Pruitt defends EPA leadership amid Capitol Hill scrutiny
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt faced House hearings defending his record while admitting awareness of an aide’s pay hike. He blamed staff for spending decisions, denied demoting critics, and acknowledged mistakes in a $43000 private phone booth project and biometric office locks. He pledged internal process changes and pushed back on critics as attempts to derail the president’s agenda.
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Warmbier family sues North Korea over Otto Warmbier death
The family of Otto Warmbier filed a federal lawsuit in Washington DC alleging brutal torture and murder by Kim Jong Un's regime during 17 months in captivity. The 22-page complaint seeks accountability as geopolitical tensions rise ahead of high profile talks and summits involving the United States, North Korea, and South Korea. Fred Warmbier condemns the regime and calls the action a necessary step, while the White House and Pence's office express support but had no role in drafting.
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White House doctor withdraws from VA head post amid controversy
President Donald Trump’s doctor Ronny Jackson pulled out of consideration to lead the Veterans Affairs department after allegations of lax prescription practices and drinking on the job. Senate hearings were paused as Democrats released complaints from military medical officials. Trump defended Jackson and said a new candidate with political capabilities would be named, but no selection announced.
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Senate confirms Pompeo as next secretary of state
The Senate approved Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State by a 57 to 42 vote a party line confirmation. Democrats questioned his hawkish record and remarks about minority groups while Pompeo faces tests from insurgent Iran policy to morale at the State Department and potential Iran deal waivers.
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Local theater listings and a thank you note at Collins Road
Collins Road is CR's only locally owned movie theater. We appreciate you and your support. The schedule lists Sherlock Gnomes Paul Apostle of Christ Love Simon The Greatest Showman Peter Rabbit Game Night Pacific Rim Uprising Tomb Raider with various showtimes and prices.
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