Sessions refuses to discuss Comey firing talks
Attorney General Jeff Sessions told the Senate panel he will not reveal conversations with President Trump about firing James Comey, calling them confidential. He declined to confirm or deny whether Trump made statements about Russia, stressing protection of confidential communications. The hearing spotlighted ongoing questions over the Comey dismissal and broader Russia investigations.
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Trump distances himself from bipartisan ACA deal
President Trump appears to back away from a bipartisan health care plan led by Senators Alexander and Murray amid pressure from conservatives. He later signaled openness to the proposal while insisting he would not bail out insurers enriched by Obamacare. Democrats and Republicans seek to keep him engaged as open enrollment debates unfold.
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Las Vegas guard details drill sound before hallway gunfire
Las Vegas security guard Jesus Campos testified on television that he heard drilling before the shooter sprayed the corridor with rapid fire. Authorities face questions after Campos’s delayed interviews and conflicting timelines about his arrival at Paddock’s hotel room.
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Maryland Judge Halts New Trump Travel Ban
A U.S. District Court in Maryland joined Hawaii in blocking President Trump’s latest travel ban. Judge Theodore Chuang issued a ruling barring enforcement for individuals with no bona fide U S ties while allowing other aspects to proceed, as Jeff Sessions vowed to press the case to the Supreme Court.
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Judge orders abortion for undocumented teen in custody
A federal judge ordered the U S government to allow an undocumented 17-year-old in federal custody to obtain an abortion. The judge, Tanya Chutkan, rejected the notion that she lacks a constitutional right to an elective abortion.
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