Appeals court refuses to weigh in on President Trump's travel ban rules
SAN FRANCISCO — A federal appeals court on Friday dismissed Hawaii's attempt to challenge the rules created by the Trump administration for its travel ban on citizens from six majority-Muslim countries.The state asked the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for an order saying the government could not omit grandparents, aunts and uncles, and other relatives of someone in the U.S. from the list of people who can still travel to the country.A three-judge panel said the 9th Circuit does not have jurisdiction to address the issue after the state appealed a federal judge's decision to leave the government's rules in place.U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson on Thursday denied Hawaii's request to clarify who is exempt, saying the question would be better posed to the Supreme Court.Watson put President Donald Trump's revised travel ban on hold in March, and the justices partially reinstated it last month."Every day that passes is a day when our government is turning away human beings — from newborn children to elderly grandparents — whom the injunction requires to be admitted," attorneys for Hawaii said in their filing with the 9th Circuit.The state attorney general's office said it was still reviewing the 9th Circuit's decision.The Supreme Court said the president's 90-day ban on visitors from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen could be enforced pending arguments set for October if a visitor lacks a "credible claim of a bona fide relationship with a person or entity in the United States."The court's majority said a close family relationship in the U.S. was required to enter the country and a spouse or mother-in-law would clearly be permitted.The Trump administration has said the exemption would apply to parents, spouses, sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, fiances or siblings.A U.S. Department of Justice spokeswoman said the agency declined to comment on the 9th Circuit's decision.The department said in a court filing that its list of people exempt from the ban "hews closely" to categories defined by Congress.The Trump administration says the travel ban is necessary to keep Americans safe until it can review the vetting process for refugees and others.
SAN FRANCISCO — A federal appeals court on Friday dismissed Hawaii's attempt to challenge the rules created by the Trump administration for its travel ban on citizens from six majority-Muslim countries.The state asked the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for an order saying the government could not omit grandparents, aunts and uncles, and other relatives of someone in the U.S. from the list of people who can still travel to the country.A three-judge panel said the 9th Circuit does not have jurisdiction to address the issue after the state appealed a federal judge's decision to leave the government's rules in place.U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson on Thursday denied Hawaii's request to clarify who is exempt, saying the question would be better posed to the Supreme Court.Watson put President Donald Trump's revised travel ban on hold in March, and the justices partially reinstated it last month."Every day that passes is a day when our government is turning away human beings — from newborn children to elderly grandparents — whom the injunction requires to be admitted," attorneys for Hawaii said in their filing with the 9th Circuit.The state attorney general's office said it was still reviewing the 9th Circuit's decision.The Supreme Court said the president's 90-day ban on visitors from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen could be enforced pending arguments set for October if a visitor lacks a "credible claim of a bona fide relationship with a person or entity in the United States."The court's majority said a close family relationship in the U.S. was required to enter the country and a spouse or mother-in-law would clearly be permitted.The Trump administration has said the exemption would apply to parents, spouses, sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, fiances or siblings.A U.S. Department of Justice spokeswoman said the agency declined to comment on the 9th Circuit's decision.The department said in a court filing that its list of people exempt from the ban "hews closely" to categories defined by Congress.The Trump administration says the travel ban is necessary to keep Americans safe until it can review the vetting process for refugees and others.
President Trump and Putin meet at international summit in Germany
HAMBURG, Germany — President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin shared a brief encounter Friday ahead of their highly anticipated meeting on the sidelines of an international summit in Germany.The two leaders had a brief encounter upon arrival at the G-20 summit of industrialized and developing nations, shaking hands and exchanging a few words.
HAMBURG, Germany — President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin shared a brief encounter Friday ahead of their highly anticipated meeting on the sidelines of an international summit in Germany.The two leaders had a brief encounter upon arrival at the G-20 summit of industrialized and developing nations, shaking hands and exchanging a few words.
Pres. Trump on Russian meddling, hours before meeting with Putin: "Nobody really knows for sure"
WARSAW, Poland — Hours before a crucial meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, President Donald Trump stopped short Thursday, July 6th of condemning Moscow for meddling in the U.S. presidential election — and refused to say if he would raise the issue when the leaders go behind closed doors.Yet in a speech to a friendly crowd of thousands who chanted his name in downtown Warsaw, President Trump sought to demonstrate that he wasn't overlooking Russian behavior that has sparked global concern, especially from Poland and other eastern and central European nations."We urge Russia to cease its destabilizing activities in Ukraine and elsewhere, and its support for hostile regimes, including Syria and Iran, and to join the community of responsible nations in our fight against common enemies and in defense of civilization itself," he said from Krasinski Square.President Trump then flew to Hamburg, Germany, where more than 100,000 protesters were expected to flood the city to stage massive protests against the Group of 20 summit.
WARSAW, Poland — Hours before a crucial meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, President Donald Trump stopped short Thursday, July 6th of condemning Moscow for meddling in the U.S. presidential election — and refused to say if he would raise the issue when the leaders go behind closed doors.Yet in a speech to a friendly crowd of thousands who chanted his name in downtown Warsaw, President Trump sought to demonstrate that he wasn't overlooking Russian behavior that has sparked global concern, especially from Poland and other eastern and central European nations."We urge Russia to cease its destabilizing activities in Ukraine and elsewhere, and its support for hostile regimes, including Syria and Iran, and to join the community of responsible nations in our fight against common enemies and in defense of civilization itself," he said from Krasinski Square.President Trump then flew to Hamburg, Germany, where more than 100,000 protesters were expected to flood the city to stage massive protests against the Group of 20 summit.
Pre-emptive US strike on North Korea could be 'catastrophic'
WASHINGTON — A pre-emptive military strike may be among the "pretty severe things" President Donald Trump says he is considering for North Korea, but it's a step so fraught with risk that it ranks as among the unlikeliest options.Even a so-called surgical strike aimed at the North's partially hidden nuclear and missile force is unlikely to destroy the arsenal or stop its leader, Kim Jong Un, from swiftly retaliating with long-range artillery that could kill stunning numbers in South Korea within minutes.An all-out conflict could then ensue.
WASHINGTON — A pre-emptive military strike may be among the "pretty severe things" President Donald Trump says he is considering for North Korea, but it's a step so fraught with risk that it ranks as among the unlikeliest options.Even a so-called surgical strike aimed at the North's partially hidden nuclear and missile force is unlikely to destroy the arsenal or stop its leader, Kim Jong Un, from swiftly retaliating with long-range artillery that could kill stunning numbers in South Korea within minutes.An all-out conflict could then ensue.
US warns North Korea that diplomatic window is closing
WASHINGTON — The United States warned Wednesday, July 5th that North Korea was "quickly closing off" the prospect of a diplomatic resolution to its provocations, as the Trump administration launched a government-wide effort to identify options for confronting Pyongyang following its unprecedented intercontinental ballistic missile launch.President Donald Trump and other senior officials dangled the prospect of punishing countries that trade with North Korea — a threat aimed directly at China, Pyongyang's biggest benefactor.
WASHINGTON — The United States warned Wednesday, July 5th that North Korea was "quickly closing off" the prospect of a diplomatic resolution to its provocations, as the Trump administration launched a government-wide effort to identify options for confronting Pyongyang following its unprecedented intercontinental ballistic missile launch.President Donald Trump and other senior officials dangled the prospect of punishing countries that trade with North Korea — a threat aimed directly at China, Pyongyang's biggest benefactor.
MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' sets viewership mark after President Trump's tweets
NEW YORK — Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski reached their biggest audience ever when they talked Friday about President Donald Trump's tweets about their show.The Nielsen company said Wednesday that 1.66 million people watched the MSNBC morning show the day after the tweets.
NEW YORK — Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski reached their biggest audience ever when they talked Friday about President Donald Trump's tweets about their show.The Nielsen company said Wednesday that 1.66 million people watched the MSNBC morning show the day after the tweets.
Gov. Walker says he's not stepping into the issue after Trump administration requests voter information
WAUWATOSA -- More than 40 states are refusing the Trump administration's requests for voter information.Election officials in Wisconsin say they'll give up certain information, but only if the federal Election Integrity Commission pays for it, like anyone.On Tuesday, July 4th, Governor Scott Walker said he's not stepping into this issue." The bottom line is the commission is independent from me, so it's one of those where they're following the guidelines and the rules.
WAUWATOSA -- More than 40 states are refusing the Trump administration's requests for voter information.Election officials in Wisconsin say they'll give up certain information, but only if the federal Election Integrity Commission pays for it, like anyone.On Tuesday, July 4th, Governor Scott Walker said he's not stepping into this issue." The bottom line is the commission is independent from me, so it's one of those where they're following the guidelines and the rules.
In Europe, President Trump gets 2nd chance to make 1st impression
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump will learn this week whether he gets a second chance to make a first impression as he returns to Europe and has his first encounter with Russia's Vladimir Putin.President Trump's first visit to the continent in May stirred anxieties among European allies when he declined to endorse NATO's common defense treaty explicitly and scolded world leaders for not spending more on their armed forces.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump will learn this week whether he gets a second chance to make a first impression as he returns to Europe and has his first encounter with Russia's Vladimir Putin.President Trump's first visit to the continent in May stirred anxieties among European allies when he declined to endorse NATO's common defense treaty explicitly and scolded world leaders for not spending more on their armed forces.
President Trump makes push on health bill; repeal-only vote an option
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is making a weekend push to get a Republican Senate bill to repeal and replace former President Barack Obama's health care law "across the finish line," President Trump's top legislative aide said Sunday, July 2nd, maintaining that a repeal-only option also remained in play if Republicans can't reach agreement.Marc Short, the White House's legislative director, said President Trump was making calls to wavering senators and insisted they were "getting close" on passing a bill.But Short said President Trump continues to believe that repeal-only legislation should also be considered after raising the possibility last Friday.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is making a weekend push to get a Republican Senate bill to repeal and replace former President Barack Obama's health care law "across the finish line," President Trump's top legislative aide said Sunday, July 2nd, maintaining that a repeal-only option also remained in play if Republicans can't reach agreement.Marc Short, the White House's legislative director, said President Trump was making calls to wavering senators and insisted they were "getting close" on passing a bill.But Short said President Trump continues to believe that repeal-only legislation should also be considered after raising the possibility last Friday.
President Trump vows to support and defend religious freedom in US
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump vowed to support and defend religious liberty, telling a gathering of evangelical Christians that the threat of terrorism is "one of the most grave and dire threats to religious freedom in the world today.""We cannot allow this terrorism and extremism to spread in our country, or to find sanctuary on our shores or in our cities," President Trump said Saturday night at a "Celebrate Freedom" concert honoring veterans. "We want to make sure that anyone who seeks to join our country shares our values and has the capacity to love our people."The evangelical megachurch First Baptist Dallas and Salem Media Group sponsored the event at the John F.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump vowed to support and defend religious liberty, telling a gathering of evangelical Christians that the threat of terrorism is "one of the most grave and dire threats to religious freedom in the world today.""We cannot allow this terrorism and extremism to spread in our country, or to find sanctuary on our shores or in our cities," President Trump said Saturday night at a "Celebrate Freedom" concert honoring veterans. "We want to make sure that anyone who seeks to join our country shares our values and has the capacity to love our people."The evangelical megachurch First Baptist Dallas and Salem Media Group sponsored the event at the John F.
President Trump upset states not fully cooperating with voting panel
OKLAHOMA CITY — President Donald Trump is upset that all states aren't fully cooperating with his voting commission's request for detailed information about every voter in the United States.Some of the most populous ones, including California and New York, are refusing to comply.
OKLAHOMA CITY — President Donald Trump is upset that all states aren't fully cooperating with his voting commission's request for detailed information about every voter in the United States.Some of the most populous ones, including California and New York, are refusing to comply.
Chicago police, feds team up on new effort to curb violence
CHICAGO — Chicago police, federal agents and prosecutors are launching a new initiative Friday to stem the flow of illegal firearms in the city as part of efforts to curb rampant gun violence that President Donald Trump says is at "epidemic proportions."Pres.
CHICAGO — Chicago police, federal agents and prosecutors are launching a new initiative Friday to stem the flow of illegal firearms in the city as part of efforts to curb rampant gun violence that President Donald Trump says is at "epidemic proportions."Pres.
MSNBC 'Morning Joe' hosts fire back at President Trump's Twitter blasts
NEW YORK — "Morning Joe" hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski said Friday that President Donald Trump lied about their December encounter in a tweet and that his "unhealthy obsession" with their program doesn't serve his mental health or the country well.The two MSNBC personalities postponed a vacation in order to respond to President Trump's tweet, which drew wide condemnation a day earlier because he called Brzezinski "crazy" and said she was "bleeding badly from a face-lift" when he saw them at his Florida estate."We were heartened to hear a number of Republican lawmakers call out Mr.
NEW YORK — "Morning Joe" hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski said Friday that President Donald Trump lied about their December encounter in a tweet and that his "unhealthy obsession" with their program doesn't serve his mental health or the country well.The two MSNBC personalities postponed a vacation in order to respond to President Trump's tweet, which drew wide condemnation a day earlier because he called Brzezinski "crazy" and said she was "bleeding badly from a face-lift" when he saw them at his Florida estate."We were heartened to hear a number of Republican lawmakers call out Mr.
Washington Post: March 2009 Time cover of President Trump is phony
WASHINGTON — A Time magazine cover featuring President Donald Trump hangs on the walls of at least four of the president's golf clubs, in Florida, Virginia, Ireland and Scotland.But closer inspection reveals that the March 1, 2009, cover is false.The Washington Post investigated and reported Tuesday that Time had no magazine cover with that date, nor had the publication featured President Trump on its cover at any time in 2009.
WASHINGTON — A Time magazine cover featuring President Donald Trump hangs on the walls of at least four of the president's golf clubs, in Florida, Virginia, Ireland and Scotland.But closer inspection reveals that the March 1, 2009, cover is false.The Washington Post investigated and reported Tuesday that Time had no magazine cover with that date, nor had the publication featured President Trump on its cover at any time in 2009.
President Trump takes another swipe at CNN following resignations
NEW YORK — President Donald Trump used the resignations of three CNN journalists involved in a retracted Russia-related story to resume his attack on the network's credibility Tuesday.The story was about a supposed investigation into a pre-inaugural meeting between a President Trump associate and the head of a Russian investment fund.
NEW YORK — President Donald Trump used the resignations of three CNN journalists involved in a retracted Russia-related story to resume his attack on the network's credibility Tuesday.The story was about a supposed investigation into a pre-inaugural meeting between a President Trump associate and the head of a Russian investment fund.
Pres. Trump: Not 'that far off' from passing health overhaul
WASHINGTON — Making a final push, President Donald Trump said he doesn't think congressional Republicans are "that far off" on a health overhaul to replace "the dead carcass of Obamacare." Expressing frustration, he complained about "the level of hostility" in government and wondered why both parties can't work together on the Senate bill as GOP critics expressed doubt over a successful vote this week.It was the latest signs of high-stakes maneuvering over a key campaign promise, and the president signaled a willingness to deal."We have a very good plan," President Trump said in an interview broadcast Sunday.
WASHINGTON — Making a final push, President Donald Trump said he doesn't think congressional Republicans are "that far off" on a health overhaul to replace "the dead carcass of Obamacare." Expressing frustration, he complained about "the level of hostility" in government and wondered why both parties can't work together on the Senate bill as GOP critics expressed doubt over a successful vote this week.It was the latest signs of high-stakes maneuvering over a key campaign promise, and the president signaled a willingness to deal."We have a very good plan," President Trump said in an interview broadcast Sunday.
Pres. Trump approves $2B sale of drones to India ahead of meeting
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has authorized the sale of unarmed surveillance drones to India, the manufacturer said Friday, as the two nations' leaders prepare for their first face-to-face meeting.India initiated its request to buy 22 Guardian MQ-9B unmanned aircraft for maritime surveillance last year.
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has authorized the sale of unarmed surveillance drones to India, the manufacturer said Friday, as the two nations' leaders prepare for their first face-to-face meeting.India initiated its request to buy 22 Guardian MQ-9B unmanned aircraft for maritime surveillance last year.
No tapes after all: President Trump says he didn't record Comey talks
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump declared Thursday he never made and doesn't have recordings of his private conversations with ousted former FBI Director James Comey, ending a month-long guessing game that he started with a cryptic tweet and that ensnared his administration in yet more controversy."With all of the recently reported electronic surveillance, intercepts, unmasking and illegal leaking of information," President Trump said in his latest tweets, he has "no idea" whether there are "tapes" or recordings of the two men's conversations.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump declared Thursday he never made and doesn't have recordings of his private conversations with ousted former FBI Director James Comey, ending a month-long guessing game that he started with a cryptic tweet and that ensnared his administration in yet more controversy."With all of the recently reported electronic surveillance, intercepts, unmasking and illegal leaking of information," President Trump said in his latest tweets, he has "no idea" whether there are "tapes" or recordings of the two men's conversations.
President Trump likely to reveal this week whether secret tapes exist
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is expected to make an announcement in the coming days on whether any recordings exist of his private conversations with former FBI Director James Comey, potentially bringing to an end one of the central mysteries of the ongoing probe that has consumed his White House.White House press secretary Sean Spicer said Tuesday, June 20th that he expects an announcement "this week" on the possibility of tapes.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is expected to make an announcement in the coming days on whether any recordings exist of his private conversations with former FBI Director James Comey, potentially bringing to an end one of the central mysteries of the ongoing probe that has consumed his White House.White House press secretary Sean Spicer said Tuesday, June 20th that he expects an announcement "this week" on the possibility of tapes.
President Trump's personal lawyer hires his own lawyer
President Trump's personal lawyer has retained a Washington, D.C.-based lawyer to represent him in the various government probes connected to Russian involvement in the 2016 election.Attorney Steve Ryan says Friday that Michael Cohen plans on cooperating "in all governmental inquiries."A special counsel is probing the 2016 presidential election and whether there were any contacts between Russians and the Trump campaign.Multiple committees in both houses of Congress are investigating the same thing.Cohen has worked for President Trump since the mid-2000s and was active in the campaign.
President Trump's personal lawyer has retained a Washington, D.C.-based lawyer to represent him in the various government probes connected to Russian involvement in the 2016 election.Attorney Steve Ryan says Friday that Michael Cohen plans on cooperating "in all governmental inquiries."A special counsel is probing the 2016 presidential election and whether there were any contacts between Russians and the Trump campaign.Multiple committees in both houses of Congress are investigating the same thing.Cohen has worked for President Trump since the mid-2000s and was active in the campaign.