Some middle-class Americans worry Trump health subsidies cut will hurt
PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) - Tom Westerman voted for Donald Trump in last year's election but says he might not do so again after the president cut off billions of dollars in Obamacare subsidies to health insurance...
Trump let down Sgt. La David Johnson's widow and the nation: Montel Williams
We should all be ashamed that her kids will one day read that the commander in chief made their mother cry. And we should pray our ideals survive....
How to Fix U.S.-Turkey Relations
Turkey needs the United States to understand its security concerns. The United States needs Turkey to show a commitment to the rule of law.
Democracy Can Plant the Seeds of Its Own Destruction
The advent of Trumpism is a symptom of the erosion of our basic institutions.
Trump aide warns EU not to harm UK business post Brexit
Christopher Giancarlo, one of Donald Trump's most senior economic advisers, said a land-grab by France and Germany risks imposing 'significant costs' on the economy.
Trump tax strategy: Cut a few compromises but don't count on Democrats
Trump tax strategy takes shape: compromise with Democrats but don't count on them to help pass the bill....
Senators Demand Online Ad Disclosures as Tech Lobby Mobilizes
Tech has fought online ad regulations, but three senators will introduce a bipartisan bill to force the industry to disclose who buys political ads.
Trevor Noah Says the Only Wall We Need Is Around Harvey Weinstein
The “Daily Show” host said of Mr. Weinstein, “This guy keeps getting worse and worse.”
Trump Isn’t Hitler. But the Lying …
The president has manipulated the American people with outrageous lies.
Fake or not? Nearly half of voters say media fabricate stories about Trump
Now this is depressing.
Welcome to the World of “Soviet” Feelings
Mikhail Iossel writes about the Soviet family tradition of avoiding political talk between parents and children, and how that strategy applies to the Trump Presidency.
Chicago museum says Renoir in Trump's NYC apartment fake
French impressionist Pierre-Auguste Renoir's Two Sisters (On The Terrace) has hung in the Art Institute of Chicago since 1933 but Trump asserts his is real.
Jaguars owner says Trump is jealous of the NFL
Jaguars owner Shahid Khan said that Trump failed to buy the Buffalo Bills in 2014 and has now made it his personal mission as the president to 'soil a league or brand that he is jealous of.'
Florida Democrat Wilson no friend of veterans, vote record shows
The Florida Democrat who criticized President Donald Trump this week for being "insensitive" toward the widow of a U.S. soldier slain in Africa might be facing similar criticism herself.
Senate poised for crucial vote related to tax reform measure
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's drive to overhaul the U.S. tax code headed for a pivotal moment on Thursday, with Senate Republicans poised to approve a budget measure that would help them pass tax legislation without Democratic...
Donald Trump, Catalonia, Nxivm: Your Thursday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know to start your day.
Trump, Who Has Told Over 1000 Documented Lies, "Surprised" by "Dishonest" Media
President Trump, a man who has now told well over 1,000 documented lies since he took office in January, was recently caught out lying about donating money to the father of a fallen soldier, and is so dishonest his entire administration works 24/7 to walk back his...
US: Myanmar's military accountable for Rohingya crisis
Forty-three US lawmakers have urged the Trump administration to re-impose US travel bans on Myanmar's military leaders.
46% of voters think the media concocts fake Trump stories, poll says
And yet only 28% believe the government should yank the broadcasting license of news organizations....
Trump offered dad $25k after solider's death, never sent
Chris Baldridge said he received a phone call from President Trump in June shortly after his 22-year-old son Dillon was one of three soliders killed by an Afghan police officer.
‘Uncharted waters’: Judge questions reasoning behind Trump Emoluments lawsuit
A federal judge has raised concerns over the arguments from both parties in a lawsuit filed against President Donald Trump, which alleges that he violated the Constitution’s Emoluments Clause by accepting money from foreign governments through his businesses. Read...
Waiting for the “Trump Slump” in the Stock Market
John Cassidy writes about the bullish stock market under Donald Trump so far, and how past precedent indicates that a "Trump Slump” could be on the way.
Struggle Over Kirkuk Puts the U.S. and Iran on the Same Side
Kurdish and Iraqi forces, both armed by the Americans, fought each other in Kirkuk. Analysts think Iran played a key role in the dispute’s resolution.
Fallen Troops’ Families Tell of Meeting Presidents: Sympathy and Sometimes Discomfort
President Trump’s condolence call to the widow of a slain soldier was outside the usual range of encounters with presidents, wounded service members and families of those killed said.
The White House Sees Only Dollar Signs in the Arctic
With subterfuge and an ear for those who can gain financially, the administration pushes to drill oil and mine gold in fragile areas.
Grieving aunt of slain US soldier hero calls Trump an SOB
Katrina Johnson, 42, believes her family's account of the conversation and says Trump's supposed comments are a grave insult to her patriot nephew.
OnPolitics Today: Trump showed 'disrespect' for fallen soldier, mother says
Gold Star families are speaking out....
Trump is Manufacturing His Own Twisted Reality, and His People Are Buying Every Lie
In Patton Oswalt's latest standup special on Netflix, he described the challenges of covering Donald Trump's presidency as a comedian. He observed that as soon as he develops a joke about something Trump has said or done, it's almost immediately old news, replaced by...
Tillerson Hails Ties With India, but Criticizes China and Pakistan
Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson called for warmer ties with India while sharply criticizing China and urging Pakistan to do more against terrorism.
Is Trump Helping to Free American Hostages Worldwide?
David Rohde on the freeing of a family held hostage by the Taliban, and on Donald Trump’s approach to Americans kidnapped by terrorists or foreign governments.
Calling Cost-Sharing Reduction Payments ‘a Bailout’ Is Misleading
President Trump has repeatedly called payments made to health insurers “a bailout” but they lower out-of-pocket costs for low-income people.
Congress, End the Health Care Chaos. You Have 9 Million Kids to Protect.
The Children’s Health Insurance Program has had bipartisan support, as does a compromise to save Obamacare. Republicans could wreck both.
2nd Federal Judge Strikes Down Trump’s New Travel Ban
Hours after a judge in Hawaii blocked most of President Trump’s order from taking effect, a judge in Maryland used somewhat different grounds to reach the same result.
Twitter goes bananas speculating Melania Trump might have a 'body double'
Twitter spent Wednesday joking about whether FLOTUS is really FLOTUS....
Exclusive: Trump selects Washington lawyer Joe Simons to head FTC – official
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump has selected Joseph Simons, an antitrust attorney from a Washington law firm, to head the Federal Trade Commission, a White House official said on...
The Economy Is Humming, but That May Not Win Janet Yellen Another Term
Under Janet L. Yellen, unemployment has declined and inflation has remained low. But that may not be enough for her to keep the job.
Lawmakers urge U.S. to craft targeted sanctions on Myanmar military
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - More than 40 lawmakers urged the Trump administration on Wednesday to reimpose U.S. travel bans on Myanmar's military leaders and prepare targeted sanctions against those responsible for a crackdown on the country's Rohingya Muslim...
Family of Fallen Soldier: No Call from Trump
A Georgia couple says they're disappointed that they never received a call from President Donald Trump after their son, an Army Ranger, died in an accident in Afghanistan. (Oct. 18)...
Trump Broke His Promise to Pay a Grieving Father Because He is a Narcissistic Sociopath
The story broken today about Donald Trump's failure to make good on a promise to pay the father of a fallen soldier is a shocking illustration of just how sociopathic the president is. Reported the Washington Post: President Trump, in a personal phone call to a...
Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan: Donald Trump 'jealous of' NFL amid failure to buy team
Jaguars owner Shad Khan says recent controversy stirred up by President stems from "very personal issue" and inability to buy team....
Trump 'Dirty dossier' firm executives plead the Fifth
Officials representing the opposition research firm behind a sensationalized but unsubstantiated 'dirty dossier' targeting Donald Trump refused to testify Wednesday.
White House says Trump's check to military family has been sent
That was the message from the White House on Wednesday after the father of a slain U.S. Army sergeant said a generous offer from President Donald Trump had not...
US judge orders Trump admin to honor abortion request by undocumented teen
A 15-weeks pregnant undocumented teenager apprehended last month on the US-Mexico border must be allowed to obtain an abortion “promptly and without delay,” a federal judge has told the Trump administration. Read Full Article at...
A controversial nominee, not yet confirmed, is already working at Trump's EPA
The move enraged environmental groups and irked Democrats, who were hoping to tank the candidate’s confirmation to lead the EPA's chemical safety and pollution prevention office....
Donald Trump’s Unseemly Condolence-Call Bragging Game
Amy Davidson Sorkin on Donald Trump’s bragging about his condolence call to the wife of Sergeant La David T. Johnson, who was killed in Niger.
Congresswoman, Describing Call to Army Widow, Criticizes Trump for His Comments
“That is not what you say to a grieving widow,” congresswoman says of president’s comment that soldier “knew what he was signing up for.”
‘Everyone should stand’ for anthem, but NFL won't change policy – commissioner
The National Football League is not changing its policy, but the commissioner is insisting that all players should stand for the US national anthem. President Donald Trump has blasted players who refused to stand as disrespectful. Read Full Article at...
Readers sound off: Trump wants credit for his condolences
Our readers shared their thoughts on President Trump's condolences to Army widow....
U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Escalates Confrontation with Iran
The ambassador, Nikki R. Haley, used a Security Council meeting on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to deliver a strident denunciation of Iran’s behavior.
Virginia governor race: Who are Ed Gillespie and Ralph Northam?
President Donald Trump expressed his support for the Republican candidate for Virginia governor on Thursday night – and accused the Democrat of “fighting for the violent MS-13.”
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Trump blasts 'Fake Media' for ignoring Russia uranium deal sealed 'with Clinton help'
President Trump accused the “Fake Media” on Thursday of ignoring new details about the 2010 approval of a controversial uranium deal with a Russian company, amid scrutiny of potential “conflicts of interest” for Hillary Clinton and the Obama administration.
Senate probes Russian money funneled to Clinton Foundation
Sen. Chuck Grassley said he is looking into potential 'conflicts of interest' of Hillary Clinton's over a Russian uranium deal that was approved despite an ongoing FBI probe.
Nearly 3,000 govt docs found on top Clinton adviser’s domestic laptop
The State Department admitted the FBI discovered nearly 3,000 government documents on a laptop belonging to the ex-husband of Hillary Clinton’s top adviser, Huma Abedin, conservative watchdog group Judicial Watch said. Read Full Article at...
Russia, Comey firing, Clinton emails: Attorney General Jeff Sessions in his own words
Attorney General Jeff Sessions told the Senate Judiciary Committee about Russia collusion, the FBI firing, opioids and Chicago, among other topics....
Who let Hillary Clinton keep computer server for almost 2 yrs after leaving post? – analyst
Keeping her email server after she left office is akin to borrowing Air Force Two for 18 months and then giving it back to the government at the end of the day, claims political analyst Charles Ortel. Read Full Article at...
Grassley probes Clinton 'conflicts of interest' amid new questions in Russia uranium deal
A top Senate Republican is probing potential “conflicts of interest” for Hillary Clinton and the Obama administration regarding the 2010 approval of a controversial uranium deal with a Russian company, amid new details about donations from “interested parties” and an...
Clinton: I won’t run for White House in 2020
In an announcement that will come as a blow to Hilary fans, the former first lady, secretary of state and presidential candidate has said she will not run again, though she will continue to speak out about Donald Trump. Read Full Article at...
Hillary Clinton says U.S. threats of war with North Korea 'dangerous, short-sighted'
SEOUL (Reuters) - Former U.S. presidential candidate Hillary Clinton said on Wednesday that "cavalier" threats to start war on the Korean peninsula are "dangerous and short-sighted", urging the United States to get all parties to the negotiating...
State Department reveals 2,800 government documents from Huma Abedin were on Weiner's laptop
The FBI reportedly found 2,800 government documents on disgraced former congressman Anthony Weiner's personal laptop computer that were related to his estranged wife's work as Hillary Clinton's deputy chief of staff during her tenure as secretary of state.
Anthony Weiner laptop had 2,800 gov't documents from Huma Abedin: Report
The FBI reportedly found 2,800 government documents on disgraced former U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner's personal laptop computer that were related to his estranged wife's work as Hillary Clinton's deputy chief of staff during her tenure as secretary of state.
Hillary Clinton says threats to start war with North Korea 'dangerous, short-sighted'
SEOUL (Reuters) - Former U.S. presidential candidate Hillary Clinton said on Wednesday that "cavalier" threats to start war on the Korean peninsula are "dangerous and short-sighted", urging the United States to get all parties to the negotiating...
Rep. Gowdy wants Comey to testify again following Clinton email draft release
Following the FBI’s release of documents confirming that former FBI Director James Comey began drafting a letter on the Hillary Clinton email investigation months before completing several interviews, Rep. Trey Gowdy, R-S.C. said Comey needs to testify again.
Gowdy wants Comey to testify again following Clinton email draft release
Following the FBI’s release of documents confirming that former FBI Director James Comey began drafting a letter on the Hillary Clinton email investigation months before completing several interviews, Rep. Trey Gowdy, R-S.C. said Comey needs to testify again.
Comey insisted no 'special' rules in FBI Clinton probe – while drafting 'exoneration statement'
Nine days after then-FBI director James Comey took the unusual step of circulating a draft to his inner circle laying the groundwork to recommend against charges in the ongoing Hillary Clinton email case, Comey insisted to Fox News that there are “no special set of...
Hillary Clinton says she won't run for president again
'No, I'm not going to run again,' the former Democratic candidate told a radio host on BBC 4. On Monday President Donald Trump dared her publicly to launch a new bid for a 2020 rematch.
Hillary can't help herself from helping Trump
Will she ever stop?
Report: Russians used bribes, sought to pad Clinton charity amid Obama-era push to expand US nuclear footprint
The FBI had evidence as early as 2009 that Russian operatives used bribes, kickbacks and other dirty tactics to expand Moscow’s atomic energy footprint in the U.S. – but the Obama administration approved a controversial uranium deal benefiting Moscow anyway, according...
Trump vs. Clinton: The feud continues even after the election
It’s been 343 days since the presidential election, but even still President Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton haven’t stopped their bickering.
Julian Assange hits back at 'extremely unprofessional' ABC
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has slammed the ABC, accusing them of breaching their own code of practice by not giving him the opportunity to respond to comments made by Hillary Clinton.
Comey drafted ‘unclassified’ statement ending Clinton email investigation long before case closed
In newly-released documents, the FBI confirms that former Director James Comey sent a draft statement regarding the conclusion of the Hillary Clinton email investigation, months before interviewing her. Read Full Article at...
Book tour karma? Clinton compares ‘Russian meddling’ to 9/11, falls & breaks toe
Former Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton received backlash after comparing Russia’s alleged meddling in the 2016 election to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The next day, she broke her toe and missed several interviews, but did not blame Russia. Read Full...
Comey drafted letter on Clinton email investigation before completing interviews, FBI confirms
The FBI released documents Monday proving former FBI Director James Comey began drafting a letter regarding Hillary Clinton's email investigation months before conducting several key interviews, including speaking to Clinton herself.
New fears for Hillary Clinton’s health after 'twisted ankle' or 'broken toe' derails book tour
Hillary Clinton apparently fell and injured her foot on Monday during her overseas book tour, prompting her to cancel or delay interviews with British journalists -- before resurfacing on a BBC program.
Hillary Clinton book tour stumbles after ex-candidate falls and hurts foot
Hillary Clinton apparently fell and injured her foot on Monday during her overseas book tour, prompting her to cancel or delay interviews with British journalists -- before resurfacing on a BBC program.
Rachel Platten discusses Fight Song and Hillary Clinton
The singer, 36, revealed in a new interview that while her hit song got a second life as Clinton's campaign anthem, she doesn't feel as though the former candidate has more of a claim to it.
Clinton 'very apologetic' after missing BBC interview
Defeated presidential candidate Hillary Clinton was due on Women's Hour at 10am for an interview about why she lost to Donald Trump last November.
Harvey Weinstein helped pay Bill Clinton's legal bills during Monica era, Washington Post archive reveals
Harvey Weinstein is no stranger to sex scandals – back when Bill Clinton was battling allegations he lied about his relationship with Monica Lewinsky, Weinstein had the president’s back, and a hefty check in hand.
Hillary Clinton defends kneeling NFL players, says 'that's not against our anthem or flag'
Hillary Clinton has defended NFL players who knelt during the national them, saying kneeling is a “reverent” position that is not against “our anthem or our flag” and urged Democrats to use the issue to slam the President.
Hillary Clinton accuses Assange of colluding with Russia
Former democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton has lashed out at WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, describing him as 'a tool of Russian intelligence'.
‘Cold creepiness’ – Assange on Clinton after she calls WikiLeaks ‘Russian intelligence subsidiary’
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has accused Hillary Clinton of “constant lying,” after the former US presidential candidate told Australia’s ABC TV that his organization was just a “subsidiary of Russian intelligence.” Read Full Article at...
Clinton Foundation to keep Harvey Weinstein's $250,000 donation
The Clinton Foundation will not return as much as $250,000 in donations from disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein following the accusations of sexual harassment and rape.
Chelsea Clinton avoids questions about Harvey Weinstein's donations to Clinton Foundation
Amid the ongoing sexual abuse scandal surrounding disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, former first daughter Chelsea Clinton won’t say what the Clinton Foundation will do with its donations from the big Democratic donor.
Hillary Clinton says claim Bill hated her book is a lie
Hillary Clinton has denied a claim that Bill told her not to publish her book about last year's election, calling it 'a flat-out lie.' Claims circulated last week that he threw her manuscript in the trash.
Hillary tried to get out of going to Trump's inauguration
Hillary Clinton has admitted that she didn't want to go to Donald Trump's inauguration - and even tried to get out of it - in an interview at a UK book festival on Sunday.
Hillary Clinton: Children suffering as a result of Brexit
The former US secretary of state and presidential hopeful took a swipe at Donald Trump and said he 'doesn't believe in trade'. Mrs Clinton was today presented with an honorary degree in Wales.
Hillary Clinton claims Brexit was won by a 'big lie'
Hillary Clinton told the BBC's Andrew Marr the link between Brexit and the election of Donald Trump was a breakthrough of 'false stories' in the media.
Trump too tough on Iran, North Korea, Clinton says
With his tough talk and hardline stances on Iran and North Korea, President Donald Trump could damage America’s credibility abroad – and even provoke a nuclear-arms race in East Asia, Hillary Clinton says.
Hillary Clinton's Welsh roots discovery a 'delight'
Hillary Clinton receives an honorary doctorate from Swansea University during a visit to the city.
Hillary Clinton reportedly considering professor role at Columbia University
The former Secretary of State and first lady is reportedly in talks with the Ivy League school to take on a formal role with the university.
Clinton says Weinstein scandal shows 'endemic' harassment
In an interview with The One Show, Hillary Clinton compared the scandal surrounding Harvey Weinstein with remarks made by US president Donald Trump as she promoted her new book.
Hillary Clinton tries speaking Welsh on The One Show
A genealogist on the show revealed the former US secretary of state is a third Welsh.
Judicial Watch says FBI has found Clinton-Lynch tarmac meeting documents
Conservative watchdog group Judicial Watch said Friday that the FBI has uncovered 30 pages of documents related to the controversial 2016 tarmac meeting between former President Bill Clinton and former Attorney General Loretta Lynch.
Hillary Clinton falsely calls Trump admitted sex assaulter
The politician, who has previously received campaign funding from Weinstein, called rape and sexual assault allegations facing the movie mogul 'heartbreaking'.
Hillary Clinton eyes professorship at Columbia University
Hillary Clinton might become a professor at Columbia University in New York City. Sources told the New York Daily News that the school is considering multiple options with her.
Bill and Hillary Clinton not speaking after blow-up over memoir, author says
Bill and Hillary Clinton are no longer speaking to one another after a fight over edits to the former Democratic presidential nominee’s campaign memoir, according to a controversial author and journalist who has covered the Clintons for years.
Confusion over how Hillary can give Weinstein cash away
Hillary Clinton is facing new questions over her pledge to give the cash she received from Harvey Weinstein 'to charity'. Her major cause is the Clinton Family Foundation and she could get a tax break.
Feminists tear into Women's March for having Sanders headline convention
Liberal women, feminists, and Hillary Clinton supporters tore into Women's March organizers on Thursday for their decision to have the decidedly male Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders (I.) headline their 2017 convention.
Anthony Bourdain slams Hillary Clinton over Weinstein
Anthony Bourdain went after Hillary Clinton on Wednesday night after she spoke out about the allegations of sexual harassment and assault that have been piling up against Harvey Weinstein.
Facebook's Sanders: We're not to blame for Hillary's loss
Facebook is under fire for hosting Moscow-linked political ads last year that were intended to undermine Clinton and help Trump. The company has shared the ads with Congress.
Hillary Clinton is giving Weinsteins donations to charity
Hillary Clinton says she is giving the Democratic donations Harvey Weinstein gave her to charity.Clinton remained silent for six days after the Weinstein scandal broke