It says Rick Dearborn and Rob Porter are ‘absolutely immune’ from testifying at what the Judiciary Committee is calling its first impeachment hearing.
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Elizabeth Warren decries Trump as ‘corruption in the flesh’
The Massachusetts senator and Democratic presidential candidate outlines her plans to root out corruption in the White House, Congress and courts.
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New York Times faces questions all around for Kavanaugh story
The newspaper’s allegation of a previously unreported accusation of sexual misconduct by the Supreme Court justice proves problematic.
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House panel investigating transportation secretary for possible conflicts over family’s business
Two Democratic leaders sent a letter Monday asking Elaine Chao to turn over documents related to Foremost Group, owned by Chao’s father and sisters.
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Gun control must include background checks, Democrats tell Trump
Congressional Democratic leaders are telling President Trump that any proposal on gun control must include a House-passed bill to expand background checks for gun purchases.
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Kate Snyder rolls out endorsements in bid for mayor of Portland
At an event on the Eastern Prom, the former school board chairwoman touts support from two city councilors, among others.
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Hundreds of new laws take effect Thursday in Maine
From prohibiting electronic cigarettes in school to changing the name of Columbus Day, more than 500 statutes will go on the books.
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Skirmishes break out in Hong Kong mall amid opposing rallies
Supporters of the ongoing protests for democratic reforms in Hong Kong have clashed with supporters of the central government.
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States split by party on accepting Purdue Pharma settlement
Republican state attorneys general chiefly support a tentative multibillion-dollar settlement with the OxyContin maker, while their Democratic counterparts mostly oppose it.
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Welcome to the dog days of Portland’s mayoral race
As the contest begins to heat up, 3 of the 4 candidates resort to posting pictures of adorable dogs out on the campaign trail.