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Some Democrats boycotting the inauguration

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 02:53 PM PST

Some Democratic lawmakers are boycotting Trump's inaugurationAt least five lawmakers have announced their intention to skip the event as a protest of the president-elect's plans.


Big dilemma if senators reject Tillerson

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 03:20 PM PST

Rex Tillerson (Getty Images)Some lawmakers have serious doubts about President-elect Donald Trump's choice for secretary of state but fear the alternative could be worse.


Trump endorses L.L. Bean amid controversy

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 07:19 AM PST

Trump endorses L.L. Bean after heiress' support sparks controversyThe president-elect hails the iconic mail-order company after support from the founder's granddaughter sparks a boycott call.


Obama, Biden briefed on Trump allegations

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 11:46 AM PST

Vice President Joe Biden gestures while speaking at a ceremony honoring 15 Detroit entrepreneurs, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017, in Detroit. The entrepreneurs earned Motor City Match grants to open or expand their business in the city. Biden joined Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan as Motor City Match awards $600,000 in grants to 15 new & growing Detroit businesses. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)Intelligence leaders felt obligated to inform the president and VP about uncorroborated allegations so they wouldn't be caught off guard.


Baltimore reaches agreement with U.S. to reform policing

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 01:39 PM PST

Baltimore police (AP)The court-enforceable changes are designed to repair the systemic problems that have plagued the department.


Fiat Chrysler accused of emissions cheating

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 12:03 PM PST

FILE - In this Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015, file photo, 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokees appear on display at a Fiat Chrysler dealership in Doral, Fla. On Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, the U.S. government alleged that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles failed to disclose that software in some of its pickups and SUVs with diesel engines allows them to emit more pollution than allowed under the Clean Air Act. The Environmental Protection Agency said in a statement that it issued a "notice of violation" to the company that covers about 104,000 vehicles, including the 2014 through 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Ram pickups, all with 3-liter diesel engines. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz, File)The automaker failed to disclose software that allows some vehicles to emit more pollution than allowed, the EPA charges.


Obama making changes to Cuban immigration policy

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 05:30 PM PST

Changes to Cuba policy (Reuters)The president is scrapping a longstanding strategy that granted residency to Cubans who arrived in the U.S. without visas.


Biden receives Presidential Medal of Freedom

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 02:01 PM PST

Obama surprises Biden with Presidential Medal of FreedomPresident Barack Obama surprises him with the award, citing the vice president's "love of country and a lifetime of service."


Biden receives Presidential Medal of Freedom

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 03:39 PM PST

Obama awards Biden Presidential Medal of Freedom. (AP)President Barack Obama surprises him with the award, citing the vice president's "love of country and a lifetime of service."


Arrested Tillerson protesters have no regrets

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 09:42 AM PST

Activist Beth Henry protests during the Rex Tillerson confirmation hearings and after she is escorted away by police. (AP/Greenpeace)After disrupting a Senate confirmation hearing for the secretary of state nominee, several are forcibly removed and booked.


More than $160K raised for Chicago victim

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 08:25 AM PST

More than $160,000 raised for victim of Chicago attack. (Facebook/Yahoo)The 18-year-old whose assault was broadcast on Facebook Live has received assistance from more than 5,000 people.


O'Donnell backs radical pre-inauguration move

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 09:44 AM PST

Trump nemesis Rosie O'Donnell calls for martial lawThe celeb, who Donald Trump dissed during a 2015 debate, thinks martial law should be declared to delay him taking office.


FBI, Justice Dept. face probe over election

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 03:00 PM PST

FBI Director James Comey is sworn-in on Capitol Hill. (Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP)The DOJ's inspector general will look into the conduct of both agencies prior to Election Day, including that of FBI boss James Comey.


Mattis: Russia a top threat to U.S.

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 10:53 AM PST

Defense secretary pick Mattis calls Russia top threat, says Iran deal will be enforcedAt his Senate confirmation hearing, James Mattis said the Iran nuclear deal is "imperfect" but must be enforced.


States mull contraception as repeal looms

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 03:00 AM PST

States mull contraception coverage as Obamacare repeal looms. (AP)A growing number of U.S. states seek to ensure women will have free access to birth control as Republicans begin dismantling Obamacare.


HUD nominee grilled in Senate hearing

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 10:17 AM PST

Ben Carson won't commit to block HUD grants from going to Trump businessesDuring his confirmation hearing, Trump's HUD pick pledged to undertake a "listening tour" across the U.S.


Schumer to oppose Trump's AG pick

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 06:21 AM PST

Schumer to oppose Trump's attorney general pick. (AP)The Senate minority leader says he is not confident in Sen. Jeff Sessions ability to defend Americans' rights.


Amazon plans to add 100,000 jobs in U.S.

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 07:26 AM PST

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos walks onstage for the launch of the new Amazon Fire Phone. (Ted S. Warren/AP)The positions will range from engineering and software development to entry-level roles, the company says.


Hidden messages found in Melania Trump's style?

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 05:00 AM PST

Melania Trump (Getty Images)The future first lady has sparked debate on social media with her pussy bow shirt, election day outfit, and more.


Trump's CIA pick: Russia was behind hacks

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 12:42 PM PST

CIA pick to face Russia hacking scrutiny. (AP)Rep. Mike Pompeo faced the Senate confirmation hearing amid a standoff between Trump and the spy community.


Carson testifies about 'housing insecurity'

Posted: 12 Jan 2017 03:46 PM PST

Dr. Ben Carson (Reuters)During his confirmation hearing, Trump's HUD pick pledged to undertake a "listening tour" across the U.S.


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