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Judge denies Roger Stone's request for new trial

A federal judge denied Roger StoneRoger Jason StoneWarren: We are watching a descent into authoritarianism Collins: Trump ‘angered by impeachment’ Hillicon Valley: Facebook suspends misinformation networks targeting US | Lawmakers grill census officials on cybersecurity | Trump signs order to protect GPS | Dem senators propose federal facial recognition moratorium MORE‘s request for a new […]

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Pompeo pledges $1 billion in US support for European energy initiative

Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard PompeoDonald Trump: Unrepentant, on the attack and still playing the victim US defense chief says Taliban deal ‘looks very promising’ but not without risk Kobach says he discussed his Senate bid with Trump MORE on Saturday pledged that the U.S. would contribute $1 billion to help support the energy independence of […]

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Budget hawks frustrated by 2020 politics in entitlement reform fight

Budget watchers are growing increasingly frustrated about the politicization of tackling cost-saving measures in entitlement programs, particularly Medicare. The growing divide between Democrats and Republicans was on full display this past week, when President TrumpDonald John TrumpRussian sanctions will boomerang States, cities rethink tax incentives after Amazon HQ2 backlash A Presidents Day perspective on the […]

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Judge orders Pentagon to halt cloud-computing work amid Amazon challenge

A federal judge on Thursday ordered the Pentagon to halt its work on a controversial cloud-computing contract amid a court challenge by Amazon, notching a major win for the tech giant as it seeks to prove that President TrumpDonald John TrumpHillicon Valley: US hits Huawei with new charges | Judge orders Pentagon to halt ‘war cloud’ work amid […]

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McConnell tees up votes on two abortion bills

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnellAddison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellOvernight Health Care: Nevada union won’t endorse before caucuses after ‘Medicaid for All’ scrap | McConnell tees up votes on two abortion bills | CDC confirms 15th US coronavirus case Overnight Defense: Senate votes to rein in Trump war powers on Iran | Pentagon shifting .8B to border […]

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Trump defense chief hits 'predatory' China as rising global threat

Defense Secretary Mark EsperMark EsperUS defense chief says Taliban deal ‘looks very promising’ but not without risk Trump defense chief hits ‘predatory’ China as rising global threat Lawmakers wary as US on cusp of initial deal with Taliban MORE knocked China as a growing threat to world order at an international security conference in Munich on […]

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Pompeo promotes economic ties, takes aim at corruption in Africa visit

Secretary of State Mike PompeoMichael (Mike) Richard PompeoPompeo promotes economic ties, takes aim at corruption in Africa visit Russian foreign minister says he sensed ‘more constructive’ approach after meeting with Pompeo Donald Trump: Unrepentant, on the attack and still playing the victim MORE called for Angolan officials to double down on their anti-corruption efforts in a […]

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Peace deal with US to be signed by months' end, Taliban says

The U.S. and Taliban will sign a peace deal by the end of the month, the Taliban reportedly said Monday.  Mullah Abdul Salam Hanafi, a senior Taliban leader, said in a video shared with journalists that “both sides have initiated the final draft of the peace agreement. Now talks are concluded,” according to The Washington […]

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ACLU to ask federal court to block Trump's border wall funding transfers

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) announced Thursday that it will ask a federal court to block President TrumpDonald John TrumpHillicon Valley: US hits Huawei with new charges | Judge orders Pentagon to halt ‘war cloud’ work amid Amazon challenge | IRS removes guidance on Fortnite game currency NASA astronaut reunites with dog after breaking […]

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Avenatti found guilty in Nike extortion trial

Attorney Michael Avenatti was reportedly found guilty Friday on charges that he tried to extort footwear and clothing giant Nike for millions of dollars. Click Here: liverpool mens jersey The ruling against Avenatti, who gained national fame representing adult-film actress Stormy Daniels in her case against President TrumpDonald John TrumpTrump declares war on hardworking Americans […]

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