Trump signs executive order that could effectively gut Affordable Care Act's individual mandate
President Trump signed an executive order late Friday giving federal agencies broad powers to unwind regulations created under the Affordable Care Act, which might include enforcement of the penalty for people who fail to carry the health insurance that the law requires of most Americans. The executive order, signed in the Oval Office as one of the new president’s first actions, directs agencies to grant relief to all constituencies affected by the sprawling 2010 health-care law: consumers, ins..>> view originalThe Latest: Sheriff: Suspect admits shooting officer, woman
MARRERO, La. — The Latest on the shooting of a police officer in a town outside New Orleans (all times local): 9:30 p.m. A New Orleans-area sheriff says that during negotiations while 32-year-old Sylvester Holt was threatening suicide, the man admitted shooting his pregnant ex-girlfriend and an off-duty police officer. Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Normand says that Holt “indicated he had a pretty good idea they were dead.” He says Holt is in critical condition after shooting himself in the c..>> view originalPolls show trouble for Trump ahead of Women's march on Washington
With massive crowds expected for the Women’s March on Washington on Saturday and additional protests and rallies planned in cities across the country, the latest CBS News Poll finds women are less optimistic than men about Donald Trump in the White House. Moreover, many women are concerned about how the policies of his administration will impact them directly.There is a greater divide between men and women on expectations for a Trump presidency than for any president going back to Ronald Reagan..>> view originalSee All of Trump's Changes to the White House Website (So Far)
See All of Trump’s Changes to the White House Website (So Far) The Trump Administration’s website removed Obama-era discussions of civil rights, climate change and health care … with no replacements Phil Hornshaw, provided by Published 4:06 pm, Friday, January 20, 2017 See All of Trump’s Changes to the White House Website (So Far) Donald Trump has been President of the United States for only a few hours, but already his administration has made several notable changes — t..>> view originalTrump Embraces the Look of the Presidency
“If I’m doing a movie, I’d pick you general, General Mattis,” Mr. Trump added, gesturing to James N. Mattis, whom the Senate confirmed as defense secretary later in the day. Mr. Trump, who often watches his televised interviews with the sound off, took pains to look like a central casting version of a president on his first day in office.“Trump loves optics, and he loves brands, and he has been burnishing the optics of the presidency, which he thinks need to be dramatically improved,” said Chri..>> view originalObamas' flight to Palm Springs diverted because of weather
USA Today Network Christopher Weddle, The (Palm Springs, Calif.) Desert Sun Published 8:48 p.m. ET Jan. 20, 2017 | Updated 7 hours agoCLOSE Former President Barack Obama delivered final remarks after President Donald Trump’s inauguration Friday, speaking briefly before leaving to vacation in California with former First Lady Michelle Obama. TimeFormer President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle wave as they board an Air force jet to depart Andrews Air Force base..>> view originalWomen descend on DC a day after anarchists create chaos
WASHINGTON — A day after self-described anarchists created chaos, thousands of women are descending upon Washington for what is expected to be a more orderly show of force on the first full day of Donald Trump’s presidency. Organizers of Saturday’s Women’s March on Washington expect more than 200,000 people to attend their gathering, a number that could rival Trump’s swearing-in ceremony. Attendees are “hurting and scared” as the new president takes office and want a greater voice for women in ..>> view originalGunman on loose after protest shooting at University of Washington, victim critical
An unidentified man was listed in critical condition after he was shot during a demonstration Friday at the University when anti-Donald Trump protesters clashed ticket-holders there to see far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos. The suspect, who was described in reports as an Asian male in his 50s, is reportedly still on the loose. Harborview Medical Center spokeswoman Susan Gregg says the man, believed to be in his early 20s, arrived at the hospital at 9 p.m. and that he was in surgery. Rep..>> view original217 arrests in Washington as anti-Trump protests turn violent
Enraged bands of black-clad protesters smashed windows and clashed with riot police Friday in a rolling series of demonstrations that disrupted Donald Trump’s inaugural festivities. The number of arrests mounted during the day, and hit 217 by early evening. Six police officers were reported injured.Some of the protesters came prepared for violence, carrying hammers and crowbars and wearing gas masks. Some carried flags with the circle-A symbol for the anarchist movement, which has carried out ..>> view originalSenate confirms Trump's first two Cabinet members
The final vote to confirm retired Marine Gen. James Mattis to run the Department of Defense was 98-1. New York Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand was the only senator to vote against him, with Alabama Republican Sen. Jeff Sessions -- Trump's pick for attorney general -- abstaining.Retired Marine Gen. John Kelly similarly sailed through for Homeland Security, though he had more detractors. He was confirmed 88-11. The Senate will not consider Kansas Rep. Mike Pompeo for CIA director until Monday, ..>> view original
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
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