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Lawmakers talk more security, packing a gun after shooting
- June 15, 2017
At least 50 shots were fired. Before becoming majority whip, Scalise was chairman of the conservative Republican Study Committee , which includes more than 170 conservative lawmakers. Rep. Mo Brooks, R-Ala., told CNN , people scattered when the shooting began. Brooks said that he helped by putting pressure on the wound as his colleague used scissors to cut Scalise's clothing. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
At least 50 shots were fired. Before becoming majority whip, Scalise was chairman of the conservative Republican Study Committee , which includes more than 170 conservative lawmakers. Rep. Mo Brooks, R-Ala., told CNN , people scattered when the shooting began. Brooks said that he helped by putting pressure on the wound as his colleague used scissors to cut Scalise's clothing. (more...)
'Bernie Would Have Won': Sanders Supporters See Hope In UK Election
- June 15, 2017
Jeremy Corbyn , the Labour Party leader has the vote of several British artists, which is not surprising. The BBC reports that the Tories lost 12, while Labour-the party of Corbyn-gained 29. It's also not the first time Americans have tried to figure out Corbyn's influence on the current political landscape. Farron said May "should be ashamed" and should resign "if she has an ounce of self respect...she called this election expecting a coronation, and took each and every one of us for ... (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Jeremy Corbyn , the Labour Party leader has the vote of several British artists, which is not surprising. The BBC reports that the Tories lost 12, while Labour-the party of Corbyn-gained 29. It's also not the first time Americans have tried to figure out Corbyn's influence on the current political landscape. Farron said May "should be ashamed" and should resign "if she has an ounce of self respect...she called this election expecting a coronation, and took each and every one of us for ... (more...)
Congressional Democrats sue Trump over foreign payments
- June 15, 2017
President Trump's ongoing failure to obtain the consent of Congress before accepting payments, benefits, or gifts from foreign states violates one of the Constitution's critical anti-corruption provisions: the Foreign Emoluments Clause . (more...)
- June 15, 2017
President Trump's ongoing failure to obtain the consent of Congress before accepting payments, benefits, or gifts from foreign states violates one of the Constitution's critical anti-corruption provisions: the Foreign Emoluments Clause . (more...)
Tourists warned to keep away from Notre Dame after police officer attacked
- June 15, 2017
An officer shot and wounded an assailant armed with a hammer and knives on the square outside Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on Tuesday afternoon, local authorities said. Lawrence Langner, a 73-year-old American, said he suddenly heard a commotion and two detonations like gunshots. At least one officer opened fire, injuring the attacker, who was hospitalized. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
An officer shot and wounded an assailant armed with a hammer and knives on the square outside Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on Tuesday afternoon, local authorities said. Lawrence Langner, a 73-year-old American, said he suddenly heard a commotion and two detonations like gunshots. At least one officer opened fire, injuring the attacker, who was hospitalized. (more...)
Resolution To Disavow 'Alt-Right' Divides Southern Baptists
- June 15, 2017
The resolution decries "every form of racism, including alt-right white supremacy and every form of racial and ethnic hatred as of the devil". The convention voted on resolutions at its gathering in Phoenix, the first since since the US presidential election, which riled the denomination's leadership over whether Trump, a thrice-married casino and real estate mogul, was morally fit for office. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
The resolution decries "every form of racism, including alt-right white supremacy and every form of racial and ethnic hatred as of the devil". The convention voted on resolutions at its gathering in Phoenix, the first since since the US presidential election, which riled the denomination's leadership over whether Trump, a thrice-married casino and real estate mogul, was morally fit for office. (more...)
California air base under lockdown due to 'security incident'
- June 15, 2017
Travis Air Force Base northeast of San Francisco is no longer on lockdown. "We are asking the public to avoid base perimeter fencing and other restricted areas for their own safety", said Lt. "The base is no longer on lockdown". The base also posted a tweet urging anyone on base to shelter in place and lock doors and windows until further notice. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Travis Air Force Base northeast of San Francisco is no longer on lockdown. "We are asking the public to avoid base perimeter fencing and other restricted areas for their own safety", said Lt. "The base is no longer on lockdown". The base also posted a tweet urging anyone on base to shelter in place and lock doors and windows until further notice. (more...)
Shooting at GOP baseball practice. Majority WHIP Steve Scalise reportedly shot
- June 15, 2017
But when he saw on TV that Scalise and others had been shot, he instantly recalled the odd conversation. "The team has been using the field for years", DeSantis said. "It could have been a lot worse", Rooney said. "Many people likely would have died this morning if not for the bravery of the Capitol Police", said Sen. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
But when he saw on TV that Scalise and others had been shot, he instantly recalled the odd conversation. "The team has been using the field for years", DeSantis said. "It could have been a lot worse", Rooney said. "Many people likely would have died this morning if not for the bravery of the Capitol Police", said Sen. (more...)
Audio Released Of GOP Baseball Shooting
- June 15, 2017
Jeff Duncan of SC said he had just left the practice and encountered the apparent gunman in the parking lot before the shooting. Lawmakers noted their good fortune in having armed protectors on hand - "Thank God", they exclaimed over and over - and said otherwise the shooter would have been able to take a huge deadly toll. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Jeff Duncan of SC said he had just left the practice and encountered the apparent gunman in the parking lot before the shooting. Lawmakers noted their good fortune in having armed protectors on hand - "Thank God", they exclaimed over and over - and said otherwise the shooter would have been able to take a huge deadly toll. (more...)
Rod Rosenstein Says There's No Reason to Fire Mueller
- June 15, 2017
The only man who can fire special counsel Robert Mueller , the man charged with investigating Russian interference in the US election and possible collusion with Trump's campaign , says he sees no good cause to do so. Mueller was succeeded by James Comey , who was sacked by Trump last month while he was overseeing the investigation into potential Russian interference into last year's election and potential collusion with the Trump presidential campaign. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
The only man who can fire special counsel Robert Mueller , the man charged with investigating Russian interference in the US election and possible collusion with Trump's campaign , says he sees no good cause to do so. Mueller was succeeded by James Comey , who was sacked by Trump last month while he was overseeing the investigation into potential Russian interference into last year's election and potential collusion with the Trump presidential campaign. (more...)
Gunman wounds GOP congressman, then killed by police
- June 15, 2017
Police initially tweeted that the suspect was among five people transported to the hospital, though Police Chief Michael Brown later refused to confirm that. Lawmakers were stunned in the aftermath of the event, which raised questions about the security of members of Congress. - Special Agents David Bailey and Crystal Griner, members of the U.S. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Police initially tweeted that the suspect was among five people transported to the hospital, though Police Chief Michael Brown later refused to confirm that. Lawmakers were stunned in the aftermath of the event, which raised questions about the security of members of Congress. - Special Agents David Bailey and Crystal Griner, members of the U.S. (more...)
Ostapenko's Historic French Open Win
- June 15, 2017
While Halep faded in the second and third sets, Ostapenko kept going strong, and eventually came out on top. A victory at Roland Garros would have secured the world No. "So if I can reduce them, I think that will be helpful". - The last player to win their debut title at Roland Garros was Gustavo Kuerten on June 8, 1997, the day Ostapenko was born. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
While Halep faded in the second and third sets, Ostapenko kept going strong, and eventually came out on top. A victory at Roland Garros would have secured the world No. "So if I can reduce them, I think that will be helpful". - The last player to win their debut title at Roland Garros was Gustavo Kuerten on June 8, 1997, the day Ostapenko was born. (more...)
Donald Trump Jr. May Have Accidentally Confirmed Part of Comey's Testimony
- June 15, 2017
Trump: I didn't say that. The ousted Federal Bureau of Investigation director also said that the White House defamed him and the Federal Bureau of Investigation in order to justify the last month dismissal. In response to questions, he said he ensured the memo was unclassified "because sometimes when things are classified, it tangles them up". Comey also said that he considered the comment to be a directive. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Trump: I didn't say that. The ousted Federal Bureau of Investigation director also said that the White House defamed him and the Federal Bureau of Investigation in order to justify the last month dismissal. In response to questions, he said he ensured the memo was unclassified "because sometimes when things are classified, it tangles them up". Comey also said that he considered the comment to be a directive. (more...)
Trump Is Under Investigation For Obstruction of Justice
- June 15, 2017
The Post reported that according to five officials briefed on requests, those to be interviewed include: Director of National Intelligence Daniel Coats, National Security Agency head Mike Rogers and Rogers' now former deputy Richard Ledgett. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
The Post reported that according to five officials briefed on requests, those to be interviewed include: Director of National Intelligence Daniel Coats, National Security Agency head Mike Rogers and Rogers' now former deputy Richard Ledgett. (more...)
Rep. Joe Barton Describes Shooter, Scene
- June 15, 2017
There are no fatalities. In a joint press conference held by the heads of the congressional baseball teams, Rep. Joe Barton (R-Texas) and Rep. Mike Doyle (D-Pa.), it was announced that a portion of Thursday's proceeds will be donated to the Fallen Officer Funds . (more...)
- June 15, 2017
There are no fatalities. In a joint press conference held by the heads of the congressional baseball teams, Rep. Joe Barton (R-Texas) and Rep. Mike Doyle (D-Pa.), it was announced that a portion of Thursday's proceeds will be donated to the Fallen Officer Funds . (more...)
Death toll rises to 12 in London apartment building inferno
- June 15, 2017
Witnesses said that they saw people jumping from the upper floors. Tiago Etienne, 17, said he spotted about three children between the ages of four and eight being dropped from an apartment around the 15th floor. Air Force bases in Britain. "In 2012 they were told they were deficient and their fire checks were out of date and they did nothing, they did absolutely nothing". (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Witnesses said that they saw people jumping from the upper floors. Tiago Etienne, 17, said he spotted about three children between the ages of four and eight being dropped from an apartment around the 15th floor. Air Force bases in Britain. "In 2012 they were told they were deficient and their fire checks were out of date and they did nothing, they did absolutely nothing". (more...)
At least 12 dead in Grenfell Tower inferno
- June 15, 2017
Its £8.7 million (9.9 million euro, $11 million) refurbishment was completed a year ago and included new cladding covering the whole of the exterior, which residents blamed for spreading the fire. It was fire up, up, up. For those closer to the seat of the fire, they'd been up since just after 1am. The major fire comes just 10 days after a terrorist attack occured in the city. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Its £8.7 million (9.9 million euro, $11 million) refurbishment was completed a year ago and included new cladding covering the whole of the exterior, which residents blamed for spreading the fire. It was fire up, up, up. For those closer to the seat of the fire, they'd been up since just after 1am. The major fire comes just 10 days after a terrorist attack occured in the city. (more...)
Council confirms it received complaints over Grenfell Tower refurbishment
- June 15, 2017
More than 12 hours after the fire broke out, the building was still smouldering, though the building was not in danger of collapse. Residents who escaped spoke of others trapped and screaming for help, with some holding children from windows and others jumping from upper floors. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
More than 12 hours after the fire broke out, the building was still smouldering, though the building was not in danger of collapse. Residents who escaped spoke of others trapped and screaming for help, with some holding children from windows and others jumping from upper floors. (more...)
Attorney General Sessions heatedly denies improper Russia contacts
- June 15, 2017
During an often contentious hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee, Attorney General Jeff Sessions began by asserting his innocence, insisting that the allegations that he failed to disclose meetings with the Russian ambassador were lies. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
During an often contentious hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee, Attorney General Jeff Sessions began by asserting his innocence, insisting that the allegations that he failed to disclose meetings with the Russian ambassador were lies. (more...)
Virginia attack: Gunman who backed Democrats goes on shooting spree against Republicans
- June 15, 2017
Congress to tighten gun-control laws on Wednesday. - Matt Mika , former aide to Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Mich., who said Mika is a graduate of Adrian College and a former baseball player who worked as a volunteer at Wednesday's practice to help the congressional team get ready for the game. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Congress to tighten gun-control laws on Wednesday. - Matt Mika , former aide to Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Mich., who said Mika is a graduate of Adrian College and a former baseball player who worked as a volunteer at Wednesday's practice to help the congressional team get ready for the game. (more...)
Steve Scalise shooting: Congressional Baseball Game remains on for Thursday
- June 15, 2017
Emergency services transported five injured people from the scene, said Michael Brown, chief of the Alexandria Police Department. "At this point, there is no additional threat". Rep. Mo Brooks, an Alabama Republican , said his colleague "crawled into the outfield, leaving a trail of blood". "People know this is the Republican baseball team practising", he said. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Emergency services transported five injured people from the scene, said Michael Brown, chief of the Alexandria Police Department. "At this point, there is no additional threat". Rep. Mo Brooks, an Alabama Republican , said his colleague "crawled into the outfield, leaving a trail of blood". "People know this is the Republican baseball team practising", he said. (more...)
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