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Trump and aides turn their fire on former Federal Bureau of Investigation director James Comey
- June 14, 2017
President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference with Romanian President Klaus Werner Iohannis in the Rose Garden at the White House, Friday, June 9, 2017, in Washington . Asked if he saw it as an 'order, ' Comey replied 'yes'. The leaders of the House Russia investigation, Reps. If either Trump's testimony or memos written by Comey about his conversations with the president turn out to be untrue, either man could be charged with lying to federal investigators. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference with Romanian President Klaus Werner Iohannis in the Rose Garden at the White House, Friday, June 9, 2017, in Washington . Asked if he saw it as an 'order, ' Comey replied 'yes'. The leaders of the House Russia investigation, Reps. If either Trump's testimony or memos written by Comey about his conversations with the president turn out to be untrue, either man could be charged with lying to federal investigators. (more...)
French Open 2017 Results
- June 14, 2017
The Latvian teenager became the surprise package of the French Open when she overpowered one of the game's best defenders to move to her first Grand Slam semi-final. So after being down 2-1 in the third set, Ostapenko grabbed the last five games, smiling and shouting and pumping her fist at the end. As a result of the rain delays, Tuesday's scheduled men's quarter-finals involving Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal were postponed until Wednesday morning. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
The Latvian teenager became the surprise package of the French Open when she overpowered one of the game's best defenders to move to her first Grand Slam semi-final. So after being down 2-1 in the third set, Ostapenko grabbed the last five games, smiling and shouting and pumping her fist at the end. As a result of the rain delays, Tuesday's scheduled men's quarter-finals involving Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal were postponed until Wednesday morning. (more...)
Lynch action on Clinton inquiry 'totally illegal'
- June 14, 2017
While Trump has disputed reports about claims by former FBI director James Comey - who told the Senate last week he believes Trump fired him because he refused to drop the Russian Federation investigation - the president has also tried to shift the focus to Comey's criticism of Lynch . (more...)
- June 14, 2017
While Trump has disputed reports about claims by former FBI director James Comey - who told the Senate last week he believes Trump fired him because he refused to drop the Russian Federation investigation - the president has also tried to shift the focus to Comey's criticism of Lynch . (more...)
Preet Bharara says Trump attempted to build relationship before firing him
- June 14, 2017
According to Bharara, Trump was not president yet. "You know, it doesn't bother me". On Sunday, Bharara told ABC that Trump fired him after a series of "unusual" phone calls, which made him feel that the president could be trying to undermine his independence as a federal prosecutor. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
According to Bharara, Trump was not president yet. "You know, it doesn't bother me". On Sunday, Bharara told ABC that Trump fired him after a series of "unusual" phone calls, which made him feel that the president could be trying to undermine his independence as a federal prosecutor. (more...)
Tower block blaze: What we know
- June 14, 2017
A number of people have been killed. On Twitter, London Mayor Sadiq Khan said the fire was declared a major incident; he and other city officials are spreading information about how survivors and families can find one another or report someone missing. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
A number of people have been killed. On Twitter, London Mayor Sadiq Khan said the fire was declared a major incident; he and other city officials are spreading information about how survivors and families can find one another or report someone missing. (more...)
Girl uses 'Hunger Games' knowledge to save friend
- June 14, 2017
A 12-year-old girl from MA has proved herself worthy of being the heroine of her own action series, after using first aid she learned from The Hunger Games to save her friend's life. George was rushed to the hospital and is since doing fine. Paramedics say that the situation could have been much worse if Mackenzie had continued to lose blood - and it's all thanks to Megan's quick-thinking under pressure. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
A 12-year-old girl from MA has proved herself worthy of being the heroine of her own action series, after using first aid she learned from The Hunger Games to save her friend's life. George was rushed to the hospital and is since doing fine. Paramedics say that the situation could have been much worse if Mackenzie had continued to lose blood - and it's all thanks to Megan's quick-thinking under pressure. (more...)
House Majority Whip Steve Scalise, aides shot at baseball practice in Virginia
- June 14, 2017
Brooks also says at least five others were hit. Some 50 shots were reportedly fired. Steve Scalisce of Louisiana was shot, as well as his aides, the network has confirmed. Mo Brooks who used his belt as a tourniquet to stop his bleeding. White House spokesman Sean Spicer said via Twitter that the president and vice president were aware of the "developing situation". (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Brooks also says at least five others were hit. Some 50 shots were reportedly fired. Steve Scalisce of Louisiana was shot, as well as his aides, the network has confirmed. Mo Brooks who used his belt as a tourniquet to stop his bleeding. White House spokesman Sean Spicer said via Twitter that the president and vice president were aware of the "developing situation". (more...)
Saudi Arabia and allies release Qatar 'terror list'
- June 14, 2017
The blockade was announced Monday, as these nations were anxious about Qatar getting too cozy with Iran, who they view as a threat. Taking what appeared to be a different position to Trump's hard line, US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson made clear on Friday he expected all parties to end the crisis. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
The blockade was announced Monday, as these nations were anxious about Qatar getting too cozy with Iran, who they view as a threat. Taking what appeared to be a different position to Trump's hard line, US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson made clear on Friday he expected all parties to end the crisis. (more...)
Some killed in London tower block fire - fire brigade
- June 14, 2017
Witnesses said no fire alarm was sounded. "I ran around the building looking for a fire escape and couldn't see any noticeable fire escapes around the building". "You can't get away from a fire on the 18th floor, but God's grace, they got away". "It's a bit early to start pointing fingers, I would have thought". (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Witnesses said no fire alarm was sounded. "I ran around the building looking for a fire escape and couldn't see any noticeable fire escapes around the building". "You can't get away from a fire on the 18th floor, but God's grace, they got away". "It's a bit early to start pointing fingers, I would have thought". (more...)
Democrats Fuming Over Sessions' Refusal to Answer Questions
- June 14, 2017
During an interview with NBC News, President Trump said he fired former FBI director James Comey because of his handling of the Russian Federation investigation. "You're impeding this investigation", he said . There are none, Senator Wyden . "No, I don't believe I ever did", Sessions said. "Sir, I have just a few more minutes", Harris said. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
During an interview with NBC News, President Trump said he fired former FBI director James Comey because of his handling of the Russian Federation investigation. "You're impeding this investigation", he said . There are none, Senator Wyden . "No, I don't believe I ever did", Sessions said. "Sir, I have just a few more minutes", Harris said. (more...)
'We Are Still In': US Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Paris Agreement
- June 14, 2017
Pittsburgh is standing by Paris - and so are 200-plus other USA cities. - despite President Donald Trump's announcement last week that he will withdraw the US from the landmark Paris Agreement on climate change . But within hours of Trump's announcement, a coalition of 211 US mayors said their cities will honor the commitments and goals of the deal anyway. Importantly, it is also out of step with what is happening in the United States", reads the letter , which says that in the ... (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Pittsburgh is standing by Paris - and so are 200-plus other USA cities. - despite President Donald Trump's announcement last week that he will withdraw the US from the landmark Paris Agreement on climate change . But within hours of Trump's announcement, a coalition of 211 US mayors said their cities will honor the commitments and goals of the deal anyway. Importantly, it is also out of step with what is happening in the United States", reads the letter , which says that in the ... (more...)
Senior Cabinet minister offer support to United Kingdom prime minister
- June 14, 2017
He said the Government's position remained that there must be no departure from the letter of the Belfast Agreement and he would be "closely monitoring" any agreement between the Conservatives and the DUP to ensure that the "rigorous impartiality" required of the two governments was maintained. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
He said the Government's position remained that there must be no departure from the letter of the Belfast Agreement and he would be "closely monitoring" any agreement between the Conservatives and the DUP to ensure that the "rigorous impartiality" required of the two governments was maintained. (more...)
Trump says Comey lied under oath, remains coy on 'tapes'
- June 14, 2017
Mr Trump also asserted that Mr Comey's comments Thursday, in which the former FBI director implied that the president fired him for pressing forward with the Russian Federation investigation, had failed to prove any collusion between the Trump campaign and Moscow nor any obstruction of justice. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Mr Trump also asserted that Mr Comey's comments Thursday, in which the former FBI director implied that the president fired him for pressing forward with the Russian Federation investigation, had failed to prove any collusion between the Trump campaign and Moscow nor any obstruction of justice. (more...)
DUP meet May in London as concern grows about implications for Stormont
- June 14, 2017
He noted that even her new chief of staff, Gavin Barwell (an MP who was ousted on June 8), had spoken up on the need for a different approach on global students in the past while insisting public concern about immigration remained an issue. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
He noted that even her new chief of staff, Gavin Barwell (an MP who was ousted on June 8), had spoken up on the need for a different approach on global students in the past while insisting public concern about immigration remained an issue. (more...)
Trump willing to testify, won't say if tapes of Comey talks exist
- June 14, 2017
The former FBI chief described being pressured by Trump to end the FBI's investigation of Russian contacts by Michael Flynn , who had briefly served as White House national security advisor. "I can definitively say that the president is not a liar, and frankly I'm insulted by that question", Sanders said at a White House press briefing. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
The former FBI chief described being pressured by Trump to end the FBI's investigation of Russian contacts by Michael Flynn , who had briefly served as White House national security advisor. "I can definitively say that the president is not a liar, and frankly I'm insulted by that question", Sanders said at a White House press briefing. (more...)
Russian Federation probe: Attorney General Jeff Sessions to appear before Senate Intelligence Committee
- June 14, 2017
Comey's recent testimony before the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, it is important that I have an opportunity to address these matters in the appropriate forum", Sessions wrote to Alabama Senator Richard Shelby, who heads an appropriations subcommittee that authorizes spending by the Justice Department. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Comey's recent testimony before the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, it is important that I have an opportunity to address these matters in the appropriate forum", Sessions wrote to Alabama Senator Richard Shelby, who heads an appropriations subcommittee that authorizes spending by the Justice Department. (more...)
Sessions vows to defend himself against 'false allegations'
- June 14, 2017
Certainly nothing improper occurred. On the same day, we provided that reporter with the information related to the meeting I and my staff had held in my Senate office with Ambassador Kislyak, as well as the brief encounter in July after a speech that I had given during the convention in Cleveland, Ohio. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Certainly nothing improper occurred. On the same day, we provided that reporter with the information related to the meeting I and my staff had held in my Senate office with Ambassador Kislyak, as well as the brief encounter in July after a speech that I had given during the convention in Cleveland, Ohio. (more...)
North Korea Warns ICBM Test 'Not Too Far Away' Now
- June 14, 2017
North Korea fired what appeared to be several land-to-ship missiles off its east coast on Thursday, South Korea's military said , a day after the South postponed full deployment of a controversial USA anti-missile system created to deter a North Korean attack. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
North Korea fired what appeared to be several land-to-ship missiles off its east coast on Thursday, South Korea's military said , a day after the South postponed full deployment of a controversial USA anti-missile system created to deter a North Korean attack. (more...)
Trump partially denies Comey's testimony, mum on existence of recordings
- June 14, 2017
Also, Trump supposedly asked for a public statement that he was not under investigation . "Lordy, I hope there are tapes", Comey said at his hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday. "Well, I will tell you I didn't say that", Mr Trump said before adding, "and there would be nothing wrong if I did say that according to everybody that I've read today ". (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Also, Trump supposedly asked for a public statement that he was not under investigation . "Lordy, I hope there are tapes", Comey said at his hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday. "Well, I will tell you I didn't say that", Mr Trump said before adding, "and there would be nothing wrong if I did say that according to everybody that I've read today ". (more...)
Korea to take actions to ease military tensions
- June 14, 2017
North Korea often accuses South Korea of kidnapping its citizens or enticing them to defect to the South. In January, Mr Trump tweeted: 'North Korea just stated that it is in the final stages of developing a nuclear weapon capable of reaching parts of the U.S. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
North Korea often accuses South Korea of kidnapping its citizens or enticing them to defect to the South. In January, Mr Trump tweeted: 'North Korea just stated that it is in the final stages of developing a nuclear weapon capable of reaching parts of the U.S. (more...)
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