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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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Photo of Kellyanne Conway kneeling on Oval Office couch sparks debate
She’s seen perched with her feet behind her while President Trump meets with leaders of historically black colleges and universities.
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Court refuses to delay Trump travel ban case
The administration says it is drafting a new travel ban order addressing concerns raised about the original.
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Illinois city rallies behind Mexican man
Local officials write letters of support for a restaurant manager detained by U.S. immigration authorities.