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US DOJ antitrust nominee grilled over comments on Muslims, FCC actions

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

By Jody Godoy Aug 5 (Reuters) - U.S. senators grilled President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Department of Justice's antitrust division on Wednesday over an article he wrote calling Muslim immigrants "prone to terrorism" and his views on political speech. Adam Candeub, currently general counsel... Read More.

Trump talks up the economy at a Las Vegas casino (VIDEO)

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

(AP) - Ahead of November's midterm elections, President Donald Trump makes a rare appearance in Nevada on Wednesday to tout his handling of the economy. He is seeking to shore up support for Republicans ahead of the November elections, which will determine which party controls... Read More.

Detroit could regain Black voice in Congress with Thanedar’s tumble in 13th District race

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

DETROIT (AP) - Asked about his choice for Congress minutes after casting his ballot in Detroit, Michael Fuqua struggled to come up with a name. "Dillinger. I think it was Daniel," Fuqua replied Tuesday afternoon outside Henry Ford High School on the city's northwest side.... Read More.

Republicans seize on Michigan progressives’ wins, but party is split on socialism message

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

By Nandita Bose and Nathan Layne Aug 5 (Reuters) - Republicans seized on victories by two progressive candidates in Michigan primaries to portray Democrats as increasingly far left, with President Donald Trump labeling Michigan's U.S. Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed a "Communist loser." The swift attacks... Read More.

US Senate confirms Schwartz as CDC director

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

By Ahmed Aboulenein WASHINGTON, Aug 5 (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the U.S. CDC, handing the Trump administration a rare win after repeated failed attempts to fill top health posts. Schwartz, U.S. President Donald Trump's third pick... Read More.

Blanche confirmation for Trump attorney general a ‘work in progress’ after defection

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

By David Morgan and Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff WASHINGTON, Aug 5 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche, faced renewed uncertainty over his U.S. Senate confirmation on Wednesday after Republican Senator Susan Collins said on Tuesday she would vote against him, leaving the... Read More.

No evidence? No problem. Trump pushes ahead on false claims that Reflecting Pool was vandalized

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

WASHINGTON (AP) - Jeanine Pirro this week found out there's a tradeoff between loyalty to President Donald Trump and being loyal to reality. The U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia - a fierce defender and decades-long friend - openly refuted Trump's claims of... Read More.

Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary in major victory for Democrats’ progressive wing

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

DETROIT (AP) - Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan's Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, defeating U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens in a massive victory for the party's progressive wing in a battleground state. The real test of El-Sayed's and progressives' strength will now come in a November... Read More.

The Latest: No winner yet in Senate Democratic primary in Michigan

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

Michigan's Democratic Senate primary remains too close to call. The race between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and moderate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens has been a proxy battle for the party's direction. Tuesday's elections also included a Democratic primary victory by Missouri Rep. Wesley Bell in... Read More.

North Carolina Republican Edwards drops reelection bid after sexual harassment allegations

Wednesday, August 5 by SRN News

WASHINGTON, Aug 5 (Reuters) - Republican U.S. Representative Chuck Edwards of North Carolina said on Wednesday he was dropping his bid for reelection, after a House Ethics Committee recommended a censure following allegations of sexual harassment. "After much prayer and reflection, I've decided to... Read More.

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US DOJ antitrust nominee grilled over comments on Muslims, FCC actions

Trump talks up the economy at a Las Vegas casino (VIDEO)

Detroit could regain Black voice in Congress with Thanedar’s tumble in 13th District race

Republicans seize on Michigan progressives’ wins, but party is split on socialism message

US Senate confirms Schwartz as CDC director

Blanche confirmation for Trump attorney general a ‘work in progress’ after defection

No evidence? No problem. Trump pushes ahead on false claims that Reflecting Pool was vandalized

Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary in major victory for Democrats’ progressive wing

The Latest: No winner yet in Senate Democratic primary in Michigan

North Carolina Republican Edwards drops reelection bid after sexual harassment allegations

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