Yucca Mountain nuclear dump plan revived under Trump
The plan to restart licensing for Yucca Mountain reemerges with a $120 million budget to develop a temporary storage site and restart the licensing process. Nevada lawmakers and officials warn of risks to tourism and groundwater while environmental groups oppose the move. Supporters from the Nuclear Energy Institute urge federal action to end the political stalemate.
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Trump calls for leaker hunt amid Russia meddling debate
President Trump urged the fake news media to focus on illegal government surveillance and unmasking leakers in his administration, claiming the real story is surveillance and leaking. He and allies have pressed unsubstantiated claims of Obama wiretaps during the 2016 campaign.
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Haley states Russia was involved in the 2016 election
U N ambassador Nikki Haley says Russia was certainly involved in the 2016 election on ABCs This Week. She notes President Trump dismisses the Russia story while saying both share the same view, promising action once more details emerge.
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Schumer Says Gorsuch Vote Faces Senate Hurdle
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer says it is highly unlikely Neil Gorsuch can reach the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster. Senator Joe Donnelly announces support, while most Democrats oppose advancing the nomination amid a 52 48 GOP advantage.
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Flynn omits Russia links on early ethics filing
Michael Flynn failed to disclose speaking fees from Russia related entities on a 2015 personal financial form. He later amended the form to list income from RT the Volga-Dnepr Group affiliate and Kaspersky Lab U S subsidiary. The White House released both forms with other officials’ holdings after pressure over Russia contacts.
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