Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Tuesday's Headlines: As Trump lashes out, Republicans worry it could put their agenda at risk

Federal contractor charged, accused of giving classified NSA document to news organization; Terrorist attack adds new dynamic to an already tightening British election; EPA chief Scott Pruitt claims that 'almost 50,000 jobs' have been gained in coal. He isn't very close.; Senior U.S. diplomat in Beijing embassy resigns over Trump's climate change decision;
 
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As Trump lashes out, Republicans worry it could put their agenda at risk
President Trump faces a convergence of challenges this week, including former FBI director James B. Comey's testimony at a Senate hearing. But instead of hunkering down and delicately navigating the legal and political thicket, Trump spent much of the day launching volleys on Twitter about the London mayor and federal courts in the wake of the London Bridge terrorist attack.
Federal contractor charged, accused of giving classified NSA document to news organization
The criminal charge is the first from a leak investigation during the Trump administration. A person familiar with the case said it involves a document given to The Intercept website about a Russian hacking effort before the 2016 election.
 
Terrorist attack adds new dynamic to an already tightening British election
The weekend attack in London — the third major terrorist strike in Britain in as many months — could jolt an election this week where leadership has already been a dominant theme, experts say.
 
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EPA chief Scott Pruitt claims that 'almost 50,000 jobs' have been gained in coal. He isn't very close.
The EPA administrator had a shiny new talking point to roll out on the Sunday morning shows as he defended President Trump's decision to exit the Paris accord on climate change.
 
Senior U.S. diplomat in Beijing embassy resigns over Trump's climate change decision
David Rank, the deputy chief of mission, told embassy staff he could not in good conscience help implement President Trump's withdrawal from the Paris accord.
 
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Britain answered the latest attack with substance and strength. Trump, not so much.
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The Persian Gulf crisis over Qatar, explained
This situation is a reflection of long-running frustrations with the Qataris, who the Saudis and Emiratis claim are supporting terrorist groups as well as being far too cordial with Iran.
Tiny border town challenges Texas's crackdown on 'sanctuary cities'
"I know I will be on the right side of history," said El Cenizo Mayor Raul Reyes, whose town of 3,300 residents is pursuing a federal lawsuit to block a new state immigration law set to take effect Sept. 1 that would require police to hold criminal suspects for possible deportation.
A Bill Cosby accuser sobs in court: 'I remember wanting to cover myself and not being able to'
The first day of testimony in the sexual assault trial was dominated by an emotionally charged appearance by a woman whom prosecutors called in hopes of establishing a pattern of illicit behavior.
Trump's hotel company is expanding into friendlier political territory
The chain will open four new hotels in Mississippi. A new line of "American Idea" hotels also set to open will offer rates that working-class voters can more easily afford.
'Kill them. Kill them all': GOP congressman calls for holy war against 'radicalized' Muslims
Louisiana politician Clay Higgins, who has a long history of making controversial statements, is under fire again for a Facebook post after Saturday's deadly attacks in Britain.
U.S. chess champion is now ranked No. 2 in the world. Opponents fear he's still getting better.
Wesley So, a 23-year-old who moved to the United States from the Philippines to play in college, went unbeaten for 67 matches in a row in elite play from last July to this April.
Apple's 6 'major' announcements at its annual developers conference
The company unveiled the HomePod, its smart speaker to compete with Google and Amazon devices, which will cost $349 and will respond to commands using Apple's Siri voice assistant.
 
     
 
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