Three early lessons from Trump transition era
The piece outlines initial themes in Donald Trump’s transition: prolific social media use with 77 tweets since election, minimal news conferences, and a focus on shaping a loyal White House team. It notes aides like Reince Priebus and Steve Bannon gaining top roles while Christie falls out, Romney's potential State post, and Haley and DeVos confirmations. It also discusses billionaires and generals shaping the incoming cabinet, with figures like Wilbur Ross Mnuchin and Mattis cited as possibilities and ethics rules for appointees.
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Mind like spaghetti marks officer in Scott shooting trial
Former North Charleston officer Michael Slager testified he feared for his life during the 2015 traffic stop shooting of Walter Scott, saying his mind was like spaghetti as he recalled scuffling over a Taser. Video shows Slager firing eight shots as Scott fled.
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Smokies Fire Devastates Areas Across Gatlinburg Region
Millions watched as wildfires raged near Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg. The blaze began from embers on Chimney Tops Trail, fanned by strong winds, threatening Dolly Parton’s theme park area and evacuations. Victims sought shelter while families fled, leaving belongings behind as authorities investigated the cause.
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Gatlinburg Fire Devastates, Tourist District Escapes Major Damage
Chimney Tops fire grew to 50 acres on Sunday and expanded to about 15 000 acres by Monday. Emergency crews from across Tennessee battled flames as 200 firefighters and the Tennessee National Guard fought the blaze. Three people with severe burns were transported to Vanderbilt, with others treated locally as Gatlinburg and nearby areas faced widespread smoke and charred scenery. Local residents laments and officials described the crisis as a turning point for the tourist town and park community.
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