Russian Cyber Hacks on U.S. Electoral System Far Wider Than Previously Known Russia’s cyberattack on the U.S. electoral system before Donald Trump’s election was far more widespread than has been publicly revealed, including incursions into voter databases and software systems in almost twice as many states as previously reported. In […]
Senate Republicans crack down on press access Senate Republicans on Tuesday shocked the Capitol with an apparent crackdown on media access that immediately drew criticism from reporters and lawmakers. Reporters were told they would no longer be allowed to film or record audio of interviews in the Senate side hallways […]
Jeff Sessions personally asked Congress to let him prosecute medical-marijuana providers Attorney General Jeff Sessions is asking congressional leaders to undo federal medical-marijuana protections that have been in place since 2014, according to a May letter that became public Monday. The protections, known as the Rohrabacher-Farr amendment, prohibit the Justice […]
Northam wins Democratic gubernatorial primary in Virginia Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam won the Democratic nomination for governor of Virginia Tuesday by an unexpectedly wide margin, and Republican Ed Gillespie held off a surprising challenge from Donald Trump acolyte Corey A. Stewart for that party’s nomination. With more than 99 percent […]
Blaze engulfs apartment block in West London Evacuations are underway after a massive fire engulfed a 27-story apartment block in West London. It's not clear how many people remain trapped inside the building or how many escaped, but witnesses say they saw people jumping from the tower. "Chunks of the […]
Congressional Democrats to file emoluments lawsuit against Trump Nearly 200 Democratic members of Congress agreed to file a lawsuit Wednesday against President Trump alleging that by retaining interests in a global business empire he has violated constitutional restrictions on taking gifts and benefits from foreign leaders. The lead senator filing […]
Five-year-old girl recovers from black widow spider bite A 5-year-old Massachusetts girl is recovering after being bitten by a black widow spider – leaving her with a bruise that turned a nasty shade, according to a report. Mom Kristine Donovan said she noticed “a purple, little tiny bruise” appear on […]
Chinese insurer reportedly detained amid financial probe The Chinese insurer that owns New York City’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel said Wednesday its chairman was unable to perform his duties following a report he was detained by regulators amid accusations of possible financial misconduct. Anbang Insurance Group Ltd. Chairman Wu Xiaohui was […]
Trump Gives Mattis Authority to Send More Troops to Afghanistan President Trump has given Defense Secretary Jim Mattis the authority to determine troop levels in Afghanistan, three administration officials said Tuesday, opening the door for sending more American forces to a war that the Pentagon chief acknowledged the United States […]
Democrats in Congress to Sue Trump Over Foreign Business Dealings Nearly 200 Democratic members of Congress are expected to file a federal lawsuit on Wednesday accusing President Trump of violating the Constitution by profiting from business dealings with foreign governments. The plaintiffs — believed to be the most members of […]
