thursday before going on to Taormina in Italy for a G7 summit. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Political parties are set to suspend national campaigning general election campaigning until the weekend - but some candidates are already hitting the doorstep again. Prime Minister May is scheduled to meet fellow North Atlantic Treaty Organisation leaders during her visit to Brussels on Thursday before going on to Taormina in Italy for a G7 summit. (more...)
Trump vows to 'do everything' for Mideast peace
- May 25, 2017
He made these remarks in the presence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara. Trump , seemingly unamused, then posed for a photo with the controversial politician despite the awkward protests of Netanyahu , who attempted to push Hazan's arm away. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
He made these remarks in the presence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara. Trump , seemingly unamused, then posed for a photo with the controversial politician despite the awkward protests of Netanyahu , who attempted to push Hazan's arm away. (more...)
Trump praises Duterte for 'unbeliveable' crackdown on drugs
- May 25, 2017
Marawi bishop Edwin de la Pena said the militants forced their way into the Marawi Cathedral and seized 14 people, including a Catholic priest. Defence Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said one policeman and two soldiers were killed in the clashes, which began when security forces raided a house where they believed Isnilon Hapilon , a leader of the infamous Abu Sayyaf kidnap gang and Philippine head of IS, was hiding. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Marawi bishop Edwin de la Pena said the militants forced their way into the Marawi Cathedral and seized 14 people, including a Catholic priest. Defence Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said one policeman and two soldiers were killed in the clashes, which began when security forces raided a house where they believed Isnilon Hapilon , a leader of the infamous Abu Sayyaf kidnap gang and Philippine head of IS, was hiding. (more...)
Trump Told Russians Firing 'Nut Job' Comey Eased 'Great Pressure'
- May 25, 2017
US President Donald Trump denied colluding with Russian Federation during his 2016 election campaign or asking former FBI Director James Comey to drop a probe into his former national security adviser. President Trump was hit with another set of Russia-related allegations late Friday moments after departing on his first foreign trip as commander-in-chief, with one report claiming the president trash-talked James Comey in a meeting with Moscow dignitaries and another saying the Russian ... (more...)
- May 25, 2017
US President Donald Trump denied colluding with Russian Federation during his 2016 election campaign or asking former FBI Director James Comey to drop a probe into his former national security adviser. President Trump was hit with another set of Russia-related allegations late Friday moments after departing on his first foreign trip as commander-in-chief, with one report claiming the president trash-talked James Comey in a meeting with Moscow dignitaries and another saying the Russian ... (more...)
5th suspect in bombing arrested near Manchester
- May 25, 2017
The US intelligence official, who has direct knowledge of the investigation, said Abedi, whose family is of Libyan descent, was identified by a bank card found in his pocket at the scene of the explosion. However, he added that Abedi did not disclose he was heading for Manchester when he left Libya last week. Now he is a manager for the Central Security force in Tripoli. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
The US intelligence official, who has direct knowledge of the investigation, said Abedi, whose family is of Libyan descent, was identified by a bank card found in his pocket at the scene of the explosion. However, he added that Abedi did not disclose he was heading for Manchester when he left Libya last week. Now he is a manager for the Central Security force in Tripoli. (more...)
Iranian president calls U.S. relations 'a curvy road'
- May 25, 2017
Rouhani, long known as a cautious and mild-mannered establishment insider, reinvented himself as a bold champion of reform during the election campaign, which culminated on Friday in victory with more than 57 percent of the vote. "Unfortunately, under the hostile and aggressive policies of the American statesmen, we are witnessing a renewed strengthening of terrorist groups in the region and miscalculation of the dictatorships which support these groups", he said. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Rouhani, long known as a cautious and mild-mannered establishment insider, reinvented himself as a bold champion of reform during the election campaign, which culminated on Friday in victory with more than 57 percent of the vote. "Unfortunately, under the hostile and aggressive policies of the American statesmen, we are witnessing a renewed strengthening of terrorist groups in the region and miscalculation of the dictatorships which support these groups", he said. (more...)
Three arrested in connection to Manchester Arena attack
- May 25, 2017
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Cressida Dick, 2nd right, and Major General Ben Bathhurst, General Officer Commanding London District, right, meet soldiers and police officers on deployment in the Palace of Westminster, London , after Scotland Yard announced armed troops will be deployed to guard "key locations" such as Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, the Palace of Westminster and embassies Wednesday May 24, 2017 . (more...)
- May 25, 2017
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Cressida Dick, 2nd right, and Major General Ben Bathhurst, General Officer Commanding London District, right, meet soldiers and police officers on deployment in the Palace of Westminster, London , after Scotland Yard announced armed troops will be deployed to guard "key locations" such as Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, the Palace of Westminster and embassies Wednesday May 24, 2017 . (more...)
Svi Mykhailiuk announces return to KU basketball for senior season
- May 25, 2017
A Cherkasy, Ukraine, native, Mykhailiuk reached double figures in scoring in three out of the Jayhawks' four NCAA Tournament games this past season, including a 10-point effort on 4-for-7 shooting in the team's season-ending loss to OR in the Elite Eight. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
A Cherkasy, Ukraine, native, Mykhailiuk reached double figures in scoring in three out of the Jayhawks' four NCAA Tournament games this past season, including a 10-point effort on 4-for-7 shooting in the team's season-ending loss to OR in the Elite Eight. (more...)
U.S. intel chief declines comment on any Trump request about Russian Federation
- May 25, 2017
The interference, Brennan said, was aimed at both helping Trump and discrediting Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton, whom the Russians thought would likely win. Trump's rabid supporters threatened Mr. (Flynn was canned for misleading Pence about his Kislyak calls.) Outside, Lavrov jokingly feigned ignorance about the firing. (more...)
- May 25, 2017
The interference, Brennan said, was aimed at both helping Trump and discrediting Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton, whom the Russians thought would likely win. Trump's rabid supporters threatened Mr. (Flynn was canned for misleading Pence about his Kislyak calls.) Outside, Lavrov jokingly feigned ignorance about the firing. (more...)
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