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Howard Schultz: "I would not nominate a Supreme Court justice unless he or she could be confirmed by two-thirds—two-thirds—of the United States Senate." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/wgic1BSmZm
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Pres. Trump at event honoring Native American code talkers: "We have a representative in Congress who they say was here a long time ago. They call her Pocahontas." abcn.ws/2BsatfI pic.twitter.com/7Acmjnzwee
NEW: Citing threats, violence against journalists, Sen. Richard Blumenthal proposes bill making threatening or attacking "anyone doing fact gathering or news operations" a federal crime. abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/rQoOqEVL3b
NEW: Sec. of State Mike Pompeo releases statement honoring #WorldRefugeeDay.
"We will continue to help the world's most vulnerable refugees, reflecting the deeply held values of the American people." abcn.ws/2ytKOG0 pic.twitter.com/SgBBDqEn4v
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on the Paycheck Fairness Act: "It is time that we pay people what they are worth and not how little they are desperate enough to accept." abcn.ws/2DMekr2 pic.twitter.com/QF51W8TSYj
BREAKING: Florida Gov. Rick Scott says the state "will require all individuals purchasing firearms to be 21 or older." abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/knob4wzFEK
Incoming Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joins sit-in in Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi's office calling for efforts to combat climate change: "We don't have a choice." abcn.ws/2QF1tL8 pic.twitter.com/tMaaFGL0hR
JUST IN: Asked about rumors Joe Biden might consider selecting her as his 2020 running mate, Stacey Abrams tells @TheView, "I think you don't run for second place."
"If I'm going to enter a primary, then I'm going to enter a primary." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/avqwLUco01
JUST IN: DOJ, DOD, DHS, DNI, FBI, NSA, and CISA release joint statement on 2020 election security, warning, "Russia, China, Iran, and other foreign malicious actors all will seek to interfere in the voting process or influence voter perceptions." abcn.ws/2PSAiin pic.twitter.com/LjC1jTSVV0
Pres. Trump cuts red tape in front of stack of paper representing current regulations. The president says his administration's goal is to return to the 1960-level regulations. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/tMPYhlOpTZ
Asked if the U.S. supports Iranian protesters, Pres. Trump says, "I don't want to comment on that, but the answer's no. But I don't want to comment on that." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/uhJN5gFRyE
NEW: Retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal says he wouldn't join the Trump administration.
@MarthaRaddatz: "Do you think he's a liar?"
McChrystal: "I don't think he tells the truth."
Raddatz: "Is Trump immoral in your view?"
McChrystal: "I think he is." abcn.ws/2EUSJgZ pic.twitter.com/mNeSEA6031
Pres. Trump in Utah: "Christmas is back, bigger and better than ever before...and we say it now with pride." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/DgIDAAycMq
Former Pres. Obama surprises kids at Boys & Girls Club of Greater Washington with toys for the holidays: "Doing something good for somebody can make you feel better." abcn.ws/2oZEHnR pic.twitter.com/gBRfCQZWKG
Pres. Trump at event honoring Native American code talkers: "We have a representative in Congress who they say was here a long time ago. They call her Pocahontas." abcn.ws/2k5QaR1 pic.twitter.com/SOGoXEIT6d
At event honoring U.S.-Baltic alliance, outgoing National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster says "We have failed to impose sufficient costs" on Russia. abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/xeXt1IRMJi
I love you all. Thank you Mr. President," Washington Nationals catcher Kurt Suzuki says, putting on a “Make America Great Again” hat and prompting an awkward hug from Pres. Trump. abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/3wmyPJdrAM
"Lock her up," Attorney General Jeff Sessions says with a laugh as chant breaks out during high school leadership summit. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/mTHkXTcOMk
Sen. Cory Gardner: "I will be putting today a hold on every single nomination from the Dept. of Justice until Attorney General Jeff Sessions lives up to the commitment that he made to me" on legalized marijuana in Colorado. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/GSE8N85YoP
"I do think we have bigger problems than plastic straws," Pres. Trump says. "You have a little straw. But what about the plates, the wrappers and everything else that are much bigger, and they're made of the same material?" abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/La6uTTpmeH
Former Pres. Barack Obama—hauling a big sack of gifts—stopped by the Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. abcn.ws/2CoDKKO pic.twitter.com/2m2fcsCHIV
Asked by @KarenTravers about Mueller's warning that Russia is continuing to interfere with U.S. elections, Pres. Trump says, "You don't really believe this. Do you believe this?"
Trump says he did not raise the issue during call with Vladimir Putin. abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/i07WC0PtNG
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau says Canada will not agree to a "sunset clause" in negotiations for NAFTA: "We will not, cannot sign a trade deal that expires automatically every five years. That is not a trade deal." abcn.ws/2sIM6HB pic.twitter.com/nWKnEWQa4G
"Are you from Pakistan?" Pres. Trump asks a reporter in the Oval Office. "Good, I want a couple of Pakistani reporters. I like them much better than our reporters." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/o7f9u05fMU
Former NYC mayor Michael Bloomberg commits $64M to "move the U.S. off coal power." abcn.ws/2ga4QNi pic.twitter.com/mccwgKIMK9
At DNC summer meeting, Speaker Nancy Pelosi predicts 2020 will be a "tough election."
"You have to be ready to take a punch," she says. "And therefore you have to be ready to throw a punch—for the children." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/kFlfDBNIsq
Incoming Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joins sit-in in Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi's office calling for efforts to combat climate change: "We don't have a choice." abcn.ws/2QGv7js pic.twitter.com/BfPQKyifIZ
NEW: After sustained applause for new National Security Adviser John Bolton, Pres. Trump jokes, "I'm a little jealous." "You know that means the end of his job." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/Z25fpuufk4
NEW: Pres. Trump says he will hold a rally at an undetermined location rather than attend the White House Correspondents' Dinner, which he called "so boring and so negative."
"I like positive things, okay?" abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/rmPvokd4L6
Former Pres. George W. Bush: "Bigotry or white supremacy in any form is blasphemy against the American creed." abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/NqOvYcXOHD
JUST IN: Stacey Abrams: "I acknowledge that former Secretary of State Brian Kemp will be certified the victor in the 2018 gubernatorial elections." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/yAVL2s1uKt
"Russia attempted to penetrate 21 states. We know they were successful in penetrating at least one database." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/mMmpDzI0KP
Pres. Trump says Bread and Butter, turkeys vying for Thanksgiving pardon, have "already received subpoenas to appear in Adam Schiff's basement on Thursday."
"But Bread and Butter, I should note that unlike previous witnesses, you and I have actually met." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/l4s4elhHQw
Jared Kushner speaks at U.S. Mideast peace plan conference in Bahrain: "For a moment, imagine a new reality in the Middle East." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/MxanUUmGgK
Rep. Adam Schiff tells @GStephanopoulos there is "ample evidence of collusion of the campaign and it's very much in the public record."
"Whether that will amount to a criminal conspiracy... we'll have to wait for Bob Mueller to tell us." abcn.ws/2Th49TS pic.twitter.com/4IhNcuz1j9
Pres. Trump claims Sen. Orrin Hatch told him he is "the greatest president in the history of our country," which includes "Lincoln and Washington." abcn.ws/1IVrXgO pic.twitter.com/5vOEvXOuD7
BREAKING: Florida Gov. Rick Scott says the state "will require all individuals purchasing firearms to be 21 or older." abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/wqBVBdbPWm
"Be nice to him, he's a reporter," Joe Biden says while speaking to an overflow crowd in New Hampshire.
"We're not Donald Trump. We like you." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/wci8fEfRR4
Pres. Trump says he's open to meeting with Iranian Pres. Rouhani: "I'll meet with anybody. I believe in meeting."
"No preconditions. If they want to meet, I'll meet." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/4M6D0AKNBS
Pres. Trump says Democrats not applauding at the State of the Union were "un-American...can we call that treason? Why not." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/8RN9Pxczcc
ABC : Pres. Trump says NATO countries have taken in "many billions of dollars more than they would have had if you had Crooked Hillary Clinton as president." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/jfcmo7ZVGg
House Speaker Paul Ryan on Pres. Trump disputing a report on the Puerto Rico death toll: "There is no reason to dispute these numbers and it's a function of this was a devastating storm that hit an isolated island and that's really no one's fault" abcn.ws/2N8M8F3 pic.twitter.com/AdxLhiXNRc
"STAND-IN SANTA": Former Pres. Barack Obama played Santa Claus for all the kids at the Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/KrQ5zpfelo
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on the Paycheck Fairness Act: "It is time that we pay people what they are worth and not how little they are desperate enough to accept." abcn.ws/2GbzjVJ pic.twitter.com/E3jvTwWaKw
Former Pres. Obama surprises kids at Boys & Girls Club of Greater Washington with toys for the holidays: "Doing something good for somebody can make you feel better." abcn.ws/2CNfkI3 pic.twitter.com/MLnqcPupKG
Asked whether she thinks Pres. Trump is a racist, Hillary Clinton says, "He has been racist, he's been sexist, he's been Islamophobic, he has been anti-LGBTQ." abcn.ws/2y5NQg8 pic.twitter.com/OdFKZRh7Dp
Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she is proud of the work Chairman Adam Schiff has done. "In stark contrast to the irresponsible almost criminal behavior of the previous chair of the committee." abcn.ws/2Fy8ut4 pic.twitter.com/Dt5JRgUg5t
In cute moment, a young boy attempts several times to nab Pres. Trump's attention during signing of the "Right to Try Act"—and finally succeeds in getting a hug from the president. abcn.ws/2IWIU5u pic.twitter.com/pObXjm7jiC
"My daughter's created millions of jobs," Pres. Trump says while speaking to a gathering of governors. "I don't know if anyone knows that, but she's created millions of jobs." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/EkRBthTTEL
"Mean pettiness has overtaken our politics," Joe Biden says.
"If you notice, I get criticized for saying anything nice about a Republican. Folks, that's not who we are." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/3KeB5iSTze
BREAKING: FBI's Andrew McCabe fired effective immediately after investigation found he "made an unauthorized disclosure to the news media and lacked candor − including under oath − on multiple occasions," Attorney General Jeff Sessions announces. abcn.ws/2GBx6Bg pic.twitter.com/uOvDeC1Ry1
NEW: Kanye West to meet with Pres. Trump and Jared Kushner at the White House on Thursday, White House press secretary Sarah Sanders says. abcn.ws/2PmaLuY pic.twitter.com/B7xecx4fFU
U.S. Office of Special Counsel finds Kellyanne Conway repeatedly violated the Hatch Act: "Given that Ms. Conway is a repeat offender and has shown disregard for the law, OSC recommends that she be removed from federal service.”
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Holding signs that say "denounce white nationalism," a mass of protesters sings in Pittsburgh as Pres. Trump and the first family visit the Tree of Life synagogue in the wake of deadly mass shooting. abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/DZgnauUVt8
"Was President Trump obstructing justice?”
Former FBI Director James @Comey sits down with @ABC's @GStephanopoulos for an exclusive interview airing Sunday night at 10/9c on ABC. abcn.ws/dw1OKK #Comey pic.twitter.com/WygOAoVQzN
NEW: Former NSA employee sentenced to 66 months in prison for keeping "massive troves of highly classified national defense information" at his home, DOJ says. abcn.ws/2OizraJ pic.twitter.com/ECDIV6j54M
JUST IN: Sarah Sanders reads statement from Pres. Trump revoking former CIA Director John Brennan's security clearance. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/d4YyjzLbH0
Actor Sam Waterston was detained along with Jane Fonda and others during a climate protest in front of the U.S. Capitol. abcn.ws/2J1gcOI pic.twitter.com/CfDCfa34oQ
JUST IN: White House Homeland Security Adviser Tom Bossert has resigned, Press Sec. Sarah Sanders says.
"President Trump thanks him for his patriotic service and wishes him well.” abcn.ws/2GNvO9L pic.twitter.com/4Xg380aDe3
NEW: GOP Rep. Mike Coffman says he's reached out to Sen. Feinstein, who has proposed legislation addressing family separations at the border.
"If that means introducing her bill in the House, I'd be honored to stand with her." abcn.ws/2yoEEXL pic.twitter.com/dPnFur44EE
Without mentioning names, Sen. Elizabeth Warren says "some Democrats in Washington believe the only way forward is to make change incrementally—a few tweaks here, some nudges there."
"No. This is a time of crisis...this is not the time for small ideas." abcn.ws/2ziZg0Y pic.twitter.com/UqpmGLWa8S
At start of his address to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Joe Biden jokes, “I just want you to know, I had permission to hug Lonnie.” abcn.ws/2Ug09o5 pic.twitter.com/19rJgEA1L5
Beach Boys' Mike Love "People can say what they want, but you've always been a big supporter of some of the best music America's ever made."
"I remember you tried your best to help get Whitney Houston in some kind of shape," abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/ku7QYh0c40
Crowd chants 'lock her up' during Pres. Trump's address at CPAC: "We have a very crooked media, we had a crooked candidate, too, by the way." abcn.ws/2CdWiOL pic.twitter.com/CCsLevPHUv
Does Pres. Trump deserve the Nobel Prize? "Everyone thinks so, but I would never say it," Pres. Trump says.
"The prize I want is victory for the world." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/uqMlsth1UY
"Our current president and speaker of the House can hardly stand to be in the same room together," Howard Schultz says.
"I can promise you this: I'll have members of both parties to the White House for coffee—Starbucks coffee—as often as I can." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/kqffbe5Bui
NEW: DOJ: Maryland Man Arrested for Making Multiple Threats to Injure and Kill Hispanics. abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/iGIodKyZIa
NEW: Kimberly Guilfoyle expected to leave Fox News to take role with pro-Trump super PAC America First, sources tell ABC. [email protected]
NEW: U.S. announces new sanctions on five entities and eight individuals for their involvement in Syrian chemical weapons program, calling it a "coordinated action" with France. abcn.ws/2OhTWBw pic.twitter.com/WlJgfx8oD7
"I just received a beautiful letter from Kim Jong Un. I can't show you the letter, obviously, but it was a very personal, very warm, very nice letter," Pres. Trump tells @karentravers. abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/FhYeq24DRw
NEW: Pres. Trump proclaims April "National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month." abcn.ws/2pSYT8l pic.twitter.com/5vjEHyV4NJ
NEW: Pres. Trump said he met with Apple CEO Tim Cook in Bedminster, adding that Cook "made a very compelling argument" that tariffs are making it hard for Apple to compete with companies like Samsung. "I'm thinking about it." abcn.ws/31Obb37 pic.twitter.com/LktWUkkJdt
Rep. Mimi Walters concedes to Democratic challenger Katie Porter in California's 45th Congressional District race, increasing the Democrats' net gain in the 2018 midterm elections to 36 seats so far. abcn.ws/2DIKu7U pic.twitter.com/ptlGYHplL7
Pres. Trump says Democrats not applauding at the State of the Union were "un-American...can we call that treason? Why not." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/Z6CbTSajgL
Rep. Rashida Tlaib defends voting against $4.6 billion emergency border bill: "Three agents took me aside, away from my colleagues and said, 'more money is not going to fix this," adding, "they all said this is a broken system." abcn.ws/2Jh14gN pic.twitter.com/YIeDsRO0nu
JUST IN: Sen. Mark Warner to support nomination of Gina Haspel to lead CIA.
"I believe she is someone who can and will stand up to the President if ordered to do something illegal or immoral—like a return to torture," he says. abcn.ws/2Gk5r5V pic.twitter.com/acaWvSRI3b
NEW: Rep. Karen Handel concedes to Democratic challenger Lucy McBath in race for Georgia's 6th Congressional District. abcn.ws/2Dv6Zxf pic.twitter.com/GzDaWG61Qg
JUST IN: "Consistent with Pres. Trump's commitment and in concert with our Republic of Korea ally, the United States military has suspended all planning for this August's defensive "wargames," Pentagon says. abcn.ws/2LZpo5k pic.twitter.com/UPqaeDajCS
Pres. Trump: "There was no collusion, there was no obstruction—unless you call obstruction the fact that I fight back. I do fight back. I really fight back. I mean, if you call that obstruction, that's fine." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/SqJ998xWkj
JUST IN: "Consistent with Pres. Trump's commitment and in concert with our Republic of Korea ally, the United States military has suspended all planning for this August's defensive "wargames," Pentagon says. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/VnVZzSpM8l
Sen. Kamala Harris: "We have failed to put the resources into our public education system, and instead we are putting tons of money into a system of mass incarceration...Let's speak these truths." abcn.ws/2DQq4ru pic.twitter.com/2PZYBnzBJx
Trump, Erdoğan shake hands.
"You're doing a fantastic job for the people of Turkey," Trump told him. abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/I9ScJJnjQW
Sen. Lindsey Graham on John McCain: "When they write the history of the Senate, John will be in the first paragraph."
Graham says McCain's death has "put pressure to kind of up my game. So, a vacuum is being left in the Senate." abcn.ws/2O5AgnV pic.twitter.com/EIcWfprneV
NEW: National Security Adviser John Bolton announces appointment of Mira R. Ricardel as deputy national security adviser. "Her policy-making and interagency experience will make her a great addition to the National Security Council," he says. abcn.ws/2K4kV11 pic.twitter.com/vg221rpSz6
NEW: Pres. Trump announces delegation for opening of U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem on May 14; Jared Kushner, Ivanka Trump to attend. abcn.ws/2KGnx5A pic.twitter.com/zpooY2Is9Z
BREAKING: Anthony Scaramucci out as White House Communications Director, sources tell @ABC News. https://t.co/8UupHPDBNs https://t.co/5NPtF4eizE
JUST IN: Former President George H.W. Bush hospitalized but is “doing fine,” spokesperson says. https://t.co/8UupHPDBNs https://t.co/y6Z9l2dkkr
BREAKING: FBI Director James Comey has been fired, White House says. https://t.co/8UupHPDBNs https://t.co/U3Mxx8LY2p
NEW: White House says U.S. has "identified potential preparations" for chemical attack by the Assad regime in Syria. https://t.co/n7TqA3E2wo https://t.co/bfAPApoefe
BREAKING: Supreme Court agrees to hear case regarding President Trump’s proposed travel ban. https://t.co/8UupHPDBNs https://t.co/q6G0dydi0b
Rep. Maxine Waters repeatedly presses Treasury Sec. Mnuchin on Russian sanctions passed by Congress last year. "This is your excuse for not having implemented the law?" abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/rrw6aICBhb
Pressed on congressional response on gun violence, Speaker Pelosi says, "Senator McConnell hasn't acted. Why don't you go ask him if he has any regrets for all the people who died because he hasn't acted?" abcn.ws/34FPXa7 pic.twitter.com/v2DGQcRhb8
Jon Stewart calls for reauthorization of 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Act: "The Trump Justice Dept. is doing an excellent job administrating this program ... the program works exactly like it's supposed to, so now it's Congress' job to fund it properly" abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/ZTtdTSeWy7
Rep. @AOC, who recently toured border facility, testifies at hearing on Trump administration's border policies: "This is a manufactured crisis, because the cruelty is manufactured. This is a manufactured crisis because there's no need for us to do this." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/V0DU7t9PbD
"Oh, you're not going to answer that?"
Press Sec. Sanders declines to answer April Ryan's question on "voter suppression," saying she hadn't been called on. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/2bk0EB6KOT
"He was insulting, particularly to the Speaker," Schumer says following White House meeting with Pres. Trump.
"We were offended, deeply," Steny Hoyer says. "Never have I seen a president treat so disrespectfully a coequal branch of the government." abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/NgBQGC6KVV
Former Pres. Obama: "What we have not seen before, in our recent public life at least, is politicians just blatantly, repeatedly, baldly, shamelessly lying." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/tfhl32NY8u
In remarks on "disturbing rise of white nationalism," Rep. Jerry Nadler says, "The president's rhetoric fans the flames with language that, whether intentional or not, may motivate and embolden white supremacist movements." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/AWQrEe7vIb
Pres. Trump sets off firestorm as he refers to immigrants from Haiti and several other African nations as hailing from "s---hole countries," then suggests he'd prefer more immigrants "from countries like Norway." abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/rzngD0eMva
NEW: State Dept. says Hillary Clinton's security clearance has been "withdrawn at her request," according to statement from Senate Judiciary Committee. abcn.ws/2PBwdwo pic.twitter.com/UUaoBjeD2r
Ivanka Trump speaks at a jobs event at the White House: "The reality is that we have an incredible economy, a robust economy and that's because of deregulation, because of tax reform" abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/NcRtJuDQac
NEW: Top congressional Democrats request to know if Justice Dept. ethics officers have advised acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker to recuse himself from overseeing special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation. abcn.ws/2DzJfbe pic.twitter.com/GWm6WU1p8P
Pressed on congressional response on gun violence, Speaker Pelosi says, "Senator McConnell hasn't acted. Why don't you go ask him if he has any regrets for all the people who died because he hasn't acted?" abcn.ws/34FSzor pic.twitter.com/9CJ1XRsgpw
Beach Boys' Mike Love tells Pres. Trump, "People can say what they want, but you've always been a big supporter of some of the best music America's ever made."
"I remember you tried your best to help get Whitney Houston in some kind of shape," he says. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/ZcF1NcmbtQ
ROYAL RECEPTION: Pres. Trump and first lady Melania Trump joined Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles and other leaders of NATO countries at Buckingham Palace to mark 70 years of the alliance. abcn.ws/360WVq0 pic.twitter.com/TftK298Znz
Jon Stewart: "What an incredible metaphor this room is for the entire process that getting healthcare and benefits for 9/11 first responders has come to. Behind me, a filled room of 9/11 first responders—and in front of me, a nearly empty Congress." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/Ap3lDJ3mut
Pres. Trump tosses his prepared remarks at roundtable on tax reform.
"I'm reading off the first paragraph, I said, 'This is boring. Come on. We have to tell it like it is.'" abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/FCaGMRkyaL
JUST IN: Former Housing and Urban Development Sec. Julian Castro announces his candidacy for president: "I am a candidate for president of the United States of America." abcn.ws/2D5KKwh pic.twitter.com/Xu2Z3q8pYL
Former VP Joe Biden presents John McCain with the National Constitution Center's Liberty Medal abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/0WSupGhCzE
Pete Buttigieg to Vietnam veterans: "This isn't in my speech, but...if you were among those who were not received in the right way when you come home, I believe it is better late than never to say thank you and welcome home." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/SYBbwLTQgS
Diamond and Silk repeatedly tell congressional committee that “we have never been paid by the Trump campaign." FEC records show Diamond and Silk were paid $1,274.94 for field consulting work. abcn.ws/2HuU7tq pic.twitter.com/fUl8VasiVA
NEW: Senate Intelligence Committee previews findings on election security: "Russia attempted to penetrate 21 states. We know they were successful in penetrating at least one database." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/iJbb4ln5hF
"White supremacy has always been a problem in our American story."
Sen. Cory Booker says "We need to be honest about not just who we are, but who we have been" in a speech at the Mother Emanuel AME Church where nine worshipers were killed in 2015. abcn.ws/2yHyIWP pic.twitter.com/edkAOWgOqj
Asked his biggest military concern of 2018, Defense Sec. Mattis responds, "I don't have concerns, I create them." abcn.ws/2Eeakgi pic.twitter.com/9wxzb5lZcy
NEW: Twitter says 677,775 people in the U.S. followed, retweeted or liked a tweet from accounts "potentially connected to a propaganda effort by a Russian government-linked organization” around 2016 election. abcn.ws/2DtxLFF pic.twitter.com/WvSlcvCCMD
John Kerry touts his longtime working relationship with Joe Biden, adding: "The only team that's worked more closely than us is Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin." abcn.ws/2s7jwSP pic.twitter.com/vVoJl1fEZx
In contentious exchange, Rep. Rosa DeLauro presses Education Sec. DeVos on potential plan to preempt state regulations on student loan collectors: “Who do you believe this serves?” abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/X5qM7rVJIq
NEW: Attorney General Jeff Sessions responds to criticism from Pres. Trump: “While I am Attorney General, the actions of the Department of Justice will not be improperly influenced by political considerations.” abcn.ws/2wo03vA pic.twitter.com/2ocfasWrFU
NEW: Pres. Trump notifies Congress of decision to continue national emergency over North Korea, "citing existence and risk of proliferation of weapons-usable fissile material on the Korean Peninsula." abcn.ws/2tl6jng pic.twitter.com/6YJj2R5pTD
Jon Stewart slams Congress over health care for 9/11 first responders: "I am awfully tired of hearing that it's a 9/11 New York issue. Al-Qaeda didn't shout 'Death to Tribeca.' They attacked America." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/FYLaFChB6T
NEW: "Dozens of members of a white supremacist gang" charged in Arkansas for "multiple acts of violence," including murder and kidnapping, Justice Dept. says. abcn.ws/2DAdkF5 pic.twitter.com/FC52LA9wti
Asked multiple times by @jeffmason1 (and again by @jonkarl) what he wanted the Ukrainian president to do regarding the Bidens, Pres. Trump doesn't answer, eventually denigrating the media and angrily instructing Mason to ask a different question. abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/UInsbsfxBo
Drone footage shows prototypes for the proposed border wall between the U.S. and Mexico being built in California. abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/3k1Ee3Psct
Jon Stewart on bill for 9/11 first responders compensation fund: "It's very difficult to watch a House and Senate with a trillion dollar deficit try and balance that budget of $10.2 billion over 10 years on the backs of 9/11 victims and first responders." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/eJjZPEYye1
Jon Stewart: "What an incredible metaphor this room is for the entire process that getting healthcare and benefits for 9/11 first responders has come to. Behind me, a filled room of 9/11 first responders—and in front of me, a nearly empty Congress." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/EcDndmzU2C
Pres. Trump says Democrats not applauding at the State of the Union were "un-American...can we call that treason? Why not." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/Pav4yoUwGB
Sen. Patrick Leahy to FBI Dir. Wray: "You said at your confirmation hearing that the Russia investigation was not a witch hunt...Is that still your opinion?"
Wray: "Yes." abcn.ws/2L3Ig3w pic.twitter.com/Uvb6L2jwj0
NEW: Russian national charged with "conspiracy to act as an agent of the Russian Federation within the United States," DOJ says. abcn.ws/2zTje5R pic.twitter.com/Xp6o9sdGhF
Senate hopeful Zak Ringelstein attempted to deliver supplies to a border detention facility in Texas, when Border Patrol officers stopped and arrested the candidate from Maine. abcn.ws/2K1K6VT pic.twitter.com/deQA3X5TMT
Speaker Nancy Pelosi brings a poster titled "McConnell's graveyard" with bills she says Leader Mitch McConnell "wants to bury."
"Leader McConnell seems to take great pride in calling himself the Grim Reaper, it's part of his political campaign," she says abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/pdksaCUU00
Sen. Rand Paul on Mueller probe: "I think since the very beginning this all has been politically motivated. Now both sides are doing it. I think it goes back even to the Clintons. This is why we shouldn't have special prosecutors" abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/A69JAu6gOR
"Does the Green New Deal go too far?"
Bernie Sanders: "No. You cannot go too far on the issue of climate change. The future of the planet is at stake." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/5ugm84BpUn
JUST IN: President Trump issues memorandum stating transgender individuals are "disqualified" from serving in the military "except under certain limited circumstances." abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/psAQQoaRmn
NEW: Sen. Marco Rubio on Mattis resignation letter: "It makes it abundantly clear that we are headed towards a series of grave policy errors which will endanger our nation, damage our alliances & empower our adversaries." abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/kN33MXKTza
Pres. Trump says he "might" place tariffs on French wine in retaliation for tax targeting tech companies.
"I've always liked American wines better than French wines. Even though I don't drink wine. I just like the way they look." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/ait1h7z8DZ
NEW: Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announces Stacey Abrams will deliver the Democrats' response to the State of the Union.
"She has led the charge for voting rights, which is at the root of just about everything else." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/tbXC2K0rZ5
Press Sec. Sanders calls insinuations Pres. Trump is mentally unfit for presidency "disgraceful and laughable": "If he was unfit, he probably wouldn't be sitting there." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/eN1R6PR5Ye
Florida Gov. Scott also calls for "mandatory law enforcement officer in every public school.” abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/Gn9hVpGBpD
JUST IN: Citing Russian violations, Sec. of State Mike Pompeo says U.S. is suspending its obligations under nuclear treaty: "These violations of the INF treaty cannot be viewed in isolation from the larger pattern of Russian lawlessness on the world stage" abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/bEeAJWjSA1
Riot police arrive and push back marchers amid massive #InternationalWomensDay march in Istanbul, Turkey. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/WDacDgTWfa
NEW: Acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker says Mueller investigation "is, I think, close to being completed, and I hope that we can get the report from Director Mueller as soon as possible." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/HL7XCGTohV
After Pres. Trump told Finnish Pres. Niinistö to "pick somebody nice from Finland" to ask a question, Finnish reporter says to Niinistö, "I have to ask: what kind of favors has Mr. Trump asked from you?"
"I think you mean the other way around," Trump says abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/tlfNVq1fPc
Former Pres. Barack Obama: "Even in this period of hyper partisanship, and tribal politics, I am hoping there's some folks out there that maybe think, you know what? There's some things that transcend party." abcn.ws/2QqVYj2 pic.twitter.com/eViTyokKtn
"We were literally under assault," Sen. Mitch McConnell says of anti-Kavanaugh protesters.
"These demonstrators—I'm sure some of them were well-meaning citizens—but many of them were obviously trained to get in our faces...almost attack us in the halls." abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/yI0posUTPD
JUST IN: White House Homeland Security Adviser Tom Bossert has resigned, Press Sec. Sarah Sanders says.
"President Trump thanks him for his patriotic service and wishes him well.” abcn.ws/2HraqEo pic.twitter.com/OsMUqnCx1Q
NEW: Prosecutor details Jussie Smollet's alleged actions in preparation for what Chicago police call a staged attack.
"Smollett directed the brothers' attention towards a surveillance camera on the corner, which he believed would capture the incident" abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/fXVQpuf97V
Sen. Bernie Sanders calls Pres. Trump "the most dangerous president in modern American history."
"We're not only going to defeat Trump, we're going to transform the United States of America." abcn.ws/2Ts4HGG pic.twitter.com/5uQxny7xTy
President Trump criticizes windmills again in speech on energy:
"All of a sudden it stops, the wind and the televisions go off, and your wives and husbands say, 'Darling, I want to watch Donald Trump on television tonight, but the wind stopped blowing" abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/iOJOPogrAc
"What advice would you give to the 25-year-old Donald Trump, knowing what you know today?"
Pres. Trump: "Don't run for president." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/tNE9saa3Xf
Rep. Adam Schiff at event marking 100 days since death of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi: "When we look around the world, it is hard not to conclude that trends are getting worse, not better" for safety of journalists and freedom of the press. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/NzbjfKguyr
"Words have meaning!"
Protesters await the arrival of Pres. Trump and the first family near the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh in the wake of Saturday's mass shooting. abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/VcTDgpX5A8
Investigations into Clinton and Trump campaigns were both ongoing during 2016 election, Sen. Feinstein says, "but only the Clinton investigation was discussed publicly."
"This unquestionably harmed candidate Clinton and helped candidate Trump." abcn.ws/2t4Uqlw pic.twitter.com/8WwQWQl7Td
The White House releases the official Christmas portrait of President Trump and first lady Melania Trump. abcn.ws/2CvHpGI pic.twitter.com/EZ4MOIgrkw
NEW: Press Sec. Sarah Sanders: "Starting next week the use of all personal devices for both guests and staff will no longer be allowed in the West Wing." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/KulAMQujAF
After King Abdullah II of Jordan compliments his "humility" in the Oval Office, Pres. Trump jokes, "Remember, he used to the word humility with respect to me...That's probably the nicest compliment I've been given in a long time." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/ngqj9gSf71
NEW: Nearly 600 people arrested from Women's March protest in Hart Senate Office Building, Capitol Police says. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/n62BqDlcIU
JUST IN: Asked about rumors Joe Biden might consider selecting her as his 2020 running mate, Stacey Abrams tells @TheView, "I think you don't run for second place."
"If I'm going to enter a primary, then I'm going to enter a primary." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/z4nEDzqP3b
U.S. submarines break through the ice as part of an exercise to expand operational readiness in the Arctic. abcn.ws/2p82gYt pic.twitter.com/c5oxHDRd8r
After sustained applause for new National Security Adviser John Bolton, Pres. Trump jokes, "I'm a little jealous."
"You know that means the end of his job." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/1qyGmDayWY
Asked whether he's worried some of his staff disobeys his orders following revelations in the Mueller report, Pres. Trump says, "Nobody disobeys my orders." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/WCGJTBIX3B
NEW: Pres. Trump releases statement on Juneteenth.
"As a Nation, we vow to never forget the millions of African Americans who suffered the evils of slavery." abcn.ws/2t9YJM6 pic.twitter.com/acaIjsN7Mh
NEW: Pres. Trump commutes prison sentence of Sholom Rubashkin after eight years served, "an action encouraged by bipartisan leaders from across the political spectrum." abcn.ws/2BIJvkn pic.twitter.com/YoBb6pgOx3
Pres. Trump at the New York City Veterans Day Parade: "To every Gold Star family, we will stand by your side forever." abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/v8TeTnyT7h
Pres. Trump holds up a "Keep on Tweeting!" sign after landing at Palm Beach for the holiday weekend. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/Qnoh4ahYJR
Press Sec. Sanders defends Pres. Trump's "Pocahontas" comment to @jonkarl: "I think what most people find offensive is Senator Warren lying about her heritage." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/DkQtBBAsd6
NEW: Pres. Trump announces delegation for opening of U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem on May 14; Jared Kushner, Ivanka Trump to attend. abcn.ws/2KDTT0Z pic.twitter.com/FUe09lQOcu
NEW: Sen. Orrin Hatch says legislation to protect special counsel from firing "is not necessary at this point because I do not believe the President would take such a foolish action.” abcn.ws/2FV3mOJ pic.twitter.com/CKOFdcWOX1
After widespread outrage over his comments yesterday on American Jews, Pres. Trump says, "In my opinion, if you vote for a Democrat you're being very disloyal to Jewish people and you're being very disloyal to Israel." abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/6CccxUGjfm
NEW: Russian national charged with "conspiracy to act as an agent of the Russian Federation within the United States," DOJ says. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/Cw9SBnTl5J
Sen. Mazie Hirono on Brett Kavanaugh: "These are not normal times. Under normal times, in a situation like this, there would be an FBI report and we would have access to all of the documents that we should get... not just 10 percent." abcn.ws/2NREZta pic.twitter.com/sgglCu5aHx
NEW: Sec. of State Mike Pompeo releases statement marking International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia.
"Human rights are universal, and LGBTI people are entitled to the same respect, freedoms, and protections as everyone else." abcn.ws/2Lb9BB0 pic.twitter.com/OW43R8LzIT
Hillary Clinton criticizes Trump administration's claims on inauguration crowd sizes: "There weren't that many people there, let's be honest."
"This kind of stuff happens...in authoritarian regimes where they try to literally change reality." abcn.ws/2NZRmTV pic.twitter.com/uRAuEQ1Njk
Pres. Trump tosses his prepared remarks at roundtable on tax reform.
"I'm reading off the first paragraph, I said, 'This is boring. Come on. We have to tell it like it is.'" abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/RaQzHnMzUz
Pres. Trump says he is “not above the law,” but has the “absolute right” to pardon himself.
“I’ll never have to use it because I didn’t do anything wrong, and everybody knows it.” abcn.ws/2LzoVqu pic.twitter.com/41iafGgH63
NEW: Pres. Trump grants pardons to father-son Oregon cattle ranchers sentenced to five years in prison in 2015 on arson charges in connection to a dispute over grazing rights. abcn.ws/2zxDtG2 pic.twitter.com/VgSxMxXi5t
First lady Melania Trump hosts a "Be Best" event at the White House to discuss youth programs and highlight the three pillars of her campaign: "Wellbeing, online safety and opioid abuse" abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/rcaM6j2G0S
First lady Melania Trump gives remarks at anti-cyberbullying event: "Social media...can be used in many positive ways, but can also be destructive and harmful when used incorrectly." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/qduL4xchtV
NEW: Sec. of State Rex Tillerson releases statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance, honoring "the memory of the many transgender individuals who have lost their lives to acts of violence." abcn.ws/2jFc9xL pic.twitter.com/oKNvGZYiM8
NEW: Three members of "sophisticated international cybercrime group" FIN7 arrested over malware campaign targeting more than 100 U.S. companies, DOJ says. abcn.ws/2KdNTup pic.twitter.com/lJ9exdRVoQ
Pres. Trump has arrived in Da Nang, Vietnam, where he'll meet with world leaders at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit. abcn.ws/acYvLv pic.twitter.com/YLZo032l0k
JUST IN: Sen. Jeff Flake vows to withhold vote for judicial nominees until legislation protecting special counsel Robert Mueller is brought for a vote. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/ZdyYM4SU7M
"A friendly person from Turkey please," Pres. Trump says during Q&A with Turkish Pres. Erdogan.
"Only friendly reporters, we like to see. There aren't too many of them around." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/Y8lzC8OqLf
Supreme Court justices—including Brett Kavanaugh, who joined the Court this fall following a highly contentious confirmation process—pose for official photo. abcn.ws/2E5U19m pic.twitter.com/zdPGzBzNYj
Rep. Rashida Tlaib defends voting against $4.6 billion emergency border bill: "Three agents took me aside, away from my colleagues and said, 'more money is not going to fix this," adding, "they all said this is a broken system." abcn.ws/2Jh14gN pic.twitter.com/jnZ9TImhLS
Pres. Trump says a government shutdown "could happen" in December: "Could there be a shutdown? There certainly could, and it will be about border security, in which the wall is a part." abcn.ws/2R0WWmp pic.twitter.com/faXYluuMA0
Michael Bloomberg: "Coal jobs aren't coming back." abcn.ws/2ga4QNi pic.twitter.com/7hbmu0PMMB
NEW: Defense Sec. Mark Esper says he will conduct more Pentagon press briefings.
"Moving forward, I intend to do these briefings to maintain an open dialogue about the Department's activities." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/kUJHEWGXB1
.@SpeakerRyan on whether EPA chief Scott Pruitt should remain in his position amid ethics scrutiny: "Frankly, I haven't paid that close attention to it...I don't know enough about what Pruitt has or has not done." abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/5WbnOUSS19
NEW: Puerto Rico Department of Education to receive nearly $600 million in federal disaster assistance, Education Sec. DeVos announces. abcn.ws/2HEJggz pic.twitter.com/TUecMZvUVn
Pro-democracy Hong Kong protesters wear masks during a Halloween march in the city. abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/SOtwlpgbzp
Press Sec. Sanders says Pres. Trump's "animals" comment yesterday referred to MS-13 gang members.
"This is one of the most vicious and deadly gangs...frankly, I think that the term 'animal' doesn't go far enough." abcn.ws/2wMD15f pic.twitter.com/FcKy0aRgYw
NEW: Sen. Tammy Duckworth's office announces she is pregnant with her second child, "will become the first Senator to give birth while in office." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/rlLqXe25FL
Elizabeth Warren says "some Democrats in Washington believe the only way forward is to make change incrementally—a few tweaks here, some nudges there."
"No. This is a time of crisis...this is not the time for small ideas." abcn.ws/2ziZg0Y pic.twitter.com/Z7cipikOwp
Pres. Trump says Paris climate deal "as drawn...was very unfair to the United States," but "we could conceivably go back in." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/yOxUPuB9z7
President Trump, first lady to host Halloween celebration on the White House South Lawn Monday, White House says. abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/EVOcmFzbZ4
NEW: Acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker says Mueller investigation is "I think, close to being completed, and I hope that we can get the report from Director Mueller as soon as possible." abcn.ws/2GawQuZ pic.twitter.com/0FwjHfRFEz
JUST IN: "Consistent with Pres. Trump's commitment and in concert with our Republic of Korea ally, the United States military has suspended all planning for this August's defensive "wargames," Pentagon says. abcn.ws/2JKw3DM pic.twitter.com/bzDtV6vhJT
JUST IN: Pres. Trump tweets that he will give "full pardon" to conservative commentator Dinesh D’Souza.
"He was treated very unfairly by our government," the president says. abcn.ws/2H6mZ6f pic.twitter.com/ms38EYms2d
Pres. Trump at White House event honoring NASCAR Cup Series champs: "One thing I know about NASCAR: They do indeed stand for the playing of the National Anthem." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/YgmJ9DeAsT
Sen. Burr says security clearance system "should effectively uncover potential issues before one is granted access to sensitive information...we must do better." abcn.ws/2oWUpNk pic.twitter.com/cqBwHQUVg2
Pres. Trump jokes about extending his administration to 16 years.
"The last time I jokingly said that, the papers started saying 'he's got despotic tendencies!' No, I'm not looking to do it." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/pl9bBvTamT
NEW: Pres. Trump to appear at campaign rally in Pensacola, FL on Friday, December 8, campaign announces. abcn.ws/2AoSQgr pic.twitter.com/KxfK2PV6rN
Press Sec. Sanders on Trump-Putin summit: "The only specific agreement that was made was that the two national security teams...would continue at a working level these discussions." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/HkVdUnPe9Y
NEW: Sen. Rand Paul says he delivered letter on behalf of Pres. Trump to Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin during trip to Moscow; the letter was given to Putin's representatives. abcn.ws/2OSKTqU pic.twitter.com/6xDOqIaPZD
NEW: DOJ, DHS send classified report to Pres. Trump with intelligence community findings related to 2018 midterms, concluding "no material impact of foreign interference on election or political/campaign infrastructure" in the 2018 elections. abcn.ws/2DT6GeC pic.twitter.com/f9NEWnFHWx
NEW: Citing threats, violence against journalists, Sen. Richard Blumenthal proposes bill making threatening or attacking "anyone doing fact gathering or news operations" a federal crime. abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/UN7sNynV2H
Pres. Trump: "I'm here today to tell you that we will never let bad things happen with respect to the economy of our country." abcn.ws/2CdthPV pic.twitter.com/XfSr0gYrXi
Senate hopeful Zak Ringelstein attempted to deliver supplies to a border detention facility in Texas, when Border Patrol officers stopped and arrested the candidate from Maine abcn.ws/2K7d9XQ pic.twitter.com/m5wqEUOsTW
Vice Pres. Mike Pence vows to complete construction of Pres. Trump's proposed border wall.
"I'll make you a promise: before we're done, we're going to build it all," he says to cheers at CPAC. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/Dk0AAtQexm
MORE: "Such access is particularly inappropriate when former officials have transitioned into highly partisan positions and seek to use real or perceived access to sensitive information to validate political attacks," press sec. Sanders says. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/r1uVVP1kUW
Sen. Elizabeth Warren presses DNI Dan Coats on U.S. response to Russian election meddling: "So you agree that we have not done enough?" abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/6CIE65o4Bl
Press Sec. Sanders tells @CeciliaVega that Pres. Trump "still has plans to look at potential ways" for Mexico to pay for proposed border wall. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/PPinnGz32P
NEW: Pres. Trump recently asked John Kelly to remain as chief of staff through 2020, and Kelly told a group of aides Monday that he had agreed, White House officials confirm to @ABC. abcn.ws/2LWyWC1 pic.twitter.com/Kg5t1lDX0k
.@SpeakerRyan at Friends of Ireland luncheon: "The Guinness does taste better in Ireland. But I realize this probably is not the right year to bring up trade issues." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/GuLujiyjdb
NEW: Pres. Trump later tweets, "The United States of America supports the brave people of Iran who are protesting for their FREEDOM." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/DIqnygXv6A
Pres. Trump tells @jonkarl any immigration deal must be bipartisan, "because Republicans really don't have the votes to get it done in any other way." abcn.ws/2EoPiNz pic.twitter.com/wSd4GGmcq6
"I just received a beautiful letter from Kim Jong Un, and I think the relationship is very well ... I can't show you the letter, obviously, but it was a very personal, very warm, very nice letter," President Trump tells ABC News' @karentravers abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/2z8PQ0PIKQ
President Trump polls CPAC crowd on if they'd prefer the Second Amendment or tax cuts. abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/SF6cX41la5
.@PressSec to @JonKarl on Pres. Trump's tweet saying FBI mishandled tip on Parkland shooter because they were too busy with Russia probe: "The cause of this is that of a deranged individual that made a decision to take the lives of 17 other people." abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/XzmletiWit
When asked by @MarthaRaddatz whether she thinks Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) should be abolished, Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar says, "I think what has to change are the policies...we are always going to need immigration enforcement" #ThisWeek abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/VhJ0YeFvj2
Newly-elected members of the House of Representatives take a class photo in front of the U.S. Capitol.
A handful of midterm races remain to be called. abcn.ws/2DCxQaw pic.twitter.com/RhhvQW7Sie
NEW: Bipartisan group of senators introduce proposing updated Authorization for Use of Military Force.
“For too long, Congress has given Presidents a blank check to wage war." abcn.ws/2J15o0M pic.twitter.com/reyHcpVl1A
NEW: U.S. to pull all remaining personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Venezuela, Sec. Pompeo says on Twitter, citing "deteriorating situation." abcn.ws/acYvLv pic.twitter.com/WhvFLx5icy
NEW: Sen. Tammy Duckworth's office announces she is pregnant with her second child, "will become the first Senator to give birth while in office." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/RrAcT3TwCj
DHS Sec. Nielsen says she's "not aware" of intelligence community assessment that Russia meddled in 2016 election with specific intent to help Donald Trump win, "but I do generally have no reason to doubt any intelligence assessment." abcn.ws/2Izaky2 pic.twitter.com/1xzkjXIfJB
On using military appropriations to fund construction of proposed border wall, DHS Sec. Nielsen tells @jonkarl: "We're looking into options for the military to build wall on military installations on the border." abcn.ws/2uMmZr5 pic.twitter.com/4ww3Neys7j
NEW: Democratic National Committee announces 2020 convention will be held July 13 to July 16, 2020, "allowing the Democratic nominee maximum exposure heading into the fall."
Pres. Trump cuts red tape in front of stack of paper representing current regulations. The president says his administration's goal is to return to the 1960-level regulations. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/sedxJQobgk
MORE: Sec. Pompeo to travel to Pyongyang, Tokyo, Hanoi, Abu Dhabi, and Brussels, State Department says. abcn.ws/2z6nAGg pic.twitter.com/Ghvl92yGMQ
NEW: White House press secretary Sarah Sanders calls Omarosa Manigault-Newman a "disgruntled former White House employee," whose forthcoming book is "riddled with lies and false accusations." abcn.ws/2Mj6KJE pic.twitter.com/wt7xWTgumw
At March for Life event, Pres. Trump claims Roe v. Wade resulted in some of the most "permissive abortion laws anywhere in the world," relating them to those in China and North Korea. abcn.ws/1IVrXgO pic.twitter.com/wCzYTBmbDt
NEW: Pres. Trump announces Misty May-Treanor, Mariano Rivera, Herschel Walker as co-chairs of President’s Council on Sport, Fitness, and Nutrition, Bill Belichick as member, among others. abcn.ws/2KweYKx pic.twitter.com/NuFTiPCuUX
NEW: The White House announces that former Fox News executive Bill Shine will be joining the staff as Assistant to the President and Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications.
Shine is expected to join Pres. Trump on his trip to Montana abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/z4KGGA2Bt0
NEW: White House announces members of U.S. delegation to China "to discuss the trade relationship between the two countries." abcn.ws/2E0wO7u pic.twitter.com/5jiPfzL0cJ
NEW: Pres. George H. W. Bush tweets from the hospital, saying he is enjoying a "wonderful walk down memory lane."
"Yet another reminder of just how lucky I have been in life." abcn.ws/2La84Kz pic.twitter.com/Ky08MD7DKV
Pres. Trump: "We are proud of our religious heritage, and as president I will always protect religious liberty." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/BM2AQJBHo9
NEW: Trump administration is expecting North Korea to return up to 200 sets of remains believed to be U.S. service members who died during the Korean War, U.S. officials tell @ABC.
JUST IN: Citing Russian violations, Sec. of State Mike Pompeo says US is suspending its obligations under nuclear treaty: "These violations of the INF treaty cannot be viewed in isolation from the larger pattern of Russian lawlessness on the world stage" abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/MC2X4WVWQk
"Somebody had to do it. I am the chosen one," President Trump says, looking up at the sky while discussing the trade war.
"Somebody had to do it, so I'm taking on China. I'm taking on China on trade" abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/Z2bFAe1dgr
BREAKING: Pres. Trump says National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow "has just suffered a heart attack" and is at Walter Reed Medical Center. abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/wiBWTs39w6
Rev. Al Sharpton on NYPD decision to fire officer in Eric Garner death: "Though this may be good for the city...this is not some moment of pleasure or joy for the family that has lost so much." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/osigkMdyUa
NEW: Pres. Trump will hold a rally in West Virginia later this month, Trump campaign announces.
"President Trump will encourage West Virginians to get out and vote in the midterm elections." abcn.ws/2OZSVxZ pic.twitter.com/mNAgotjvXO
Brian Kemp won the election because of Jim Crow style voter suppression. Thank you Stacey Abrams for saying this plainly, instead of retreating behind mealy mouthed politician platitudes.
NEW: Pres. Trump: "This #GivingTuesday, I thank those who have contributed to charitable organizations, including our houses of worship, and ask that we continue to come together to give and help others in need." abcn.ws/2hVYBtP pic.twitter.com/mLBIPnUxWf
NEW: National security advisers from U.S., U.A.E., Saudi Arabia met at the White House Friday; Iran, Afghanistan were topics. abcn.ws/2DWuYRI pic.twitter.com/HdWvmLn6sh
"By this letter, you are hereby severely admonished."
Senate Ethics Committee releases "public letter of admonishment" to Sen. Bob Menendez following their investigation into corruption allegations. abcn.ws/2I4oDqM pic.twitter.com/eQ9U558vWD
Pres. Trump calls "Make America Great Again" a better slogan than "America First."
"'America First' is very threatening to others. We don't want to be threatening." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/Z1xBlipwNo
NEW: White House press secretary Sarah Sanders to hold on-camera briefing at 2 p.m. abcn.ws/2Dc4f7P pic.twitter.com/LFH6uZuOxQ
.@SenateMajLdr on Steve Bannon's role in Alabama Senate race: "Let me just say this: The political genius on display throwing away a seat in the reddest state in America is hard to ignore." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/oHsJFwJvav
Pres. Trump says he's delaying new China tariffs for the "Christmas season, just in case some of the tariffs would have an impact on U.S. customers." abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/jEYsH144sO
JUST IN: Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to return to North Korea Thursday, three weeks after summit between Pres. Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. abcn.ws/2z6nAGg pic.twitter.com/CT1nlbRukS
President Trump jokes with Medal of Honor recipient Marine Corps Cpl. Hershel "Woody" Williams while speaking at the American Veterans convention: "There's nothing like the Medal of Honor. I wanted one but they told me I don't qualify, Woody." abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/m7gqQcH5d8
.@SenatorCollins, a key vote on Trump's SCOTUS nominee: "A candidate for this important position who would overturn Roe v. Wade would not be acceptable to me because that would indicate an activist agenda that I don't want to see a judge have" #ThisWeek abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/XaA98t1Dv8
.@PressSec says she doesn't know of any recent conversation between Pres. Trump and Kanye West, who mentioned the president several times on Twitter today.
"Covering all range of topics today," she says. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/QRNfki429c
NEW: Pres. Trump commutes prison sentence of Sholom Rubashkin after eight years served, "an action encouraged by bipartisan leaders from across the political spectrum." abcn.ws/2COeISB pic.twitter.com/Yw1bIJgc2a
Pres. Trump, in Tupelo, MS, the birthplace of Elvis Presley: "Other than the blonde hair, when I was growing up they said I looked like Elvis...I always considered that a great compliment." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/gwkat3MQpC
Pres. Trump delivers remarks on national security strategy: "We will stand up for ourselves, and we will stand up for our country, like we have never stood up before." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/vwr6SKyPf3
Could former Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick entering the 2020 presidential race a this stage as a centrist Democrat make an impact? @fivethirtyeight's @natesilver538 breaks it down. abcn.ws/2qlt24q pic.twitter.com/ZHp8WqnDOZ
Press Sec. Sanders tells @CeciliaVega that "obviously, [Pres. Trump] doesn't believe the entire Justice Department" is part of the "deep state." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/ww2UGisfhJ
JUST IN: Justice Department proposes amending regulations, "effectively banning bump stocks." The move comes ahead of day of nationwide protests over gun violence. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/XdPz0o2YSI
President Trump visited the Marine Barracks in Washington, D.C., today and delivered remarks thanking current service members and veterans.
Trump has not yet visited U.S. troops deployed in combat zones overseas, ABC News' @karentravers reports abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/qMUutTRNfy
Sen. Kamala Harris, on questions of whether she thinks Pres. Trump was in part "responsible" for El Paso mass shooting: "Look, of course he didn't pull the trigger, but he's certainly been tweeting out the ammunition." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/rnqEwPNZxx
Senate Judiciary Chair Lindsey Graham: "We need a new attorney general. I appreciate what Mr. Whitaker has done, but I think the time has come for new leadership at the Department." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/iApT69Lusx
At start of his address to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Joe Biden jokes, “I just want you to know, I had permission to hug Lonnie.” abcn.ws/2Ug09o5 pic.twitter.com/ClvaDAI0x8
NEW: Pres. Trump donates his 2018 first quarter salary to Veterans Affairs, White House says. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/cQ4EFl8c0j
First lady Melania Trump gives remarks at anti-cyberbullying event: "Social media...can be used in many positive ways, but can also be destructive and harmful when used incorrectly." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/QLombMpWMI
"This nation is forever in your debt and we thank you all."
President Trump is the first president to deliver remarks at the New York City Veterans Day Parade. abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/qlkyAzS7os
Will the impeachment inquiry energize Pres. Trump's base and make his reelection more likely? @FiveThirtyEight's @NateSilver538 looks at how swing voters will factor in. abcn.ws/33hLVTR pic.twitter.com/I6FKONDOXS
Pres. Trump says a government shutdown "could happen" in December: "Could there be a shutdown? There certainly could, and it will be about border security, in which the wall is a part." abcn.ws/2R5Roah pic.twitter.com/iX2DkeEfuQ
NEW: Janet Yellen to step down as Federal Reserve chair upon swearing in of her successor, Jerome Powell. abcn.ws/2zm8DiU pic.twitter.com/7Mm0e1Pj8d
"It's obviously a moral and ethical mission to support our border patrolmen," Defense Secretary James Mattis says as he travels to visit U.S. troops deployed to the southern border in anticipation of the arrival of a migrant caravan heading toward the U.S. abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/MQlF3O3bJ6
President Trump welcomes Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to the White House: "Viktor Orbán has done a tremendous job ... highly respected, respected all over Europe. Probably like me, a little bit controversial, but that's OK" abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/W48eRr07dW
NEW: Pres. Trump issues statement on nuclear posture review, saying the "strategy is tailored and flexible to address the wide array of threats in the 21st century." abcn.ws/2EA2CyD pic.twitter.com/pEqPT7ug38
Council of Economic Advisers Chair Kevin Hassett jokes that White House reporters aren't "always in the best mood" during briefings.
"What you guys need are some charts." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/sLFVGnBLMK
NEW: Sen. Rand Paul says he delivered letter on behalf of Pres. Trump to Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin during trip to Moscow; the letter was given to Putin's representatives. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/eg6H1FSuBo
President Trump has revoked the security clearance of former CIA Director John Brennan, @PressSec says in reading statement from POTUS. abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/t3xAT30Rka
Sen. Mitch McConnell on anti-Kavanaugh protesters: "We were literally under assault. These demonstrators — I'm sure some of them were well-meaning citizens — but many of them were obviously trained to get in our faces ... almost attack us in the halls" abcn.ws/2J0gebC pic.twitter.com/NsJMzWcu4l
.@LindseyGrahamSC says he called Donald Trump a "xenophobic, race-baiting religious bigot" during 2016 campaign, but "he won. Guess what: he's our president...and he's doing a really good job on multiple fronts." abcn.ws/2FeZibV pic.twitter.com/xX5RMTgo8d
Pres. Trump at CPAC on recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel: "I said we have to do it, it's the right thing to do... and I did it" abcn.ws/2CdWiOL pic.twitter.com/N4U1UmzZtk
JUST IN: Sarah Sanders reads statement from Pres. Trump revoking former CIA Director John Brennan's security clearance. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/WkojZWBVgq
NEW: Sen. Cory Gardner lifts hold on DOJ nominees after saying he "received a commitment" from Pres. Trump that rescission of Obama-era guidance on state marijuana laws "will not impact Colorado’s legal marijuana industry." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/U9vnySsCDc
NEW: White House: "First Lady Melania Trump has arrived in Texas to take part in briefings and tours at a nonprofit social services center for children who have entered the United States illegally and a customs and border patrol processing center.” abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/F9V6CYk2GQ
NEW: Sen. Ron Wyden writes Treasury Dept., NRA, requesting documents on any financial links between the group and Russian officials. abcn.ws/2EvVbIx pic.twitter.com/CAulUgB8rx
White House press secretary: “Currently, at this time, the United States is not conducting airstrikes in Syria.” abcnews.com/politics pic.twitter.com/btznRghE4g
NEW: Press Sec. Sarah Sanders: "Starting next week the use of all personal devices for both guests and staff will no longer be allowed in the West Wing." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/3skDsUyWJ0
Pres. Trump invites CBP agent to speak at White House event: "Come here. You're not nervous, right? Speaks perfect English." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/SauO5GB1Qi
Pres. Trump sends prayers to Iowa communities hit by last week's tornadoes, says his administration is aiding in recovery efforts.
"The power of nature—people have no idea." abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/DRMR0HcpuT
"By this letter, you are hereby severely admonished."
Senate Ethics Committee releases "public letter of admonishment" to Sen. Bob Menendez following their investigation into corruption allegations. abcn.ws/2hFejwL pic.twitter.com/SdxfzDKy52
At DNC summer meeting, Speaker Nancy Pelosi predicts 2020 will be a "tough election."
"You have to be ready to take a punch," she says. "And therefore you have to be ready to throw a punch—for the children." abcn.ws/2K0BLjq pic.twitter.com/RFfiYsG6nN
Attorney General Bill Barr walks out on stage with bagpipes and plays “Scotland the Brave” ahead of delivering remarks at the U.S. Attorney’s National Conference. abcn.ws/2IQcpEv pic.twitter.com/rSmVj4o4eL
NEW: Pres. Trump declares Sunday Monday's Day, "a very special occasion and opportunity to express our endless gratitude to the women who give their unyielding love and devotion to their families." abcn.ws/2KT1DMs pic.twitter.com/ArSjXfjjYg
President Trump becomes the first sitting U.S. president to visit the Western Wall; places note inside the wall. https://t.co/n7TqA3VDnW https://t.co/Gs0h9ad5EK
JUST IN: Treasury Secretary Mnuchin announces sanctions against Chinese bank, individuals over ties to North Korea. https://t.co/n7TqA3E2wo https://t.co/5XPOweuQTI
JUST IN: House Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes temporarily stepping aside from Russia investigation. https://t.co/8UupHPDBNs https://t.co/tBPhNhsSdZ
MORE: Trump administration’s tax plan includes reducing the 7 tax brackets to 3 brackets of 10%, 25% and 35%. https://t.co/8UupHPDBNs https://t.co/qAwIQtnFRw
Former Pres. Obama announces leadership summit. "We want to inspire and empower people to change the world" https://t.co/n7TqA3E2wo https://t.co/wC2Nuddfyc
DNI Coats: "These unauthorized disclosures endanger the safety and security of Americans across the country." https://t.co/PQ4aaPHBTJ https://t.co/kHE2dla1fc
National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster: "The story that came out tonight as reported is false." https://t.co/n7TqA3E2wo https://t.co/fNd6Lv7QqY
NEW: Senate Intel Committee issues subpoenas requesting documents from Michael Flynn as part of Russia investigation https://t.co/n7TqA3E2wo https://t.co/oyNowwPSve
BREAKING: Steve Bannon out as White House chief strategist, @ABC News has learned. https://t.co/n7TqA3E2wo https://t.co/eeH3TRHBoO
Pres. Trump says he’ll name new FBI Director “very soon”; confirms former Sen. Joe Lieberman is one of the top picks https://t.co/n7TqA3VDnW https://t.co/xK5WLSWsWE
"Take down Sessions!" protesters shout as they topple effigy of the AG one day after he announced end of DACA. https://t.co/n7TqA3E2wo https://t.co/vprJL9xsq6
BREAKING: Pres. Trump tweets that he's named John F. Kelly as the next White House Chief of Staff. https://t.co/8UupHPDBNs https://t.co/Sj3mqsLm16
Who knew U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr had a way with bagpipes. Now we need to see Trump on a trumpet! abcn.ws/2NhK662 pic.twitter.com/Cwk9x2w1Hx
The Stacey Abrams situation is killing my enthusiasm for the "male ally" ALL the "male allies."
"If I'm going to enter a primary, then I'm going to enter a primary."
I strongly oppose the Obama budget. I’m glad to see that is has no support, no backing, and it’s not going anywhere.