Trump targets MSNBC hosts with personal insults online
President Trump mocked Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough on Twitter calling them low IQ and Psycho Joe. Republican leaders Jeb Bush Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski condemned the tweets while White House aides cited fighting fire with fire and MSNBC denounced the bullying as unhelpful.
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House approves Kate's Law and No Sanctuary for Criminals Act
The House passed two hard line immigration bills, Kate's Law and No Sanctuary for Criminals Act, largely on party lines. Republicans touted tougher penalties for illegal reentry and withheld federal grants from sanctuary cities, while Democrats warned of safety risks and fear among immigrants.
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Iraqi prime minister hails recapture of Mosul mosque site
Prime Minister Haider al Abadi declares end of Islamic State control in Iraq as counters Troops retake the Great Mosque of al Nuri in Mosul. The mosque lies in rubble after militants burned it, marking a symbolic blow to IS caliphate claims. The battle grid shifts toward Tal Afar Hawijah and the Syria border remains an IS foothold.
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Iowa-born adviser Carl Wagner dies at 72
Carl Robert Wagner an Iowa born Democratic strategist and adviser died at his Washington home at age 72 after heart and lung ailments. He counseled Clinton on the 1992 campaign and worked with Kennedy and McGovern before his long service in Democratic politics. He was born January 14 1945 in Lansing Iowa and studied at Loras College and the University of Iowa.
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Illinois Lottery suspends Powerball and Mega Millions sales
Illinois stops Powerball sales by 9 p.m. and Mega Millions by 9:45 p.m. as budget standoff leaves prizes at risk. Acting Lottery Director Greg Smith says the agency can fund prizes with current cash, but only if lawmakers pass a narrow authorization. Lawmakers and Gov. Rauner have not moved bills, prompting questions about a self induced crisis.
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