Pres. Donald Trump says protests will hurt NFL business
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump says football players can protest during a game "but they cannot do it during the national anthem."Pres.
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump says football players can protest during a game "but they cannot do it during the national anthem."Pres.
NFL opts not to react to President Trump's anthem kneel 'rule' tweet
WASHINGTON — No matter what challenges his administration faces, President Donald Trump is keeping up his running commentary on the NFL — tweeting Tuesday about the football league's TV ratings and suggesting it bar players from kneeling during the national anthem.The NFL, for its part, was not all that eager to continue the back-and-forth with President Trump."He's exercising his freedom to speak," league spokesman Joe Lockhart said on a conference call with reporters, "and I'm exercising my freedom not to react."Asked about the possibility of the NFL punishing players or league employees for actions during the pregame anthems, Lockhart said: "I will leave the hypotheticals and the speculation to others.
WASHINGTON — No matter what challenges his administration faces, President Donald Trump is keeping up his running commentary on the NFL — tweeting Tuesday about the football league's TV ratings and suggesting it bar players from kneeling during the national anthem.The NFL, for its part, was not all that eager to continue the back-and-forth with President Trump."He's exercising his freedom to speak," league spokesman Joe Lockhart said on a conference call with reporters, "and I'm exercising my freedom not to react."Asked about the possibility of the NFL punishing players or league employees for actions during the pregame anthems, Lockhart said: "I will leave the hypotheticals and the speculation to others.
Pres. Trump vows to cut taxes 'tremendously' for middle class
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump vowed to deliver on a major tax cut for middle-class Americans on Tuesday as the White House and congressional leaders prepared to release details on a tax overhaul proposal that would slash the corporate rate and simplify the nation's tax code.Pres.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump vowed to deliver on a major tax cut for middle-class Americans on Tuesday as the White House and congressional leaders prepared to release details on a tax overhaul proposal that would slash the corporate rate and simplify the nation's tax code.Pres.
President Trump says he'll visit Puerto Rico next Tuesday
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says he'll visit Puerto Rico next Tuesday to survey damage caused by Hurricane Maria.President Trump announced the visit after the administration was criticized for the pace of its response to widespread damage on the Caribbean island that is home to more than 3.4 million U.S. citizens.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says he'll visit Puerto Rico next Tuesday to survey damage caused by Hurricane Maria.President Trump announced the visit after the administration was criticized for the pace of its response to widespread damage on the Caribbean island that is home to more than 3.4 million U.S. citizens.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones joins team to kneel before anthem
The Dallas Cowboys team, including owner Jerry Jones, knelt on the field before the national anthem was played during the Monday Night Football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Arizona.The demonstration was intended as a statement for equality and a representation of unity, according to ESPN's sideline reporter Lisa Salters.During the national anthem, the teams, in separate locations on the field, both stood with arms linked or holding hands.No member of either team was shown in the televised broadcast kneeling or sitting during the anthem.
The Dallas Cowboys team, including owner Jerry Jones, knelt on the field before the national anthem was played during the Monday Night Football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Arizona.The demonstration was intended as a statement for equality and a representation of unity, according to ESPN's sideline reporter Lisa Salters.During the national anthem, the teams, in separate locations on the field, both stood with arms linked or holding hands.No member of either team was shown in the televised broadcast kneeling or sitting during the anthem.
Milwaukee Bucks players chime in on President Trump's national anthem comments
MILWAUKEE -- The NFL and its players got a lot of attention Sunday, September 24th responding to President Donald Trump's comments about players who kneel or sit during the national anthem.
MILWAUKEE -- The NFL and its players got a lot of attention Sunday, September 24th responding to President Donald Trump's comments about players who kneel or sit during the national anthem.
US says it's not pushing for regime change in North Korea
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration said Monday it's not seeking to overthrow North Korea's government after the president tweeted that Kim Jong Un "won't be around much longer" and called Pyongyang's assertion absurd that President Donald Trump's comment amounted to a declaration of war.Still, the fiery rhetoric carrying over from a week of threatening exchanges at the U.N. General Assembly only further fueled fears the adversaries might stumble back into open military conflict.
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration said Monday it's not seeking to overthrow North Korea's government after the president tweeted that Kim Jong Un "won't be around much longer" and called Pyongyang's assertion absurd that President Donald Trump's comment amounted to a declaration of war.Still, the fiery rhetoric carrying over from a week of threatening exchanges at the U.N. General Assembly only further fueled fears the adversaries might stumble back into open military conflict.
Locked arm in arm: Green Bay Packers stand for national anthem, fans weigh in on NFL protests
GREEN BAY -- The Packers and politics -- most of the green and gold stood arm in arm for the national anthem during Sunday afternoon's game at Lambeau Field.But there are mixed emotions among Green Bay fans after Pres.
GREEN BAY -- The Packers and politics -- most of the green and gold stood arm in arm for the national anthem during Sunday afternoon's game at Lambeau Field.But there are mixed emotions among Green Bay fans after Pres.
Pres. Trump promising huge tax cut; focus on taxes vs health care
MORRISTOWN, New Jersey — President Donald Trump is promising "the largest tax cut in the history of our country" that will slash rates for the middle class and corporations to spark economic growth and jobs.Pres.
MORRISTOWN, New Jersey — President Donald Trump is promising "the largest tax cut in the history of our country" that will slash rates for the middle class and corporations to spark economic growth and jobs.Pres.
Pres. Trump replaces travel ban with new restrictions on 8 nations
WASHINGTON — Citizens of eight countries, including North Korea and Venezuela, will face new restrictions on entry to the U.S. under a proclamation signed by President Donald Trump on Sunday that will replace his expiring travel ban.The new rules, which will impact the citizens of Chad, Iran, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Syria, Venezuela and Yemen, will go into effect on October 18.The restrictions range from an indefinite ban on visas for citizens of countries like Syria to more targeted restrictions.
WASHINGTON — Citizens of eight countries, including North Korea and Venezuela, will face new restrictions on entry to the U.S. under a proclamation signed by President Donald Trump on Sunday that will replace his expiring travel ban.The new rules, which will impact the citizens of Chad, Iran, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Syria, Venezuela and Yemen, will go into effect on October 18.The restrictions range from an indefinite ban on visas for citizens of countries like Syria to more targeted restrictions.
Packers players respond to Pres. Trump's comment on player protests during anthem
MILWAUKEE -- Players from the Green Bay Packers are sharing their points of view on the situation between President Donald Trump and the National Football League.President Trump suggested on Friday, September 22nd for NFL owners should fire players who decide to take a knee during the national anthem.
MILWAUKEE -- Players from the Green Bay Packers are sharing their points of view on the situation between President Donald Trump and the National Football League.President Trump suggested on Friday, September 22nd for NFL owners should fire players who decide to take a knee during the national anthem.
President Trump travel ban expires Sunday; new restrictions expected
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump is expected to announce new restrictions on travel to the United States as his ban on visitors from six Muslim-majority countries expires Sunday, 90 days after it went into effect.The Department of Homeland Security has recommended the president sign off on new, more targeted restrictions on foreign nationals from countries it says refuse to share information with the U.S. or haven't taken necessary security precautions.Officials haven't said which — or how many — countries will be affected by the new restrictions, which could take effect as soon as Sunday."The acting secretary has recommended actions that are tough and that are tailored, including restrictions and enhanced screening for certain countries," said Miles Taylor, counselor to acting Homeland Security Secretary Elaine Duke.The current ban bars citizens of Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen who lack a "credible claim of a bona fide relationship with a person or entity in the United States" from entering the U.S.Unlike Pres.
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump is expected to announce new restrictions on travel to the United States as his ban on visitors from six Muslim-majority countries expires Sunday, 90 days after it went into effect.The Department of Homeland Security has recommended the president sign off on new, more targeted restrictions on foreign nationals from countries it says refuse to share information with the U.S. or haven't taken necessary security precautions.Officials haven't said which — or how many — countries will be affected by the new restrictions, which could take effect as soon as Sunday."The acting secretary has recommended actions that are tough and that are tailored, including restrictions and enhanced screening for certain countries," said Miles Taylor, counselor to acting Homeland Security Secretary Elaine Duke.The current ban bars citizens of Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen who lack a "credible claim of a bona fide relationship with a person or entity in the United States" from entering the U.S.Unlike Pres.
Pictures: At least 100 NFL players kneel or sit in protest
NFL players used the national anthem to show their defiance to President Donald Trump's criticism, with at least 100 players kneeling or sitting in protest and one team staying in the locker room.Most teams in the early afternoon games locked arms in solidarity.
NFL players used the national anthem to show their defiance to President Donald Trump's criticism, with at least 100 players kneeling or sitting in protest and one team staying in the locker room.Most teams in the early afternoon games locked arms in solidarity.
President's criticisms incite more protests at NFL games
President Donald Trump's criticism of players who protest during the national anthem incited a mass increase in such activism Sunday, with more than 100 NFL players sitting or kneeling, others raising their fists and whole teams standing with locked arms to display unity.One team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, stayed in the locker room during "The Star-Spangled Banner."Last week across the entire NFL, only four players knelt or sat, and two stood with their fists raised.
President Donald Trump's criticism of players who protest during the national anthem incited a mass increase in such activism Sunday, with more than 100 NFL players sitting or kneeling, others raising their fists and whole teams standing with locked arms to display unity.One team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, stayed in the locker room during "The Star-Spangled Banner."Last week across the entire NFL, only four players knelt or sat, and two stood with their fists raised.
Pres. Trump trying to turn around GOP holdouts on health bill
WASHINGTON — Unwilling to concede defeat on a bedrock GOP promise, President Donald Trump on Saturday tried to sway two Republican holdouts on the party's last-ditch health care hope while clawing at his nemesis who again has brought the "Obamacare" repeal-and-replace effort to the brink of failure.Pres.
WASHINGTON — Unwilling to concede defeat on a bedrock GOP promise, President Donald Trump on Saturday tried to sway two Republican holdouts on the party's last-ditch health care hope while clawing at his nemesis who again has brought the "Obamacare" repeal-and-replace effort to the brink of failure.Pres.
Packers president, CEO reacts to Pres. Trump's comments about players who kneel during national anthem
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy released a statement on Saturday, September 23rd in reaction to statements made by Pres.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy released a statement on Saturday, September 23rd in reaction to statements made by Pres.
Golden State Warriors spurn White House trip after Pres. Trump pulls invitation
SOMERSET, N.J. — The Golden State Warriors say they will not go to the White House when they visit Washington early next year, announcing the decision hours after President Donald Trump tweeted he was withdrawing the invitation.Warriors star Stephen Curry had said he was not interested in the traditional event American championship teams usually have with the president.
SOMERSET, N.J. — The Golden State Warriors say they will not go to the White House when they visit Washington early next year, announcing the decision hours after President Donald Trump tweeted he was withdrawing the invitation.Warriors star Stephen Curry had said he was not interested in the traditional event American championship teams usually have with the president.
Pentagon: U.S. flies mission in airspace east of North Korea
WASHINGTON -- The Pentagon says B-1B bombers from Guam and F-15 fighter escorts from Okinawa, Japan, have flown a mission in international airspace over the waters east of North Korea.The U.S. says it's the farthest north of the Demilitarized Zone that divides the Korean Peninsula that any American fighter or bomber has flown this century.Defense Department spokesman Dana White says in a statement that the mission shows how seriously the U.S. takes what he calls North Korea's "reckless behavior."His statement says the flights are a "demonstration of U.S. resolve and a clear message" that President Donald Trump "has many military options to defeat any threat."White says "we are prepared to use the full range of military capabilities to defend the U.S. homeland and our allies."
WASHINGTON -- The Pentagon says B-1B bombers from Guam and F-15 fighter escorts from Okinawa, Japan, have flown a mission in international airspace over the waters east of North Korea.The U.S. says it's the farthest north of the Demilitarized Zone that divides the Korean Peninsula that any American fighter or bomber has flown this century.Defense Department spokesman Dana White says in a statement that the mission shows how seriously the U.S. takes what he calls North Korea's "reckless behavior."His statement says the flights are a "demonstration of U.S. resolve and a clear message" that President Donald Trump "has many military options to defeat any threat."White says "we are prepared to use the full range of military capabilities to defend the U.S. homeland and our allies."
President Trump picks Krueger as new US attorney in Milwaukee
MADISON — President Donald Trump has nominated an assistant U.S. attorney to serve as the new chief federal prosecutor in Milwaukee.President Trump announced Friday he has chosen Matthew Krueger to serve as U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.
MADISON — President Donald Trump has nominated an assistant U.S. attorney to serve as the new chief federal prosecutor in Milwaukee.President Trump announced Friday he has chosen Matthew Krueger to serve as U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.
NFL commissioner, players' union angrily denounce President Trump
SOMERSET, N.J. — The National Football League and its players' union on Saturday angrily denounced President Donald Trump for suggesting that owners fire players who kneel during the national anthem and that fans consider walking out in protest "when somebody disrespects our flag.""Divisive comments like these demonstrate an unfortunate lack of respect for the NFL, our great game and all of our players," the league commissioner, Roger Goodell, said in a statement.DeMaurice Smith, executive director of the NFL Players Association, tweeted: "We will never back down.
SOMERSET, N.J. — The National Football League and its players' union on Saturday angrily denounced President Donald Trump for suggesting that owners fire players who kneel during the national anthem and that fans consider walking out in protest "when somebody disrespects our flag.""Divisive comments like these demonstrate an unfortunate lack of respect for the NFL, our great game and all of our players," the league commissioner, Roger Goodell, said in a statement.DeMaurice Smith, executive director of the NFL Players Association, tweeted: "We will never back down.