Wednesday, January 17, 2018

Wednesday's Headlines: A burst of acrimony on Capitol Hill threatens immigration deal

 
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Today's Headlines
The morning's most important stories, selected by Post editors
 
 
A burst of acrimony on Capitol Hill threatens immigration deal
Continuing fallout over the president's use of a vulgar expression during a meeting last week heightened doubts among congressional leaders that they will be able to make a deal on a new spending bill by Friday's deadline that will include legalizing the status of "dreamers" — undocumented immigrants brought to this country as children.
Clashes boost chances of shutdown at week's end
Rep. Steny H. Hoyer (D-Md.), the second-ranking House Democrat, refused to guarantee the votes to keep the government open. "We're not going to be held hostage to do things we think are contrary to the best interest of the American people," Hoyer said.
 
Mueller subpoenas Bannon to testify in Russia investigation
Stephen K. Bannon is the first top Trump adviser known to be summoned by special counsel investigators for a grand jury interview. He appeared before the House Intelligence Committee on Tuesday, but the president's former chief strategist declined to answer questions.
 
After Irma, Barbuda islanders fear a cherished Caribbean lifestyle may vanish
Before Hurricane Irma struck in September, Barbuda's 1,700 residents considered the island a forgotten Eden. But as pressure mounts from Antigua's government to modernize as they rebuild, many fear a traditional way of life will be lost forever.
 
Most of National Park Service panel quits out of frustration with Zinke's refusal to meet with them
The resignations of nine out of 12 National Park System Advisory Board members leaves the federal government without a functioning body to designate national historic or natural landmarks. 
 
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Five Navy officers involved with two collisions face charges, including homicide and dereliction of duty
Last year's incidents left 17 sailors dead. Those charged include Cmdrs. Bryce Benson and Alfredo J. Sanchez, the former captains of the USS Fitzgerald and USS John S. McCain.
 
 
Top White House physician declares Trump in excellent overall health
Navy Rear Adm. Ronny L. Jackson said the 71-year-old president did "exceedingly well" on a 30-item cognitive test that Trump had personally requested in a bid to put questions about his mental fitness to rest.
 
In the coldest village on earth, eyelashes freeze, dinner is frozen and temperatures sink to minus-88
The harsh cold climate permeates nearly every aspect of existence for the people who live in Oymyakon, a remote Siberian village of about 500 people.
 
Adult-film star reportedly spoke to journalist in 2016 about Trump settlement, fearing he wouldn't pay
Stephanie Clifford, whose professional name is Stormy Daniels, spoke to Slate multiple times before breaking off contact a week before the election, according to Jacob Weisberg, chairman and editor in chief of the Slate Group.
 
Companies race to gather a newly prized currency: Our body measurements
Millions of Americans are increasingly volunteering this personal data in search of better-fitting clothes, raising concerns for some privacy experts.
 
A new U.S. air blitz in Afghanistan won't stop for winter. But will it stop the Taliban?
A huge spike in airstrikes is the product of new rules that let U.S. forces hit Taliban targets at will, whereas under the Obama administration, they were restricted to defending Afghan forces under imminent attack. 
 
     
 
 
 
 

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