Senate confirms Christopher Wray to lead FBI
The Senate confirmed Christopher Wray as FBI director by a 92 to 5 vote, replacing James Comey amid the Russia investigation. Wray, 50, pledged independence, loyalty to the Constitution, and a nonpolitical approach to the bureau’s mission.
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GOP Eyes Bipartisan Health Care Push Amid Senate Split
Republicans signal willingness to work with Democrats on a one year extension of federal subsidies to insurers aiding low and moderate income Americans. Senate leaders clash over rules while Trump seeks repeal momentum, and divisions among Republicans persist on Obamacare fixes and Medicaid changes.
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Lawsuit alleges Fox aided White House in false story on leaks
A New York lawsuit accuses Fox News Channel of conspiring with the White House and Trump allies to push a false tale about Democratic leaks and Seth Rich’s unsolved killing to distract from the Russia inquiry. Investigator Rod Wheeler says Fox quoted him falsely and would show Trump the story before posting.
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Kushner says Trump campaign too disorganized to collude
Jared Kushner told congressional interns that the Trump campaign could not have colluded with Russia because the team was too dysfunctional to coordinate with a foreign government. ForeignPolicy.com first reported the remarks, intended off the record, with a Democratic aide confirming the account.
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Trump weighs Obamacare leverage amid insurer subsidies threat
President threatens to stop billions in government payments to insurers, risking a legal clash. Law experts say insurers gain a strong court case, while Democrats resist dismantling the Affordable Care Act. Insurers consider higher premiums as subsidies loom, with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona announcing a 7.2 percent rise for 2018 unless subsidies are protected.
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Washington News Roundup Highlights Trump White House Moves
Kushner notes Mueller inquiry uncertainty and security clearance tracking. Trump rails on social media amid John Kelly’s West Wing overhaul. Tillerson defends policy stance and access to Trump. Ethics panel clears Ben Ray Lujan and Roger Williams of violations, cautioning on conduct and urging guidance.
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