Dec 01 1991 Gulf War looms large over Bush’s Mideast legacy By Hussain Al-Qatari, Jon Gambrell, Associated Press With Bush’s death , his legacy across the Middle East takes root in that 100-hour ground war that routed Iraqi forces.That war gave birth to the network of military bases America now operates across the Persian Gulf. Continue reading
Dec 01 Trump aides caught in web of deception over Russia contacts By Eric Tucker, Associated Press One lied about his knowledge of Russian-hacked emails, another about a Russian real estate deal, a third about dialogue over sanctions with a Russian ambassador. Continue reading
Dec 01 Presidents, others praise former President George H.W. Bush By Associated Press He “was a man of the highest character. The entire Bush family is deeply grateful for 41′s life and love, for the compassion of those who have cared and prayed for Dad.” — Former President George W. Bush… Continue reading
Dec 01 George H.W. Bush, nation’s 41st president and WWII veteran, dies at 94 By Morgan Till, Sam Lane George Herbert Walker Bush, a World War II veteran who led an international coalition through the Gulf War during his time as the 41st president, and whose son's presidency furthered the family's political dynasty, died Friday. He was 94. Continue reading
Nov 30 Watch 7:16 On Russia, did Trump’s business and policy converge? With developments involving several of President Trump’s former staff, including Michael Cohen and Paul Manafort, this week marked a major shift for the investigation of special counsel Robert Mueller. Lisa Desjardins speaks to David Sanger, national security correspondent for the… Continue watching
Nov 30 Watch 12:13 Shields and Brooks on Mueller developments and congressional dynamics Syndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks analyze the week in politics, including recent developments in the special counsel’s investigations, party dynamics after the midterm elections and the “impressive” strength shown by Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif.,… Continue watching
Nov 30 Bill on president’s tax returns, voting access will be Democrats’ 1st in the new Congress By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press House Democrats on Friday unveiled their first bill for the new Congress, a good-government package to limit big money in politics, make it easier for citizens to vote and require presidents to disclose their tax returns. Continue reading
Nov 30 President Trump does not appear to acknowledge Putin, Saudi prince at G-20 summit By Associated Press Trump canceled a formal sit-down with Putin at the summit over Moscow's seizure of Ukrainian vessels. Continue reading
Nov 30 Robert Mueller may press new charges against Trump’s former campaign chairman By Associated Press Paul Manafort is accused of repeatedly lying to investigators even after he agreed to cooperate with the investigation into Russian election interference and possible coordination with Trump associates. Continue reading
Nov 30 Michael Bloomberg’s charity donates $50 million to fight opioid epidemic By Associated Press Bloomberg Philanthropies said over the next three years it will help up to 10 states address the causes of opioid addiction and strengthen prevention and treatment programs. Continue reading