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Dems best GOP in annual charity ballgame in wake of shooting rampage
- June 18, 2017
Although the weather in Washington looks headed toward a near-flawless summer night, an obvious and immovable shadow is being cast over Thursday night's Congressional Baseball Game - a tradition that began more than a century ago . "Violence is not the way to handle the situation". Ticket sales picked up after Wednesday's shooting , eventually setting an attendance record, the organizers said, as attendees such as Alexander Hilten, 16, of Arlington, Virginia, chose to come to the game ... (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Although the weather in Washington looks headed toward a near-flawless summer night, an obvious and immovable shadow is being cast over Thursday night's Congressional Baseball Game - a tradition that began more than a century ago . "Violence is not the way to handle the situation". Ticket sales picked up after Wednesday's shooting , eventually setting an attendance record, the organizers said, as attendees such as Alexander Hilten, 16, of Arlington, Virginia, chose to come to the game ... (more...)
Gun debate under Trump tested by congressman's shooting
- June 18, 2017
The shooting of a Republican leader in Congress and others by a disturbed left-wing attacker at a baseball practice in northern Virginia early Wednesday morning brings to mind all sorts of problems in America: the viciousness of our politics, the absurdity of our public rhetoric, the prevalence of violence. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The shooting of a Republican leader in Congress and others by a disturbed left-wing attacker at a baseball practice in northern Virginia early Wednesday morning brings to mind all sorts of problems in America: the viciousness of our politics, the absurdity of our public rhetoric, the prevalence of violence. (more...)
Seven missing after USA destroyer, container ship collide off Japan
- June 18, 2017
Japan's coastguard believe the missing sailors were thrown into the sea or possibly trapped inside damaged sections of the destroyer. The US 7th Fleet said in a statement that the crash damaged two berthing spaces, a machinery room and the radio room. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Japan's coastguard believe the missing sailors were thrown into the sea or possibly trapped inside damaged sections of the destroyer. The US 7th Fleet said in a statement that the crash damaged two berthing spaces, a machinery room and the radio room. (more...)
Missing sailors found dead in ship damaged off Japan: US Navy
- June 18, 2017
A total of seven sailors had been missing since Saturday's crash off Japan's coast. With the aid of tugboats, the badly damaged guided-missile destroyer Fitzgerald returned to its home port Yokosuka Naval Base, south of Tokyo , about 16 hours after the collision. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
A total of seven sailors had been missing since Saturday's crash off Japan's coast. With the aid of tugboats, the badly damaged guided-missile destroyer Fitzgerald returned to its home port Yokosuka Naval Base, south of Tokyo , about 16 hours after the collision. (more...)
Scalise undergoes more surgery and will require 'additional operations'
- June 18, 2017
The Congressional Baseball Game , usually a lighthearted charity that draws 10,000 spectators, had sold more than 25,000 tickets and raised more than $1 million for charity, according to organizers. "He is more responsive, and is speaking with his loved ones". Doctor Sava described Scalise's shot to his left hip as a devastating "trans-pelvic gunshot wound" from a high-velocity rifle. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The Congressional Baseball Game , usually a lighthearted charity that draws 10,000 spectators, had sold more than 25,000 tickets and raised more than $1 million for charity, according to organizers. "He is more responsive, and is speaking with his loved ones". Doctor Sava described Scalise's shot to his left hip as a devastating "trans-pelvic gunshot wound" from a high-velocity rifle. (more...)
China kindergarten blast suspected crime; 8 dead
- June 18, 2017
The police provided his surname as Xu but no motive. Police officials said they are investigating and had no word yet on injuries or deaths . Xu had left school because of his disorder. The blast is the latest tragedy to strike nursery schools in China in recent months. A video that was apparently shot at a hospital showed adults and children receiving emergency treatment. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The police provided his surname as Xu but no motive. Police officials said they are investigating and had no word yet on injuries or deaths . Xu had left school because of his disorder. The blast is the latest tragedy to strike nursery schools in China in recent months. A video that was apparently shot at a hospital showed adults and children receiving emergency treatment. (more...)
Cincinnati doctors share Otto Warmbier's condition
- June 18, 2017
University of Virginia student Otto, 22, landed in Cincinnati late on Tuesday and was taken by ambulance to hospital. The North Korean regime deemed Otto a "war criminal" and "brutalized and terrorized" him during his detainment, his father said . (more...)
- June 18, 2017
University of Virginia student Otto, 22, landed in Cincinnati late on Tuesday and was taken by ambulance to hospital. The North Korean regime deemed Otto a "war criminal" and "brutalized and terrorized" him during his detainment, his father said . (more...)
The African American Cultural Society celebrates Juneteenth
- June 18, 2017
USA 1. The Central Louisiana Juneteenth Association puts on the celebration. "We would just like them to learn the things that we went through so we could be aware". "We have a lot to be thankful for", he said. The June 19, 1865, date is known as Juneteenth or Freedom Day and it is celebrated nationwide to keep its history alive. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
USA 1. The Central Louisiana Juneteenth Association puts on the celebration. "We would just like them to learn the things that we went through so we could be aware". "We have a lot to be thankful for", he said. The June 19, 1865, date is known as Juneteenth or Freedom Day and it is celebrated nationwide to keep its history alive. (more...)
Alexandria gunman carried list of names of members of Congress
- June 18, 2017
In the wake of this tragedy, all we can do is pray for the continued healing of Louisiana Congressmen Steve Scalise and give thanks that the lives of Congressmen Brooks and Palmer and so many others were spared Wednesday morning. Flake said two members of Scalise's security detail were wounded, and another man was wounded in the chest. A trace of the firearms determined they were legally purchased by Hodgkinson. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
In the wake of this tragedy, all we can do is pray for the continued healing of Louisiana Congressmen Steve Scalise and give thanks that the lives of Congressmen Brooks and Palmer and so many others were spared Wednesday morning. Flake said two members of Scalise's security detail were wounded, and another man was wounded in the chest. A trace of the firearms determined they were legally purchased by Hodgkinson. (more...)
Doctors: Scalise arrived at hospital in 'imminent risk of death'
- June 18, 2017
A hospital statement said Scalise was doing better over the previous 24 hours but would "be in the hospital for some time". He was shot only once, but the high-powered-rifle round traveled from his left hip across his pelvis and shattered when it struck bone. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
A hospital statement said Scalise was doing better over the previous 24 hours but would "be in the hospital for some time". He was shot only once, but the high-powered-rifle round traveled from his left hip across his pelvis and shattered when it struck bone. (more...)
President Trump Confirms He Is Under Investigation for Obstruction of Justice
- June 18, 2017
Questions about Mueller's job security swirled through Washington on Monday evening after Chris Ruddy, the CEO of NewsMax and a longtime Trump confidant, told PBS that the president was mulling the possibility of firing the special counsel. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Questions about Mueller's job security swirled through Washington on Monday evening after Chris Ruddy, the CEO of NewsMax and a longtime Trump confidant, told PBS that the president was mulling the possibility of firing the special counsel. (more...)
CNN sues Justice Department for copies of Comey's memos on Trump
- June 18, 2017
That latter statement is a broad catch-all. The lawyer for the president's son-in-law and close adviser said there was nothing surprising about the Post's report. But a department official said no one asked for the statement and Rosenstein acted on his own. Did he tell Congress the full story about Mr. Mueller's investigation? Comey took notes after each of his nine meetings or phone calls with Trump, including one alone with the president in the Oval Office on February 14, the day ... (more...)
- June 18, 2017
That latter statement is a broad catch-all. The lawyer for the president's son-in-law and close adviser said there was nothing surprising about the Post's report. But a department official said no one asked for the statement and Rosenstein acted on his own. Did he tell Congress the full story about Mr. Mueller's investigation? Comey took notes after each of his nine meetings or phone calls with Trump, including one alone with the president in the Oval Office on February 14, the day ... (more...)
Why DC and Maryland attorneys general are suing President Trump
- June 18, 2017
On Monday, the District of Columbia government and the Maryland state government filed suit claiming that the Trump hotel in Washington , D.C., competes unfairly with government-owned conference centers in the area. Real estate billionaire Donald Trump has said in the past that he would transfer the management of his business in the hands of his sons , and that nobody cares about his taxes. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
On Monday, the District of Columbia government and the Maryland state government filed suit claiming that the Trump hotel in Washington , D.C., competes unfairly with government-owned conference centers in the area. Real estate billionaire Donald Trump has said in the past that he would transfer the management of his business in the hands of his sons , and that nobody cares about his taxes. (more...)
Donald Trump is under pressure and it doesn't look good
- June 18, 2017
President Donald Trump responded angrily to reports he is under criminal investigation Thursday, deriding a " witch hunt " against him led by some "very bad" people. California Sen. Dianne Feinstein, the panel's ranking Democrat, has called for an investigation into any possible obstruction by the President. While Trump did not identify Rosenstein by name, the former USA attorney, whom Trump nominated, is overseeing the ongoing Russian Federation probe. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
President Donald Trump responded angrily to reports he is under criminal investigation Thursday, deriding a " witch hunt " against him led by some "very bad" people. California Sen. Dianne Feinstein, the panel's ranking Democrat, has called for an investigation into any possible obstruction by the President. While Trump did not identify Rosenstein by name, the former USA attorney, whom Trump nominated, is overseeing the ongoing Russian Federation probe. (more...)
Donald Trump 'yells at TVs in the White House' about Russian Federation investigation
- June 18, 2017
Trump ignored shouted questions from reporters about the ongoing Russian Federation controversy as he departed the White House Friday for Miami. News has reported that federal investigators are examining whether the president attempted to obstruct justice. A Trump confidant said this week the President had considered firing Mr Mueller . (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Trump ignored shouted questions from reporters about the ongoing Russian Federation controversy as he departed the White House Friday for Miami. News has reported that federal investigators are examining whether the president attempted to obstruct justice. A Trump confidant said this week the President had considered firing Mr Mueller . (more...)
The complex issues of the Russian Federation probe, special counsel
- June 18, 2017
Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein , who took over after Attorney General Jeff Sessions removed himself from the investigation in March, reportedly said in a meeting with Associate Attorney General Rachel Brand that there was a possibility he would recuse himself from the probe that has dogged Trump before and since he took office, ABC News reported Friday . (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein , who took over after Attorney General Jeff Sessions removed himself from the investigation in March, reportedly said in a meeting with Associate Attorney General Rachel Brand that there was a possibility he would recuse himself from the probe that has dogged Trump before and since he took office, ABC News reported Friday . (more...)
Doctors say USA student freed by North Korea has severe brain damage
- June 18, 2017
American doctors treating the University of Virginia student have cast doubt on North Korean claims that the young man contracted botulism during his detention, saying Warmbier is unresponsive and has experienced extensive tissue loss in all regions of his brain. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
American doctors treating the University of Virginia student have cast doubt on North Korean claims that the young man contracted botulism during his detention, saying Warmbier is unresponsive and has experienced extensive tissue loss in all regions of his brain. (more...)
Donald Trump confirms he's under investigation
- June 18, 2017
To the contrary: Thanks to The Washington Post , we now know that collusion is only one of three subject areas that the FBI investigation, now led by special counsel Robert Mueller, is exploring. Rosenstein sees no reason at this point to recuse himself, the Justice Department said Friday. But Rosenstein, too, may ultimately have to hand off oversight of the probe given his own role in Comey's firing . (more...)
- June 18, 2017
To the contrary: Thanks to The Washington Post , we now know that collusion is only one of three subject areas that the FBI investigation, now led by special counsel Robert Mueller, is exploring. Rosenstein sees no reason at this point to recuse himself, the Justice Department said Friday. But Rosenstein, too, may ultimately have to hand off oversight of the probe given his own role in Comey's firing . (more...)
When Will the GOP Admit We Have a Gun Problem?
- June 18, 2017
According to it, the recent attack makes it the "154th mass shooting this year". Aides to House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte, whose panel would have jurisdiction, were asked if Wednesday's shootings showed the need for legislation. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
According to it, the recent attack makes it the "154th mass shooting this year". Aides to House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte, whose panel would have jurisdiction, were asked if Wednesday's shootings showed the need for legislation. (more...)
Talks on propping up UK PM May's Conservatives are 'very positive'
- June 18, 2017
Ms May faces the task of satisfying both the pro-European and eurosceptic factions of her party, keeping Northern Ireland calm and negotiating a divorce with 27 other European Union members whose combined economic might is more than five times that of Britain. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Ms May faces the task of satisfying both the pro-European and eurosceptic factions of her party, keeping Northern Ireland calm and negotiating a divorce with 27 other European Union members whose combined economic might is more than five times that of Britain. (more...)
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