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McCain returns with warning: Divisions lead to 'spinning our wheels'
- July 26, 2017
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell ended months of behind-the-scenes negotiations and deal-making efforts by putting the motion on the floor Tuesday, forcing Republican senators like Rubio to either vote in favor of debating a repeal package or turn their backs on a long-running campaign promise for many Republicans. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell ended months of behind-the-scenes negotiations and deal-making efforts by putting the motion on the floor Tuesday, forcing Republican senators like Rubio to either vote in favor of debating a repeal package or turn their backs on a long-running campaign promise for many Republicans. (more...)
Ukraine president calls for an end to Russian aggression
- July 26, 2017
The envoy added that he was not predicting that the USA would provide the weaponry, but that it would be discussed and decided upon. On the subject of Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko's proposal to deploy a peacekeeping mission in the region known as the Donbas, he stressed that "it is possible only with the consent of the parties to the conflict". (more...)
- July 26, 2017
The envoy added that he was not predicting that the USA would provide the weaponry, but that it would be discussed and decided upon. On the subject of Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko's proposal to deploy a peacekeeping mission in the region known as the Donbas, he stressed that "it is possible only with the consent of the parties to the conflict". (more...)
Jeff Sessions discussed Trump campaign-related issues with Kislyak
- July 26, 2017
It was one of many topics that appeared to occupy the president's mind as the day broke. Speculation about Sessions' future has run rampant since Trump last week expressed remorse about tapping Sessions, one of his earliest supporters in Washington, to lead the Justice Department. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
It was one of many topics that appeared to occupy the president's mind as the day broke. Speculation about Sessions' future has run rampant since Trump last week expressed remorse about tapping Sessions, one of his earliest supporters in Washington, to lead the Justice Department. (more...)
House Overwhelmingly Passes Bill Limiting Trump's Power to Lift Sanctions on Russian Federation
- July 26, 2017
Jared Kushner walks out from the White House to make a statement after being interviewed by the Senate Intelligence Committee. Kushner will be back on Capitol Hill tomorrow for a private session with members of the House Intelligence Committee. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Jared Kushner walks out from the White House to make a statement after being interviewed by the Senate Intelligence Committee. Kushner will be back on Capitol Hill tomorrow for a private session with members of the House Intelligence Committee. (more...)
Senate Judiciary subpoenas Manafort
- July 26, 2017
Manafort's request to cooperate with the committee's investigation without appearing at Wednesday's hearing, we were unable to reach an agreement for a voluntary transcribed interview with the Judiciary Committee", Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and ranking member Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) said in a statement. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Manafort's request to cooperate with the committee's investigation without appearing at Wednesday's hearing, we were unable to reach an agreement for a voluntary transcribed interview with the Judiciary Committee", Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and ranking member Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) said in a statement. (more...)
European Union concerned over USA bill on Russian Federation sanctions
- July 26, 2017
On Saturday, US Republicans and Democrats reached an agreement to clear any further hurdles for proposed legislation which seeks to apply additional sanctions on Russian Federation. According to the newspaper, ultimately, the restrictions initially included against Iran will also include sanctions against North Korea, as proposed earlier by McCarthy. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
On Saturday, US Republicans and Democrats reached an agreement to clear any further hurdles for proposed legislation which seeks to apply additional sanctions on Russian Federation. According to the newspaper, ultimately, the restrictions initially included against Iran will also include sanctions against North Korea, as proposed earlier by McCarthy. (more...)
USA bishop urges Senate to remedy health care after vote to proceed
- July 26, 2017
Battling brain cancer, Senator John McCain is returning to the U.S. capitol to play what could be a key role in keeping the Republican plan afloat. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell walks to a meeting in the Capitol on July 25, hours before lawmakers in the chamber might hold a key procedural vote on starting to undo the Affordable Care Act . (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Battling brain cancer, Senator John McCain is returning to the U.S. capitol to play what could be a key role in keeping the Republican plan afloat. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell walks to a meeting in the Capitol on July 25, hours before lawmakers in the chamber might hold a key procedural vote on starting to undo the Affordable Care Act . (more...)
Paul Manafort, Jared Kushner meet with investigators in Trump-Russia probe
- July 26, 2017
Kushner is being interviewed by the Senate Intelligence Committee on Monday. He also said he "absolutely" wants another testimony from U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, after a Washington Post report said Sessions had held yet another undisclosed meeting with a Russian ambassador during the campaign previous year. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Kushner is being interviewed by the Senate Intelligence Committee on Monday. He also said he "absolutely" wants another testimony from U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, after a Washington Post report said Sessions had held yet another undisclosed meeting with a Russian ambassador during the campaign previous year. (more...)
Court Yields Important Victory for Second Amendment
- July 26, 2017
Circuit Judge Thomas B. Griffith wrote for the majority , which also included Judge Stephen F. Williams. The ruling breaks with several federal appeals courts that upheld similar regulations in other states. A federal judge upheld the good-reason law, prompting the Second Amendment Foundation and three gun owners to appeal past year. As of July 15, D.C. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Circuit Judge Thomas B. Griffith wrote for the majority , which also included Judge Stephen F. Williams. The ruling breaks with several federal appeals courts that upheld similar regulations in other states. A federal judge upheld the good-reason law, prompting the Second Amendment Foundation and three gun owners to appeal past year. As of July 15, D.C. (more...)
China urges India not to abuse trade remedy measures
- July 26, 2017
Lt. Gen. Sarath Chand, while addressing a joint seminar of the Army's Master General Ordnance and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), said that China has a large landmass, huge resources and a large standing army. "India's withdrawal from Chinese territory is a precondition and a basis for any meaningful dialogue between the two sides". Indian troops halted the work, leading to the crisis. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Lt. Gen. Sarath Chand, while addressing a joint seminar of the Army's Master General Ordnance and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), said that China has a large landmass, huge resources and a large standing army. "India's withdrawal from Chinese territory is a precondition and a basis for any meaningful dialogue between the two sides". Indian troops halted the work, leading to the crisis. (more...)
Israel says Jerusalem mosque metal detectors to stay
- July 26, 2017
Speaking at a press conference at Ankara Esenboga airport while returning from a two-day visit to the Gulf region, Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Israel's restrictions at Al-Aqsa Mosque were unacceptable. During discussions with Netanyahu, Abdullah had demanded that Israel remove the metal detectors. "I think the danger on the ground will escalate if we go through another cycle of Friday prayer without a resolution". (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Speaking at a press conference at Ankara Esenboga airport while returning from a two-day visit to the Gulf region, Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Israel's restrictions at Al-Aqsa Mosque were unacceptable. During discussions with Netanyahu, Abdullah had demanded that Israel remove the metal detectors. "I think the danger on the ground will escalate if we go through another cycle of Friday prayer without a resolution". (more...)
Valley's unemployment rate up in June
- July 26, 2017
Hudson Valley-wide, unemployment in June was 4.5 percent, up from 4.2 percent in June 2016. Columbia County, at 3.5 percent, posted the lowest mark. Lane County total nonfarm payroll employment, not adjusted for seasonal changes, was 160,600 in June, up 2,300 from June 2016, the department said. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Hudson Valley-wide, unemployment in June was 4.5 percent, up from 4.2 percent in June 2016. Columbia County, at 3.5 percent, posted the lowest mark. Lane County total nonfarm payroll employment, not adjusted for seasonal changes, was 160,600 in June, up 2,300 from June 2016, the department said. (more...)
India Wants To Ban Driverless Cars To Protect Jobs
- July 26, 2017
Explaining the decision, Mr. Nitin Gadkari said , "Driverless cars will not be allowed in India as it will lead to joblessness". According to the reports, at present, in India, there is a demand for 22 lakh commercial vehicles for which the Indian Government is planning to open 100 driver training institutes across the country. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Explaining the decision, Mr. Nitin Gadkari said , "Driverless cars will not be allowed in India as it will lead to joblessness". According to the reports, at present, in India, there is a demand for 22 lakh commercial vehicles for which the Indian Government is planning to open 100 driver training institutes across the country. (more...)
US President Donald Trump slams Republicans who won't 'protect' him
- July 26, 2017
President Trump in a long tweetstorm on Saturday morning slammed what he called "a new intelligence leak" against Attorney General Jeff Sessions, an apparent reference to a report that Sessions discussed campaign-related matters with Russia's ambassador to the USA during the presidential race. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
President Trump in a long tweetstorm on Saturday morning slammed what he called "a new intelligence leak" against Attorney General Jeff Sessions, an apparent reference to a report that Sessions discussed campaign-related matters with Russia's ambassador to the USA during the presidential race. (more...)
Palestinian-Israeli contact to stay frozen, says Abbas
- July 26, 2017
UN Middle East envoy Nickolay Mladenov's warning and the visit by US President Donald Trump's top aide Jason Greenblatt come after more than a week of tensions over the Haram al-Sharif mosque compound, known to Jews as the Temple Mount and central to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
UN Middle East envoy Nickolay Mladenov's warning and the visit by US President Donald Trump's top aide Jason Greenblatt come after more than a week of tensions over the Haram al-Sharif mosque compound, known to Jews as the Temple Mount and central to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. (more...)
Graham sticks up for 'beleaguered' Trump attorney general
- July 26, 2017
President Trump also asked "where is the investigation", concerning alleged Ukrainian efforts to "sabotage" his campaign and "boost Clinton". President Trump is also now openly talking of firing Attorney General Sessions , but won't reveal if he plans to oust him. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
President Trump also asked "where is the investigation", concerning alleged Ukrainian efforts to "sabotage" his campaign and "boost Clinton". President Trump is also now openly talking of firing Attorney General Sessions , but won't reveal if he plans to oust him. (more...)
High hopes for health care, tax reform dwindle
- July 26, 2017
The Senate returned to work Monday and Sen. Democrats condemned the vote in strongly worded statements. Bringing you to present day, a lot of West Virginians are now fussing and fighting about Congress voting to repeal the Affordable Care Act as "Trumpcare" is so much improved, it will cost more money and people are calling their representatives' offices expressing their concern in voting "No" on that bill. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
The Senate returned to work Monday and Sen. Democrats condemned the vote in strongly worded statements. Bringing you to present day, a lot of West Virginians are now fussing and fighting about Congress voting to repeal the Affordable Care Act as "Trumpcare" is so much improved, it will cost more money and people are calling their representatives' offices expressing their concern in voting "No" on that bill. (more...)
Three Israelis reportedly killed, one wounded in West Bank stabbing attack
- July 26, 2017
The teen said in a Facebook post prior to carrying out the attack that he called his "last testament" that the situation at the Temple Mount inspired his planned attack. Nevertheless, Abbas claimed the installation of metal detectors was "falsely presented as a security measure" while in reality Israel wished "to take control of Al-Aqsa Mosque". (more...)
- July 26, 2017
The teen said in a Facebook post prior to carrying out the attack that he called his "last testament" that the situation at the Temple Mount inspired his planned attack. Nevertheless, Abbas claimed the installation of metal detectors was "falsely presented as a security measure" while in reality Israel wished "to take control of Al-Aqsa Mosque". (more...)
The Pentagon Expressed Doubts that Turkey will Buy C-400 from Russian Federation
- July 26, 2017
The U.S. -based Gulen denies any involvement. "Those who say it is the judiciary's business when it comes to the terrorists they harbor in their own country turn things into diplomatic crises when we catch their agents red-handed". "I have been in Turkey 12 times only this year", he said. "The first consequences will be new travel advisories for German citizens in Turkey ". Earlier, a German-Turkish journalist was arrested for allegedly spying and aiding Kurdish rebels. (more...)
- July 26, 2017
The U.S. -based Gulen denies any involvement. "Those who say it is the judiciary's business when it comes to the terrorists they harbor in their own country turn things into diplomatic crises when we catch their agents red-handed". "I have been in Turkey 12 times only this year", he said. "The first consequences will be new travel advisories for German citizens in Turkey ". Earlier, a German-Turkish journalist was arrested for allegedly spying and aiding Kurdish rebels. (more...)
Psychiatry Group: Members May Comment on Trump's Mental Health
- July 26, 2017
Prudence Gourguechon and a psychiatrist in Chicago , told the STAT News website. It lit up social media, with some Twitter users interpreting it to mean the Goldwater rule was being lifted and mental health professionals could have at President Trump's mental health . (more...)
- July 26, 2017
Prudence Gourguechon and a psychiatrist in Chicago , told the STAT News website. It lit up social media, with some Twitter users interpreting it to mean the Goldwater rule was being lifted and mental health professionals could have at President Trump's mental health . (more...)
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