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Trump says 'illegal leaks' indicate he will be arrested Tuesday in N.Y. hush money probe
March 18, 2023, 12:45 PM UTC / Updated March 18, 2023, 12:50 PM UTC Former President Donald Trump said Saturday that "illegal leaks" have indicated that he will be arrested Tuesday and called on supporters to protest. Trump, in posts on his social media platform Truth Social, referenced reports that he could soon face possible criminal charges in New York relating to a hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
House to vote on resolution condemning China's use of spy balloon
Feb. 9, 2023, 2:15 PM UTC By Kyle Stewart and Liz Johnstone The House is expected to vote Thursday on a resolution condemning China’s use of the surveillance balloon over the United States, calling it a “brazen violation of United States sovereignty.” The resolution also calls on the Biden administration to continue to keep Congress briefed on the incident.
Germany sends weapons to Ukraine after criticism
Germany sends weapons to Ukraine after criticism The German government said Saturday that it will send military assistance to Ukraine, a move that comes after the country was criticized for being slow to condemn the Russian invasion and for being reluctant to impose sanctions on Moscow. Germany said it would send the Ukrainians 1,000 tank defense weapons and 500 ground-to-air, or "Stinger," missiles from its military stockpiles.
LTK's Amber Venz Box: From Success to Significance
Amber Venz Box was just 23 years old when she pioneered influencer commerce with rewardStyle. Ten years, billions in sales, and four children later, she’s now upending the service industry with a new venture—while also launching a second side business and setting up her original company for mind-boggling growth. One by one, Amber Venz Box listened to the social entrepreneurs tell their stories.
Texas Democrats stage walkout to stop debate on restrictive voting bill, delaying final passage
The GOP-backed legislation will be added to a special session agenda, Gov. Greg Abbott said.
Texas Democrats stage walkout to stop debate on restrictive voting bill, delaying final passage
The Daily Beast Sebastian Junger: What We Talk About When We Talk About Freedom GettyIn its fast-moving 150 pages, Sebastian Junger’s book Freedom explores many different notions of the word “freedom.” It is a physical journey to escape society’s restraints; a constant battle against oppressive authority; our imperfect democracy, debating how to achieve fair play and equal opportunity. Run. Fight. Think.
Covid unemployment benefits expire after Trump refuses to sign aid bill
© Provided by NBC News Pandemic unemployment assistance, a lifeline for 7.3 million American workers out of work because of the coronavirus, expired at midnight Sunday morning after President Donald Trump continued to resist signing the $2.3 trillion package that combines government funding with Covid-19 relief.
Covid unemployment benefits expire after Trump refuses to sign aid bill
Pandemic unemployment help, a lifeline for 7.three million American employees out of labor on account of the coronavirus, expired in the dark Sunday morning after President Donald Trump persisted to withstand signing the $2.three trillion bundle that mixes govt investment with Covid-19 aid.
Throwback Thursday? Trump posts Obama photoshop during trial
Jane C. Timm 5m ago / 3:12 AM UTC As his Senate impeachment trial ran late into the night, Trump appeared to be fantasizing about simpler times — his years of complaining (without evidence) that then-President Barack Obama spied on him in 2016. He posted a photoshopped image of Obama using a suction cup to scale the outside of Trump Tower — Mission Impossible-style — to spy on a younger-looking version of Trump.
Graham says he'll 'resist' pressure to call witnesses Trump wants
Julie Tsirkin and Liz Johnstone 14m ago / 2:45 AM UTC Graham reiterated Thursday evening that he would "resist" pressure to call the Bidens, Schiff, and the whistleblower — the anonymous CIA staffer who in August filed a complaint about Trump's phone call in July with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy — as witnesses in Trump's trial when the issue comes up for a vote. Trump told reporters earlier this month that those were among the people he would like to see testify before the Senate.
Republicans get restless, Schiff says 'not our job' to make this easy
Julie Tsirkin 9m ago / 4:56 AM UTC A bit earlier, when impeachment manager Rep. Jason Crow was arguing in favor of an amendment to subpoena the Pentagon for documents related to the Ukraine aid freeze, some Republicans appeared to have lost patience. Republicans were fidgety and chatty on their side of the aisle, while Democrats appeared more serious and definitely not as talkative with their neighbors.
Images show senators playing with fidget spinners during trial
Breaking News Emails Get breaking news alerts and special reports. The news and stories that matter, delivered weekday mornings. SUBSCRIBE Updated Jan. 24, 2020, 2:17 AM UTC House managers used their second day of arguments — the third full day of the President Donald Trump's impeachment trial — to make their case that Trump abused the power of his office by putting his personal interests above national security.
Trump refers to trial as 'impeachment lite' during RNC dinner
Monica Alba 4h ago / 2:27 AM UTC Trump on Thursday evening addressed attendees of the RNC's annual winter meeting, which is taking place at his Doral golf resort. The president didn’t spend too much time talking about his impeachment trial, but he did refer to the entire process as “impeachment lite,” according to two sources in the ballroom.
Trump retweets Epstein conspiracy theory, claiming Clinton connection
President Donald Trump retweeted a conspiracy theory on Saturday evening alleging without evidence that former President Bill Clinton was connected to the death of wealthy financier and accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, hours after Epstein was found dead by apparent suicide in his federal prison cell. "Died of SUICIDE on 24/7 SUICIDE WATCH ?
Trump retweets Epstein conspiracy theory, claiming Clinton connection
President Donald Trump retweeted a conspiracy theory Saturday evening alleging without evidence that former President Bill Clinton was connected to the death of wealthy financier and accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, hours after Epstein was found dead by apparent suicide in his federal prison cell. "Died of SUICIDE on 24/7 SUICIDE WATCH ? Yeah right! How does that happen," Terrence K. Williams, a conservative commentator and comedian, wrote in the message retweeted by Trump.
Michael Cohen says Trump's 'threats against his family' will delay his testimony before the House
Breaking News Emails Get breaking news alerts and special reports. The news and stories that matter, delivered weekday mornings. Jan. 23, 2019, 6:47 PM GMT By Liz Johnstone Michael Cohen, President Donald Trump's former personal lawyer and fixer, is delaying his public testimony before the House Oversight Committee “due to ongoing threats against his family from President Trump” and members of his legal team, Cohen attorney Lanny Davis said in a statement on Wednesday.
'A testament to cowardice': Vindman's attorney responds to Blackburn tweet
Haley Talbot and Peter Alexander 1h ago / 3:11 AM UTC Vindman's attorney responded to Blackburn's criticizing him on Twitter: "Senator Blackburn’s renewed attack on Lt. Col. Vindman reveals her true character — she has failed to follow her oath of impartiality while serving as a juror and she continues to attack Lt. Col.
The race for the 2020 nomination is on. Who of the Democratic candidates remain?
Breaking News Emails Get breaking news alerts and special reports. The news and stories that matter, delivered weekday mornings. SUBSCRIBE Jan. 4, 2019, 7:20 PM UTC / Updated Feb. 12, 2020, 2:06 AM UTC By Liz Johnstone and Jeremia Kimelman First it was challengers "taking a look at," "thinking about" and "not ruling out" a White House bid. Now the field of people who want President Donald Trump's job is at the start of its inevitable shrinkage.
Read the email from Manafort to Trump adviser Jared Kushner submitted into evidence
Michelle Dubert 18 hours ago When Richard Westling resumed his cross examination, he asked Brennan about the process of approving the loan for 377 Union Street in Brooklyn. The defense showed the credit memorandum Brennan wrote for the loan, which he would do at the last stage for all loans. He provided a risk rating of 4 — which is considered “average.” Over a 4 rating, a risk is considered troubled and is not approved.
Prosecutors ask judge to eat his words
Robert Mueller's prosecutors are asking the judge to correct what they said was the mistaken tongue-lashing he gave them Wednesday in front of the jury. The judge was angry that an IRS witness had been in court during previous days of the trial. Judge T.S. Ellis said he does not allow that, with an exception for expert witnesses. "The court’s reprimand of government counsel suggested to the jury — incorrectly — that the government had acted improperly and in contravention of Court rules.
Gates admits to embezzling 'hundreds of thousands' from Manafort
Today's courtroom revelation that Paul Manafort attempted to procure a Trump administration job for a Chicago banker appears to confirm NBC News' exclusive reporting from earlier this year. In February, NBC News reported that the special counsel's team was investigating whether Manafort promised Stephen Calk, CEO of the Federal Savings Bank, a job in the Trump White House in return for $16 million in home loans.
Things To Do In Dallas Tonight: Aug. 22
I have one goal tonight, and that’s finally, after years of waiting, hoping, and despairing, having myself a spooky Mormon hell dream. The Book of Mormon is here at the Winspear, and might I suggest purchasing your tickets ASAP? Many dates for the run are already sold out. There are nine orchestra seats, two mezzanine seats, and four Dress Circle seats available tonight. That’s it, folks.
Things To Do In Dallas This Weekend: Mar. 23-25
In case you needed a clearer picture of exactly the sort of nerd I am, I spent New Year’s Day this year all cozy in a cabin in Vermont watching a rerun of the 2008 Royal Albert Hall concert performance of Chess. If you’re unfamiliar, Chess is this strange, labyrinth-like musical about a love triangle that occurs during an international chess tournament at the height of the Cold War. It strikes me as sort of high-concept pop opera (Björn Ulvaeus of ABBA was involved).
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Dawn Moore's Independent Streak
This year has already been a great one for Dawn Moore, founder and CEO of Allegiance Title. Not only has her company closed on the largest residential sale the North Texas market has seen in two years—a $16 million home in University Park—it also closed on the largest statewide commercial deal, a $1.5 billion expansion of Panda Power Funds’ energy plant in Temple. Both came about due to long-term relationships Moore and her team have developed over the years.
Fact check: Did a terrorist enter on the diversity visa?
“One year later, I am proud to report that the coalition to defeat ISIS has liberated almost 100 percent of the territory once held by these killers in Iraq and Syria. But there is much more work to be done,” Trump said. This is true. By early December, the Pentagon said 97 percent of ISIS-held territory in Iraq and Syria had been liberated.
Fact check: Trump claims green cards are given 'randomly' without regard for skill, safety
“One year later, I am proud to report that the coalition to defeat ISIS has liberated almost 100 percent of the territory once held by these killers in Iraq and Syria. But there is much more work to be done,” Trump said. This is true. By early December, the Pentagon said 97 percent of ISIS-held territory in Iraq and Syria had been liberated.
Fact check: Trump's right, ISIS did lose almost all its territory in Iraq and Syria
“One year later, I am proud to report that the coalition to defeat ISIS has liberated almost 100 percent of the territory once held by these killers in Iraq and Syria. But there is much more work to be done,” Trump said. This is true. By early December, the Pentagon said 97 percent of ISIS-held territory in Iraq and Syria had been liberated.
Fact check: Trump claims green cards are given 'randomly' without regard for skill, safety
"The third pillar ends the visa lottery — a program that randomly hands out green cards without any regard for skill, merit, or the safety of our people," Trump said. Trump's description of the visa lottery program, which came as the president was describing his framework for immigration reform, is false.
Fact check: Can immigrants bring in 'unlimited' and 'distant' relatives?
"The third pillar ends the visa lottery — a program that randomly hands out green cards without any regard for skill, merit, or the safety of our people," Trump said. Trump's description of the visa lottery program, which came as the president was describing his framework for immigration reform, is false.
Fact check: Did a terrorist enter on the diversity visa?
Jane C. Timm 8 minutes ago “In recent weeks, two terrorist attacks in New York were made possible by the visa lottery and chain migration. In the age of terrorism, these programs present risks we can no longer afford," Trump said. This is half true. Trump is correct that two suspects of recent terror attacks entered thanks to a family connection and the diversity visa lottery program, but both appear to have been radicalized well after they entered the United States, making them homegrown threats.
Searches spike for MS-13 as Trump makes gang a focus
Search interest in the MS-13 gang spiked during Trump's address, according to stats released by Google. The president told a story of two young teenage girls who were murdered by members of the gang, as well as touted the bravery of a Homeland Security agent who recently commanded an operation that Trump said resulted in the arrest of more than 220 MS-13 members.
Tracking President Trump's Visits to Trump Properties
President Donald Trump frequently uses his luxury properties for government business and leisure, prompting ethics concerns over a president appearing to promote his private enterprise at public cost. NBCNews.com and the NBC News White House unit are tracking Trump's visits to his properties and golf courses since his inauguration. Where does Trump go? Trump's trips have so far been concentrated in Palm Beach, Florida.
NBC News Exclusive: Memo Shows Watergate Prosecutors Had Evidence Nixon White House Plotted Violence
Watergate prosecutors had evidence that operatives for then-President Richard Nixon planned an assault on anti-war demonstrators in 1972, including potentially physically attacking Vietnam whistleblower Daniel Ellsberg, according to a never-before-published memo obtained by NBC News.
Artists Across the Country Revolt Against Trump
Artists are taking on President Donald Trump — wrestling with how to portray him and how to protest him. The latest debate in the creative community raged around the free summer production of "Julius Caesar" in New York's Central Park, which opened on Monday amid outcry over the fact that Caesar, the Roman dictator who is eventually assassinated, is portrayed by a Trump lookalike.
Tracking President Trump's visits to Trump properties
Create your free profile or log in to save this article Dec. 29, 2017, 5:00 PM UTC / Updated Oct. 22, 2019, 4:00 PM UTC President Donald Trump frequently uses his luxury properties for government business and leisure, prompting ethics concerns over a president appearing to promote his private enterprise at public cost. The NBC News digital politics team and the White House unit are tracking Trump's visits to his properties and golf courses since his inauguration. Where does Trump go?
On Tax Day: What We Know and Don't About Trump's Returns
On the first Tax Day filing deadline since President Donald Trump was elected there are still many questions about his taxes. Here are a few: Trump and his surrogates on the campaign trail last year gave various reasons why Trump has not made public his returns when his opponent, Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton, had released nine years of past returns. Trump often said his tax returns are under audit by the IRS and that's why he couldn't release them.
John Podesta: FBI only contacted me once about my hacked emails
John Podesta, former chairman of Hillary Clinton's campaign, said Sunday that the FBI first contacted him about his hacked emails two days after WikiLeaks began publishing them — and that he has not heard from the FBI since. "Let's go through the chronology. On October 7, the Access Hollywood tapes comes out.
Fmr. Defense Sec. Gates: No Sense of Urgency From U.S. Leaders on Russian Hacks
Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Sunday that the Obama administration, congressional leaders and Donald Trump have all demonstrated a lack of urgency surrounding the recent election-related Russian hacking revelations.
Priebus: 'I Don't Know Whether It's True' Russia Is Responsible for Election Hacks
Reince Priebus vehemently denied that the Republican National Committee had been hacked alongside its Democratic counterpart as part of what the CIA concluded was a Russian attempt to influence the outcome of the United States election in Donald Trump's favor. "Number one, the RNC was not hacked. I don't know of any employees, on any of their own Gmail accounts, that was hacked.
There's a small but growing GOP opposition to potential Trump nominees
Donald Trump's unified wall of partisan support has shown a few cracks over cabinet appointments that run counter to both campaign promises and traditional Republican foreign policy ethos. Breitbart, the normally pro-Trump, right-wing website formerly run by top Trump adviser Steve Bannon, accused the president-elect putting foreign labor ahead of American workers by choosing fast food CEO Andrew Puzder to lead the Department of Labor.
GOP opposition to Trump's cabinet grows
Donald Trump's unified wall of partisan support has shown a few cracks over Cabinet appointments that run counter to both campaign promises and traditional Republican foreign policy ethos. Breitbart, the normally pro-Trump, right-wing website formerly run by top Trump adviser Steve Bannon, accused the president-elect putting foreign labor ahead of American workers by choosing fast food CEO Andrew Puzder to lead the Department of Labor.
Trump threatens to cancel Air Force One order, and Boeing stock slips
President-elect Donald Trump threatened to cancel Boeing's order for the new Air Force One in a Tuesday morning tweet, citing high costs. In a surprise appearance in front of reporters at Trump Tower after sending the social media message, Trump expanded on his latest target for negotiation. "Well, the plane is totally out of control. It's gonna be over 4 billion dollars ... and, I think it's ridiculous. I think Boeing is doing a little bit of a number," Trump said.
Mike Pence: Trump's Taiwan Call Was Just 'Courtesy'
Breaking News Emails Get breaking news alerts and special reports. The news and stories that matter, delivered weekday mornings. SUBSCRIBE Dec. 4, 2016 / 2:36 PM GMT / Updated Dec. 4, 2016 / 2:36 PM GMT By Liz Johnstone Vice-President elect Mike Pence dismissed Donald Trump's phone call with the president of Taiwan as a "courtesy," telling NBC's Chuck Todd on "Meet the Press" that nothing more should be read into a conversation that broke with decades of United States policy.
Trump, Clinton Meet After Final Debate at Al Smith Dinner
The white-tie Al Smith Dinner, the major fundraiser for the Catholic charities connected to the Archdiocese of New York, has attracted presidential candidates for years and traditionally offers a rare moment of levity in the midst of heated campaigns where candidates poke fun at each other and themselves. Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are both in attendance following a contentious debate, and will give remarks. Watch it live.
Donald Trump's Taxes: What We Know and What We Don't - NBC News
The issue of Donald Trump's taxes was back in the spotlight Sunday after the New York Times published a report based on documents it said were Donald Trump's 1995 income tax returns. The documents — just three pages emailed to a Times reporter last month — appear to show that the Republican nominee reported a $916 million loss, which, according to experts hired by the newspaper, could have allowed him to pay no federal income taxes for up to 18 years.
What we know, don't know about Trump's taxes
The issue of Donald Trump's taxes was back in the spotlight Sunday after the New York Times published a report based on documents it said were Donald Trump's 1995 income tax returns. The documents — just three pages emailed to a Times reporter last month — appear to show that the Republican nominee reported a $916 million loss, which, according to experts hired by the newspaper, could have allowed him to pay no federal income taxes for up to 18 years.
Did the Patriot Act Change US Attitudes on Surveillance? - NBC News
In the emotional wake of 9/11, a shocked and grieving nation demanded answers and justice. Lawmakers pledged to provide both with the Patriot Act. Fifteen years later, the law dramatically expanded the government's ability to gather surveillance, broadened the definition of terrorism and sought to strengthen border security.
Trump Campaign Manager Conway: Immigrant Deportation Force 'To Be Determined'
Donald Trump's new campaign manager, Kellyanne Conway, on Sunday said that the creation of a "deportation force" for undocumented immigrants under a Trump administration was "to be determined." Throughout the Republican primary, Trump supported the forcible removal of the some 11 million undocumented immigrants estimated to live in the United States.
Trump Campaign Manager Kellyanne Conway: Immigrant Deportation Force 'To Be Determined'
Donald Trump's new campaign manager, Kellyanne Conway, on Sunday said that the creation of a "deportation force" for undocumented immigrants under a Trump administration was "to be determined." Throughout the Republican primary, Trump supported the forcible removal of the some 11 million undocumented immigrants estimated to live in the United States. Related: Donald Trump Hands Kellyanne Conway, Stephen Bannon New Roles in Campaign Last November, he called for a deportation force to do the job.
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