Price sworn in as HHS secretary amid party line vote
Republican Tom Price, a Georgia congressman and vocal foe of the Affordable Care Act, was confirmed as health and human services secretary by a 52 to 47 party line vote after a late Senate session. Democrats pressed ethics concerns and noted his investments as scrutinies began. The piece also covers Michael Flynn’s private talks with Vice President Pence about Russia sanctions and calls in Congress to broaden investigations into Flynn and Kislyak’s December contact.
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Trump weighs retooled Muslim ban amid courts battle
President Trump weighs a rewritten executive order to restore parts of the travel ban or replace it with new security measures amid a 9th Circuit stay. White House aides consider Supreme Court action, while critics flag ongoing constitutional concerns and campaign remarks.
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Trump reassures Japan on enduring alliance and ties
President Trump and Prime Minister Abe meet at the White House promising a closer security partnership as Tokyo seeks reassurance amid trade frictions and differences over North Korea and China. Abe pledges a greater role for Japan, while defense limits remain constitutional.
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Tillerson shapes China policy shift in one China stance
President Trump reaffirmed the one China policy after Rex Tillerson argued behind the scenes for a cautious approach. The move followed talks with Xi Jinping and meetings with Tillerson and Michael Flynn, illustrating how the new secretary of state may steer geopolitical decisions in the White House.
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