Democrats Press to Oppose DeVos and Cabinet Picks
Democrats mobilize to block Betsy DeVos and other Trump nominees as the Senate eyes votes to confirm DeVos as education secretary and Sessions as attorney general with capped opposition. A Pence tie is possible if two Republicans join Democrats.
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Army decision on Dakota Access permit could come Friday
Army secretary may grant final permit after Corps of Engineers submits recommendation on full environmental review for the Dak oto Access pipeline under a Missouri River lake. Pipeline backers claim operations could begin about 90 days after construction. easement could enable crossing within 60 days of start. Meteor fireball lights Midwest with reports from multiple states. sonic booms recorded. Chicago to receive 20 million settlement from Redflex Traffic Systems in bribery case involving former CEO and city official.
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Israel passes West Bank land seizure law for settlements
Israel's parliament approved a controversial measure allowing the state to seize privately owned Palestinian land in the West Bank and grant it to Jewish settlements for exclusive use. The bill, backed by Prime Minister Netanyahu, faces possible high court scrutiny and drew strong opposition from Palestinians and some lawmakers who call it dangerous and likely to provoke international action.
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Grassley presses Trump on whistleblower protections
Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley urges the White House to safeguard whistleblowers, noting his history as lead sponsor of the Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989 and a push for anti gag rider protections. He and Republicans defend disclosures of fraud and seek oversight in a Trump administration. Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill questions the administration’s commitment to whistleblower rights, citing widespread nondisclosure agreements.
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