Thursday, January 26, 2017

Thursday's Headlines: Hill Republicans seek answers from Trump, instead find new questions

People were taking Trump seriously. Now they're starting to take him literally.; In first major TV interview as president, Trump obsesses over his popularity; Trump's definition of 'voter fraud' seems to include daughter, top adviser; 5 challenges Trump may face building a border wall; As Trump sets up showdown with sanctuary cities, U.S. mayors express defiance; Voting rights advocates fear Trump's unfounded fraud claims will lead to more restrictive laws;
 
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Hill Republicans seek answers from Trump, instead find new questions
GOP lawmakers hoped to discuss health care and the tax code at a retreat this week. They found themselves talking about President Trump's actions instead.
People were taking Trump seriously. Now they're starting to take him literally.
The Trump administration is showing every sign of taking the nation far to the right to fulfill his campaign pledges — putting him at odds with some members of his own party.
 
In first major TV interview as president, Trump obsesses over his popularity
The lengthy interview revealed a man fixated on his following and eager to provide evidence of his likability, even if that information doesn't match reality.
 
Trump's definition of 'voter fraud' seems to include daughter, top adviser
Whether willful or careless, the president strikes at the foundations of our system of government.
 
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5 challenges Trump may face building a border wall
Relying on a physical barrier along the border presents multiple problems, including rough terrain; private ownership of much of the land needed; differences between natural boundaries and the best places for artificial ones; the need for surveillance; and migrants' determination.
 
As Trump sets up showdown with sanctuary cities, U.S. mayors express defiance
President Trump has directed the Department of Homeland Security to find ways to defund cities and jurisdictions out of step with his immigration priorities. That action — which could cost sanctuary cities including Washington, New York and Los Angeles millions of dollars — is the latest in a series of moves where Trump has appeared willing to step on state-level or municipal prerogatives.
 
Voting rights advocates fear Trump's unfounded fraud claims will lead to more restrictive laws
It is unclear who will carry out Trump's call for a "major investigation" related to his unproven assertion that millions of illegal votes were cast in the presidential election.
 
 
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Trump's vetting plan would weaken U.S. security
 
Trump's politicized immigration acts are at odds with American values
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At Trump's Mar-a-Lago club, the price for joining just doubled
The president stands to benefit from increased demand at the beachfront resort he owns, drawing criticism that he is profiting off his rise to the White House.
A lawmaker retweeted an offensive post about the Women's March. Wednesday he resigned.
Republican Nebraska State Sen. Bill Kintner drew criticism for a retweet which appeared to joke about the issue of sexual assault.
The annual March for Life will have a new mood this year: Optimistic
President Trump's inauguration has bolstered hopes of antiabortion activists who will gather Friday on the Mall for their 44th annual march.
Rogue Twitter accounts spring up to fight president on climate change
An anonymous group of people who claim to be National Park Service employees created an account to jab at the Trump administration for muzzling federal workers.
Mary Tyler Moore | 1936-2017
We loved her for her cheer. But did we miss out on a possible film legend?
Famous for her smile, Mary Tyler Moore also captivated us as the icy mother in "Ordinary People."
Venus Williams to face sister Serena in Grand Slam final for first time since 2009
That was the last time Venus Williams, 36, played in a Grand Slam final and she will have a chance to win her first major singles title since 2008, while Serena goes for her 23rd, one short of the all-time record.
Americans are no longer making progress on cutting back on sugary drinks
After a decade of falling consumption, rates have stalled at well above the recommended limit, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
 
     
 
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