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Trump State of the Union avoids controversies but divides chamber on immigration reform - ABC News

posted onFebruary 1, 2018
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Before a starkly divided Congress and with the cloud of the Russia investigation continuing to hang over his administration, President national security and health care, largely stuck to the format of past State of the Union speeches, complete with the requisite callouts to guests who illustrated points on the president's agenda and soaring rhetoric that highlighted American ideals and values. But in the midst of a contentious debate over government

Capital - The week in politics and issues

posted onFebruary 1, 2018
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John Barros, who lives in Uphams Corner, had yet to make a decision as of Friday morning.  CAPITAL SOURCE Wolf told the Globe he is going to continue to focus on his airline business and advocacy outside elective politics.  Capital Source The juxtaposition is more likely a result of how the New Hampshire House operates more than some elaborate scheme to favor one vice over another.  CAPITAL SOURCE HE has a long way to go to close in on incumbent Willian F.

Politics - The Boston Globe

posted onFebruary 1, 2018
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President Trump promised in the State of the Union to “fight the drug epidemic,” but Senator Elizabeth Warren wants to know whether he’s all talk and no action.  Rep. Trey Gowdy announces plans to retire, return to justice system  Some looked bored. Others looked downright distraught.  State of the Union | Analysis Teleprompter Trump, he has shown us again and again, is a far different persona from Twitter Trump.  Her decision sets up a battle between two outspoken liberals with similar policy positions in a Democratic stronghold.

Politics - The Boston Globe

posted onFebruary 1, 2018
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President Trump promised in the State of the Union to “fight the drug epidemic,” but Senator Elizabeth Warren wants to know whether he’s all talk and no action.  Rep. Trey Gowdy announces plans to retire, return to justice system  Some looked bored. Others looked downright distraught.  State of the Union | Analysis Teleprompter Trump, he has shown us again and again, is a far different persona from Twitter Trump.  Her decision sets up a battle between two outspoken liberals with similar policy positions in a Democratic stronghold.

Politics - The Boston Globe

posted onFebruary 1, 2018
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President Trump promised in the State of the Union to “fight the drug epidemic,” but Senator Elizabeth Warren wants to know whether he’s all talk and no action.  Rep. Trey Gowdy announces plans to retire, return to justice system  Some looked bored. Others looked downright distraught.  State of the Union | Analysis Teleprompter Trump, he has shown us again and again, is a far different persona from Twitter Trump.  Her decision sets up a battle between two outspoken liberals with similar policy positions in a Democratic stronghold.

Listen: Trump highlights immigration, infrastructure during SOTU speech | TheHill

posted onJanuary 31, 2018
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Today on AM View: Trump’s pitch for bipartisan immigration and infrastructure legislation Tuesday night left lawmakers from both parties looking for details, Niv Ellis reported from the Capitol. Correspondents Reid Wilson and Alexis Simendinger dissect what they didn’t hear during the president’s first State of the Union address. Subscribe now: Apple Podcasts | Soundcloud |

Five Takeaways from Trump’s State of the Union | TheHill

posted onJanuary 31, 2018
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MORE delivered his first State of the Union address on Tuesday evening.  What were the main takeaways? Immigration dominates Trump’s rhetoric on immigration dominated the discussion on cable news immediately after the speech and was set to seize the headlines on Wednesday morning. The president delivered a lengthy and emphatic defense of the administration’s position on illegal immigration in general and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program in particular. In the signature line from the night, Trump insisted “Americans are dreamer

Trump makes case he’s stoking American dream | TheHill

posted onJanuary 31, 2018
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MORE called for bipartisan action on immigration and infrastructure in his first State of the Union address on Tuesday, asking a deeply divided nation to come together after a tumultuous first year in office.  The president said his agenda is working, arguing a growing economy that he linked to the tax-cut bill passed by Congress in December has created “a new American moment.” “To every citizen watching at home tonight, no matter where you have been or where you come from, this is your time,” Trump said.