The 3-term senator and secretary of defense under Bill Clinton has been highly critical of President Trump.
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Maine lobsterman’s convention speech sets off political spat
Jason Joyce of Swan’s Island says, ‘As long as Trump is president, fishing families like mine will have a voice.’ But Maine Democrats say the president has hurt the industry.
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Trump: Acting homeland security secretary will lead agency
Chad Wolf was named to the position in November 2019 following the removal of Kevin McAleenan.
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On Day 2 of Republican convention, Trump and first lady tout his kinder side
Melania Trump says in the evening’s keynote address from the White House, ‘You have a president who will not stop fighting for you and your families.’
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Madeleine Albright, Gov. Mills to host virtual ‘Women for Biden’ event
The Democratic event coincides with the Republican National Convention proceedings on Wednesday evening.
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FDA chief apologizes for overstating benefits of virus plasma therapy
President Trump staged an announcement on Sunday even though the treatment’s value has not been established.
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People’s veto on ranked choice voting resurrected again
A judge ruled Monday that Maine’s secretary of state improperly invalidated some signatures, which means Maine voters could decide for a third time whether they want to use ranked choice.
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First lady unveils student art exhibit on women’s suffrage
Melania Trump was also using her appearance to promote her husband’s record on women’s issues.
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White House staging and Trump aides’ roles at RNC may violate ethics laws, experts say
For example, Michael R. Pompeo plans to speak to the convention while he is in Israel on an official mission.