1
In 88 Trips to Capitol Hill, Mueller Grew Weary of Partisanship
Dozens of hours of Robert S. Mueller III’s congressional testimony since
1990 reveal his complex relationship with legislators.
Congress people are fond of their own voices.
2
Chinese Money in the U.S. Dries Up as Trade War Drags On
Tougher regulations and uncertainty about tariffs have made America less
friendly for foreign investment.
That was the idea.
3
Trump Employs an Old Tactic: Using Race for Gain
Peter Baker, Michael M. Grynbaum, Maggie Haberman, Annie Karni and Russ Buettner at NYT > U.S. > Politics - 15 hours ago
Since well before setting off a furor by telling four Democratic lawmakers
of color to “go back” to their home countries, President Trump has sought
to turn racial divisions to his advantage.
It is the objective of racism.
4
In ‘Send Her Back’ Fallout, Trump Amplifies Praise From Right-Wing British Commentator
The president has shifted his account of how he responded to the chant
directed at a Democratic lawmaker, Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota.
"WOGS start at Calais"
5
A New Red Scare Is Reshaping Washington
A long-defunct Cold War group has come back to life to warn of the dangers
of China. They also risk triggering a new Red Scare.
There is nothing new here beyond the names of the people.
6
UK Seizes Iranian Tanker So Iran Seizes UK Tanker
That’s the news, basically. Well, Iran also seized a Liberian flagged one
one, not sure why (may be operating for a British company.) Also not sure
why the UK seized an Iranian tanker in the first place. The UK has said it
supports the Iranian nuclear deal, and the US sanctions it was operating
based […]
Ian Welsh is a Canadian.
7
Fact-Checking Trump’s Claims That Democrats Are Radical Socialists
The president wants to portray his opponents as steering the country in a
dangerous direction. But what does it mean to be a socialist — and to what
degree do Democrats fit the definition?
Trump is a stranger to facts.
8
Iowa and New Hampshire Go First. How Are the Leading Candidates Set Up There?
Joe Biden got a late start, and Elizabeth Warren is setting the pace. The
candidates can’t afford any lapses in these key states.
Only one of the Democratic party will be the candidate.
Shrinking down the hopefuls is the point of the primary process.
9
U.K. Warns Iran of ‘Serious Consequences’ for Seizing Oil Tanker
The British defense secretary called the seizure “a hostile act,” and the
government warned ships to avoid the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran did not need the warning.
10
Mueller Hearings on Wednesday Present Make-or-Break Moment for Democrats
For two years, Democrats have waited on Robert S. Mueller III to deliver a
death blow to the Trump presidency. Wednesday’s hearings with the special
counsel could be their last chance.
There is only one end to investigation.
Trump will not be convicted or cleared.
11
Democrats Call Out Racism, New Debate Lineups: This Week in the 2020 Race
Candidates condemn President Trump’s “go back” comment, a Harris-Biden
rematch, and a new California poll.
Fifteen months to go.
12
Republicans Prep for Mueller Showdown and Counsel a Light Touch
House Republicans have savaged Robert S. Mueller III’s investigation, but
when it comes to his testimony, many are advocating a gentler approach to
close the door on his inquiry.
An end is not in their power.
13
White Anxiety, and a President Ready to Address It
Evidence of concern about demographic and cultural shifts is not new.
What’s different is the willingness to politicize it openly.
Trump is trying for Grand Dragon.
14
Appeals Court Judges Send Emoluments Suit Against Trump Back to a Lower Court
A three-judge panel said a lower court judge hearing a lawsuit by
congressional Democrats had not adequately considered questions about
separation of powers.
The Republican courts don't want to call Trump to task.
15
In Another About-Face, Trump Refuses to Condemn ‘Send Her Back’ Chant
After saying he was “not happy” with the “send her back” chant at his rally
in North Carolina, President Trump reversed himself, just as he did in 2017
after the violence in Charlottesville, Va.
Trump likes the noise of his crowd.
16
Inmates Freed as Justice Dept. Tries to Clear Hurdles of New Law
More than 3,000 federal inmates were granted early release under the
bipartisan criminal justice overhaul passed late last year.
It is not good enough.
17
Trump’s Labor Pick Has Defended Corporations, and One Killer Whale
Eugene Scalia, whom Mr. Trump plans to nominate as labor
Trust Trump to pick the least candidate.
18
For 50 Years Since Apollo 11, Presidents Have Tried to Take That Next Giant Leap
President Trump is only the latest to propose returning to the moon and
then heading to Mars. But he faces the burdens of history to accomplish
what his predecessors could not.
Budget limits.
19
N.S.A. Contractor Who Hoarded Secrets at Home Is Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison
The case of Harold T. Martin III, who took home classified material
undetected for nearly 20 years, was a major embarrassment for security
officials.
Pointless.
20
Intelligence Chief Names New Election Security Oversight Official
A newly created post will oversee intelligence collection and analysis on
foreign influence campaigns and efforts to attack election infrastructure.
Killing Facebook recommendations would be a better move.
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