Los Angeles Times (TNS)
President Trump
Bored, weary senators flout quaint impeachment rules
Gum-chewing, snacking, yawning and alleged napping can be seen throughout the cramped chamber.
Trump’s lawyers in impeachment trial urge dismissal, say he did ‘nothing wrong’
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s organizing resolution, circulated late Monday afternoon, offers each side 24 hours to make opening arguments starting Wednesday.
Douglas Rooks: Sen. Collins reaches dreaded moment
There are consequences however the senator decides to vote on impeachment.
Democratic impeachment managers will need some Republicans’ help
Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, has negotiated with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to ensure there will be a vote after opening arguments on whether to call witnesses.
White House considering dramatic expansion of travel ban
The plan is part of a renewed election-year focus by President Trump on immigration issues.
View from Away: Pressuring Iran, Trump adds diplomacy to deterrence
Chicago Tribune (TNS)
Maine wine and food dealers worry new tariffs will upend business
Severe tariffs on wine, cheese, food and other products from Europe could devastate small businesses in Maine and across the U.S.
Demonstrators rally in Portland against possible war with Iran
The crowd in Congress Square Park calls for peace after the killing of an Iranian general by a U.S. drone raises fears of a widening conflict.
Eli Lake: Trump’s deadly message to Iran’s terrorist regime
Bloomberg News (TNS)