In his forthcoming book, the former national security adviser says Trump tied the withholding of military aid to his request that Ukraine investigate Democrats.
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Maine joins federal lawsuit concerning 3-D printed guns
The Maine Attorney General’s Office has joined 19 other states in challenging the Trump administration’s decision to allow the firearms to be regulated by the Department of Commerce rather than the State Department.
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Maine’s marijuana market in legislative spotlight
At least a dozen marijuana bills are under consideration by state lawmakers this session.
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What to watch for: Defense resumes in key impeachment week; Dems seek witnesses
The debate over witnesses received a jolt Sunday when The New York Times reported that Trump told his national security adviser he wanted to maintain a freeze on military aid to Ukraine until it launched political investigations into his rivals.
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In divided America, some voters tuning out impeachment trial
Many made up their minds about the president’s impeachment months ago, says one analyst, plus there’s little trial drama since the outcome looks preordained.
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How Maine’s members of Congress voted last week
The impeachment trial of President Trump was the only subject of roll call votes this week.
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Tennessee governor signs bill allowing adoption agencies to deny gay couples
State-funded agencies can now legally deny service to prospective parents if they don’t align with the moral or religious beliefs of the institution.
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Democratic candidates pour into Iowa for last-minute push
Sens. Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren and Amy Klobuchar take their breaks in the Senate’s impeachment trial to rally support before caucuses begin.
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Pompeo lashes out at NPR reporter
Mary Louise Kelly says the secretary of state was not happy to have been questioned about Ukraine.
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Schiff sets tone of impeachment case, says ‘right matters’
The lead prosecutor isn’t likely to win over enough Republican senators to convict President Trump, but he is winning some Republican praise for his articulate presentations at the Senate trial.