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White House staff told to preserve Russia-related materials

by JULIE PACE and VIVIAN SALAMA Associated Press March 2, 2017

The Senate intelligence committee, which is investigating Russia’s role in the 2016 election, has also asked more than a dozen organizations, agencies and individuals to preserve relevant records.

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Shift in tone helps President Trump make points rather than waves

by Philip Rucker, Robert Costa and John Wagner The Washington Post March 1, 2017March 1, 2017

His first address before Congress inspires optimism within his own party, but Democrats remain wary of an agenda lacking in specifics.

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LePage’s stay and activities in Washington fuel speculation about post in Trump administration

by Scott Thistle March 1, 2017March 1, 2017

The governor has appeared at a conservative conference, visited President Trump and appeared on the ‘Fox and Friends’ cable TV news show.

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Maine’s members of Congress find areas of agreement in president’s speech

by Dennis Hoey February 28, 2017March 1, 2017

They are encouraged by Trump’s call to create jobs and lower the cost of prescription drugs.

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Republicans block bid to require Justice Department to give Congress info on Trump

by Associated Press February 28, 2017February 28, 2017

Democrats had wanted the department to provide information on Trump’s finances and possible campaign ties to Russia.

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In Democrats’ response, former Kentucky governor says Trump would ‘rip’ away health care

by ALAN FRAM and KEVIN FREKING Associated Press February 28, 2017March 1, 2017

Steve Beshear’s remarks appear to be an attempt to recapture some working-class voters who backed Trump.

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Vancouver mayor stays away and protesters gather as Trumps open new hotel

by MANUEL VALDES and ROB GILLIES Associated Press February 28, 2017February 28, 2017

Mayor Gregor Robertson says, ‘The name Trump has now become synonymous … with racism, sexism and intolerance.’

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The Conway picture is only a small error in Trump’s swing-and-a-miss black college event

by Philip Bump The Washington Post February 28, 2017February 28, 2017

One can safely question if a key goal was simply to show Trump meeting those black leaders, a photo opportunity for the White House to show its outreach.