Pres. Trump stops in Hawaii, eagerly awaits Pearl Harbor visit
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — Embarking on his first official tour of Asia, President Donald Trump stopped first in Hawaii on Friday and said he eagerly anticipated a visit to Pearl Harbor, where thousands of service members paid the ultimate sacrifice following a surprise attack by Japan that plunged the U.S. into World War II."We are going to visit very shortly, Pearl Harbor, which I've read about, spoken about, heard about, studied, but I haven't seen.
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — Embarking on his first official tour of Asia, President Donald Trump stopped first in Hawaii on Friday and said he eagerly anticipated a visit to Pearl Harbor, where thousands of service members paid the ultimate sacrifice following a surprise attack by Japan that plunged the U.S. into World War II."We are going to visit very shortly, Pearl Harbor, which I've read about, spoken about, heard about, studied, but I haven't seen.
What happened to Donald Trump's Twitter account?
For a few minutes, President Trump's personal Twitter account appeared to be deleted – 36,300 tweets gone with only the cryptic message "Sorry, that page doesn't exist!"It didn't take long for "Trump's Twitter" to start trending after it went down around 5:50 p.m. CDT, but it was back up ten minutes later.Twitter Government tweeted following the incident:
For a few minutes, President Trump's personal Twitter account appeared to be deleted – 36,300 tweets gone with only the cryptic message "Sorry, that page doesn't exist!"It didn't take long for "Trump's Twitter" to start trending after it went down around 5:50 p.m. CDT, but it was back up ten minutes later.Twitter Government tweeted following the incident:
"This will be a game-changer:" GOP tax plan slashes corporate rate, cut for wealthy
WASHINGTON — With fanfare and a White House kickoff, House Republicans unfurled a broad tax-overhaul plan Thursday that would touch virtually all Americans and the economy's every corner, mingling sharply lower rates for corporations and reduced personal taxes for many with fewer deductions for home-buyers and families with steep medical bills.The measure, which would be the most extensive rewrite of the nation's tax code in three decades, is the product of a party that faces increasing pressure to produce a marquee legislative victory of some sort before next year's elections.
WASHINGTON — With fanfare and a White House kickoff, House Republicans unfurled a broad tax-overhaul plan Thursday that would touch virtually all Americans and the economy's every corner, mingling sharply lower rates for corporations and reduced personal taxes for many with fewer deductions for home-buyers and families with steep medical bills.The measure, which would be the most extensive rewrite of the nation's tax code in three decades, is the product of a party that faces increasing pressure to produce a marquee legislative victory of some sort before next year's elections.
"Embellished:" Due in court, Pres. Trump's former campaign chair attacks Russia probe indictment
WASHINGTON — Accused of multiple financial crimes, President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman on Thursday attacked the strength of the evidence against him, saying the case brought by Special Counsel Robert Mueller is "embellished."In a court filing Thursday, attorneys for Paul Manafort defended him as a "successful, international political consultant" who, by nature of his work on behalf of foreign political parties, was necessarily involved in international financial transactions.
WASHINGTON — Accused of multiple financial crimes, President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman on Thursday attacked the strength of the evidence against him, saying the case brought by Special Counsel Robert Mueller is "embellished."In a court filing Thursday, attorneys for Paul Manafort defended him as a "successful, international political consultant" who, by nature of his work on behalf of foreign political parties, was necessarily involved in international financial transactions.
"He killed 8 people:" President Trump calls for death penalty for NY truck attack suspect
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday backed away from his threat to send the suspect in the New York bike path attack to Guantanamo Bay, acknowledging in an early morning tweet that the military judicial process at the Cuban detention center takes longer than the civilian federal court system.But President Trump called again for the man to be executed, which could complicate the case for prosecutors and give defense attorneys a chance to argue the president's tweets hurt their client's right to a fair trial.President Trump tweeted Thursday morning that the case against Sayfullo Saipov, 29, "Should move fast.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday backed away from his threat to send the suspect in the New York bike path attack to Guantanamo Bay, acknowledging in an early morning tweet that the military judicial process at the Cuban detention center takes longer than the civilian federal court system.But President Trump called again for the man to be executed, which could complicate the case for prosecutors and give defense attorneys a chance to argue the president's tweets hurt their client's right to a fair trial.President Trump tweeted Thursday morning that the case against Sayfullo Saipov, 29, "Should move fast.
President Trump demands 'much tougher' immigration law after New York terror attack
WASHINGTON — Roused by the first major ISIS-inspired attack on U.S. soil since he took office, President Donald Trump urged swift repeal of an immigration program that brought the suspect to America and laid into a political foe he said was responsible for it — though Republican George H.
WASHINGTON — Roused by the first major ISIS-inspired attack on U.S. soil since he took office, President Donald Trump urged swift repeal of an immigration program that brought the suspect to America and laid into a political foe he said was responsible for it — though Republican George H.
Pres. Trump: George Papadopoulos, aide at center of Russia probe, "proven to be a liar"
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that a former campaign aide thrust into the center of special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe "has already proven to be a liar."On Twitter, President Trump sought to dismiss George Papadopoulos, who has provided key evidence in the first criminal case connecting President Trump's team to alleged intermediaries for Russia's government.Said President Trump: "Few people knew the young, low level volunteer named George, who has already proven to be a liar.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that a former campaign aide thrust into the center of special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe "has already proven to be a liar."On Twitter, President Trump sought to dismiss George Papadopoulos, who has provided key evidence in the first criminal case connecting President Trump's team to alleged intermediaries for Russia's government.Said President Trump: "Few people knew the young, low level volunteer named George, who has already proven to be a liar.
Wisconsin lawmakers react to Pres. Trump aide indictments; some had more to say than others
DARIEN -- President Donald Trump moved quickly Monday, October 30th to distance himself and the White House from the indictment of his former campaign chairman and another aide.
DARIEN -- President Donald Trump moved quickly Monday, October 30th to distance himself and the White House from the indictment of his former campaign chairman and another aide.
Judge: Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl to get fair sentence, despite Pres. Trump remarks
FORT BRAGG, N.C. — President Donald Trump's scathing criticism of Army Sgt.
FORT BRAGG, N.C. — President Donald Trump's scathing criticism of Army Sgt.
Pres. Trump expresses renewed frustration over Russia investigation as 1st charges filed
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump expressed renewed frustration Sunday over the investigations into alleged ties between his campaign associates and Russian government officials, saying on Twitter that the "facts are pouring out" about links to Russia by his former presidential opponent, Hillary Clinton."DO SOMETHING!" President Trump urged in one of five morning tweets.President Trump's tweets followed a CNN report late Friday that a federal grand jury in Washington has approved the first charges in a criminal investigation into Russia ties led by special counsel Robert Mueller.The Associated Press has not confirmed the CNN report.Ty Cobb, a member of President Trump's legal team, said the president was not referring to CNN's reporting."Contrary to what many have suggested, the president's comments today are unrelated to the activities of the special counsel, with whom he continues to cooperate," Cobb said in a statement.President Trump and the White House insist there was no collusion between his presidential campaign and Russia.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump expressed renewed frustration Sunday over the investigations into alleged ties between his campaign associates and Russian government officials, saying on Twitter that the "facts are pouring out" about links to Russia by his former presidential opponent, Hillary Clinton."DO SOMETHING!" President Trump urged in one of five morning tweets.President Trump's tweets followed a CNN report late Friday that a federal grand jury in Washington has approved the first charges in a criminal investigation into Russia ties led by special counsel Robert Mueller.The Associated Press has not confirmed the CNN report.Ty Cobb, a member of President Trump's legal team, said the president was not referring to CNN's reporting."Contrary to what many have suggested, the president's comments today are unrelated to the activities of the special counsel, with whom he continues to cooperate," Cobb said in a statement.President Trump and the White House insist there was no collusion between his presidential campaign and Russia.
JFK files release is Pres. Trump's latest clash with spy agencies
WASHINGTON — It was a showdown 25 years in the making: With the world itching to finally get a look at classified Kennedy assassination files, and the deadline for their release just hours away, intelligence officials were still angling for a way to keep their secrets.
WASHINGTON — It was a showdown 25 years in the making: With the world itching to finally get a look at classified Kennedy assassination files, and the deadline for their release just hours away, intelligence officials were still angling for a way to keep their secrets.
President Trump greets kids in Oval Office for early Halloween treats
WASHINGTON — Halloween came a little early at the White House as President Donald Trump welcomed the children of White House reporters into the Oval Office Friday for some early Halloween treats.More than a dozen costumed kids, including little witches and Princess Leias, a pint-sized Darth Vader, and a purple-haired unicorn gathered around the Resolute Desk, where the president handed out little boxes of White House Hershey's Kisses.The president also dispensed plenty of compliments, congratulating the kids' parents for doing a good job — at least of raising children, if not their coverage of the Trump White House."I cannot believe the media produced such beautiful kids.
WASHINGTON — Halloween came a little early at the White House as President Donald Trump welcomed the children of White House reporters into the Oval Office Friday for some early Halloween treats.More than a dozen costumed kids, including little witches and Princess Leias, a pint-sized Darth Vader, and a purple-haired unicorn gathered around the Resolute Desk, where the president handed out little boxes of White House Hershey's Kisses.The president also dispensed plenty of compliments, congratulating the kids' parents for doing a good job — at least of raising children, if not their coverage of the Trump White House."I cannot believe the media produced such beautiful kids.
President Trump declares opioids a public health emergency: "Cannot allow this to continue"
WASHINGTON — In ringing and personal terms, President Donald Trump on Thursday pledged that "we will overcome addiction in America," declaring opioid abuse a national public health emergency and announcing new steps to combat what he described as the worst drug crisis in U.S. history.President Trump's declaration, which will be effective for 90 days and can be renewed, will allow the government to redirect resources, including toward expanded access to medical services in rural areas.
WASHINGTON — In ringing and personal terms, President Donald Trump on Thursday pledged that "we will overcome addiction in America," declaring opioid abuse a national public health emergency and announcing new steps to combat what he described as the worst drug crisis in U.S. history.President Trump's declaration, which will be effective for 90 days and can be renewed, will allow the government to redirect resources, including toward expanded access to medical services in rural areas.
House passes $4T budget in step forward for President Trump's tax plan
WASHINGTON — The House on Thursday gave a significant boost to President Donald Trump's promise to cut taxes, narrowly passing a GOP budget that shelves longstanding concerns over federal deficits in favor of a rewrite of the tax code that Republicans promise will jump-start the economy.The 216-212 vote permits Republicans to begin work on a follow-up $1.5 trillion tax cut and move it through Congress without fear of blocking tactics by Democrats.
WASHINGTON — The House on Thursday gave a significant boost to President Donald Trump's promise to cut taxes, narrowly passing a GOP budget that shelves longstanding concerns over federal deficits in favor of a rewrite of the tax code that Republicans promise will jump-start the economy.The 216-212 vote permits Republicans to begin work on a follow-up $1.5 trillion tax cut and move it through Congress without fear of blocking tactics by Democrats.
Hurricane Harvey: President Trump hails 'tremendous success' in Texas' storm recovery
DALLAS — President Donald Trump pointed to "tremendous success" in Texas' work to recover from Hurricane Harvey on Wednesday, suggesting that the federal government might serve as a partner in addressing long-term flood mitigation plans in the state.Arriving in Dallas ahead of a fundraising stop, President Trump praised the work of Texas Gov.
DALLAS — President Donald Trump pointed to "tremendous success" in Texas' work to recover from Hurricane Harvey on Wednesday, suggesting that the federal government might serve as a partner in addressing long-term flood mitigation plans in the state.Arriving in Dallas ahead of a fundraising stop, President Trump praised the work of Texas Gov.
AP source: Clinton camp helped fund Pres. Trump dossier research
WASHINGTON — Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign and the Democratic National Committee helped fund political research into President Donald Trump that ultimately produced a dossier of allegations about his ties to Russia, a person familiar with the matter said Tuesday night.The revelation is likely to fuel complaints by President Trump that the dossier, which the president has derided as "phony stuff," is a politically motivated collection of salacious claims.
WASHINGTON — Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign and the Democratic National Committee helped fund political research into President Donald Trump that ultimately produced a dossier of allegations about his ties to Russia, a person familiar with the matter said Tuesday night.The revelation is likely to fuel complaints by President Trump that the dossier, which the president has derided as "phony stuff," is a politically motivated collection of salacious claims.
Vocal Pres. Trump critic Sen. Jeff Flake won't seek re-election: "There are times we must risk our careers"
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Pres. Trump promises 401(k) retirement savings program will be untouched
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump shot down a possible approach for raising revenue to finance tax cuts in politically must-do legislation for the Republicans, promising Monday the popular 401(k) retirement savings program will be untouched.Still, the head of the House's tax-writing committee indicated that changes to the 401(k) structure may still be on the table as Republicans push an ambitious timetable to get tax legislation written.
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump shot down a possible approach for raising revenue to finance tax cuts in politically must-do legislation for the Republicans, promising Monday the popular 401(k) retirement savings program will be untouched.Still, the head of the House's tax-writing committee indicated that changes to the 401(k) structure may still be on the table as Republicans push an ambitious timetable to get tax legislation written.
US general lays out Niger attack details; questions remain
WASHINGTON — The U.S. special forces unit ambushed by Islamic militants in Niger didn't call for help until an hour into their first contact with the enemy, the top U.S. general said Monday, as he tried to clear up some of the murky details of the assault that killed four American troops and has triggered a nasty political brawl.Marine Gen.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. special forces unit ambushed by Islamic militants in Niger didn't call for help until an hour into their first contact with the enemy, the top U.S. general said Monday, as he tried to clear up some of the murky details of the assault that killed four American troops and has triggered a nasty political brawl.Marine Gen.