Nuclear option looms in Gorsuch confirmation fight
Democratic senator warns Gorsuch may fall short of 60 votes to end a filibuster and Republicans may trigger the nuclear option to confirm him by simple majority. Senate split 52 48 with eight Democrats needed to block. Judiciary panel delays vote as Democrats decry rushed timetable ahead of April 7 confirmation aim.
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Kushner to lead White House Office of American Innovation
Jared Kushner will oversee a new White House Office of American Innovation to streamline government, crowding together ideas from government and business. The move aims to shrink federal size, cut jobs, and cut regulations, with Kushner directing potential privatization efforts.
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Russian bank confirms meetings with Kushner in December
A Russian bank under Western sanctions disclosed that its executives met Jared Kushner in December. The disclosure comes as a Senate panel seeks interviews with Trump associates including Kushner, who has agreed to testify. The bank says roadshow talks involved US banks and business leaders led by Kushner.
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Nunes Says He Viewed Intel on White House Grounds
Rep. Devin Nunes, head of the House Intelligence Committee, says he met a unnamed intelligence official on White House grounds to view secret reports related to Trump's transition and surveillance claims. The meeting occurred as calls for a broader probe into Russian meddling grew louder. Schiff criticized briefing Trump directly, urging nonpartisan handling of the inquiry.
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UN debate opens on banning nuclear weapons
The United Nations General Assembly begins work on a proposed blanket ban on nuclear arms backed by Pope Francis and U N officials. Major powers protest as Russia China abstain and over 30 nations stay away citing impracticality while Nikki Haley questions North Korea's acceptance.
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Navalny given 15 day jail term after Moscow protest
Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny received a 15 day jail sentence for dis obeying police at a Moscow protest and was fined for organizing the event. He plans to appeal as the protest marked by thousands across Russia stirred liberal opposition before a planned presidential election.
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