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The TAKE with Rick Klein Pennsylvania would seem to have it all for Democrats, and Tuesday’s primaries will stoke talk of waves – both the blue and pink varieties. A state that narrowly and surprisingly supported President House map, record GOP retirements, and an all-male congressional delegation – though almost certainly not for much longer. The Keystone State delivered victories for

The TAKE with Rick Klein The most interesting information to emerge of late from legal maneuverings impacting President Donald Trump is more traditionally swampy than anything having to do with Russian meddling. It could be quite a bit worse than that – and could provide political fodder for Democrats searching for ways to make the case against the president and his party. Recent weeks have brought new d

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Capital Source Immediately after the state GOP convention, John Kingston began cutting his field staff’s salaries — a move that prompted four of the five people in those positions to quit.  Ground Game He’s running for Congress. His daughter is running for state representative. And, yes, he is “so proud” of her.   On Saturday, the former mayoral candidate will be one of three people to receive an honorary degree at the University of New Hampshire commencement ceremonies.   Capital Source Scott Lively is challenging Governor Charlie Baker in the GOP primary on Sept. 4.

The president told those affected that ‘‘we’re with you in this tragic hour and we will be with you forever.’’  There’s been much discussion over what must be done to ensure the safety of our ballots looking forward. But what actual steps have been taken? That’s a mixed bag.  At a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation event, the Microsoft founder had the crowd in stitches as he recounted stories from past meetings with President Donald Trump.

The president told those affected that ‘‘we’re with you in this tragic hour and we will be with you forever.’’  There’s been much discussion over what must be done to ensure the safety of our ballots looking forward. But what actual steps have been taken? That’s a mixed bag.  At a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation event, the Microsoft founder had the crowd in stitches as he recounted stories from past meetings with President Donald Trump.

The president told those affected that ‘‘we’re with you in this tragic hour and we will be with you forever.’’  There’s been much discussion over what must be done to ensure the safety of our ballots looking forward. But what actual steps have been taken? That’s a mixed bag.  At a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation event, the Microsoft founder had the crowd in stitches as he recounted stories from past meetings with President Donald Trump.

The Senate on Thursday confirmed Gina Haspel to lead the CIA despite engrained opposition over her involvement in the George W. Bush-era interrogation program. Senators voted 54-45 to confirm Haspel, making her the first female director of the spy agency. GOP Sens.

The White House said Thursday that MORE (D-N.Y.) tweeted Wednesday. Sanders responded that "the president should continue to use his platform and everything he can do under the law to stop these types of horrible, horrible, disgusting people.” —Updated at 2:56 p.m.  The Hill 1625 K Street, NW Suite 900 Washington DC 20006 | 202-628-8500 tel | 202-628-8503 fax The contents of this site are ©2018 Capitol Hill Publishing Corp., a subsidiary of News Communications, Inc.

MORE on Thursday sought to reassure North Korean leader Kim Jong Un after Kim's government threatened to pull out of the upcoming nuclear summit with the United States. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he is “willing to do a lot” to offer Kim “protections” if the North Korean leader agrees to surrender his nuclear weapons.  Trump’s comments show he is eager to address North Korea’s concerns so the summit can take place.  Nuclear diplomacy with Pyongyang is the president’s top foreign policy priority, so it would be major blow to Trump if the talks