May 17 Obstruction of justice, explained By Ellis Kim, Daniel Bush Did President Donald Trump commit obstruction of justice by asking James Comey to drop the FBI's probe of his campaign's ties to Russia? Here's a guide to obstruction of justice, and how it works in federal court and in impeachment… Continue reading
May 17 Joe Lieberman among the four candidates to interview with Trump for FBI director By Associated Press President Donald Trump has suggested he hopes to name James Comey's successor before he departs Friday for his first overseas trip as president. Continue reading
May 17 U.S. extends Obama-era sanctions relief for Iran, but imposes other sanctions By Josh Lederman, Associated Press Under the 2015 deal, sanctions punishing Iran for its nuclear program were waived in exchange for Iran's commitment to roll back the program. But continuing the sanctions relief requires the renewal of a six-month waiver. Continue reading
May 17 Jason Chaffetz wants Comey to testify next week By Associated Press Rep. Jason Chaffetz said in a tweet Wednesday that he still hasn't spoken with Comey about testifying. But he has set a hearing for May 24. Continue reading
May 17 Trump in commencement address: No politician in history has been treated more unfairly By Nancy Benac, Eric Tucker and Catherine Lucey, Associated Press Meanwhile, Democrats demanded an independent commission to dig into his firing of FBI Director James Comey, but Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan cautioned against "rushing to judgment."… Continue reading
May 17 WATCH: President Trump addresses Coast Guard graduates By Vivian Salama, Darlene Superville, Associated Press NEW LONDON, Conn. — President Donald Trump lashed out Wednesday at his "critics and naysayers" following more than a week of negative news coverage beginning with his sudden decision to fire James Comey as FBI director. Continue reading
May 17 WATCH: Democrats address Comey memo at press briefing By Eric Tucker, Catherine Lucey and Julie Pace, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Pressing for answers to mushrooming questions, congressional Democrats demanded an immediate investigation into President Donald Trump's dealings with now-fired FBI Director James Comey and into broader questions of White House meddling on Wednesday. House Speaker Paul Ryan cautioned… Continue reading
May 17 WATCH: Ryan backs Trump, cautions against ‘rush to judgment’ By Erica Werner, Associated Press WASHINGTON — House Speaker Paul Ryan declared Wednesday that he retains confidence in President Donald Trump and cautioned against "rushing to judgment" over the cascading revelations coming out of the White House. Continue reading
May 17 N.C. senator says ‘I’m fine’ after race collapse By Stephen Ohlemacher, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Republican Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina said Wednesday he's "fine" after collapsing during a Washington, D.C., race and being taken away by ambulance. Continue reading
May 17 Putin offers to give Congress notes of Trump’s meeting By Eric Tucker, Catherine Lucey and Julie Pace, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Russia President Vladimir Putin offered Wednesday to turn over to Congress records of President Donald Trump's discussions with Russian diplomats in which Trump is said to have disclosed classified information. His offer added a bizarre twist to the… Continue reading