Kavanaugh record not ready until October timeline
The National Archives said about 900000 pages from Brett Kavanaugh’s White House tenure may require review for executive privilege before release, delaying Senate access and complicating a quick October confirmation vote.
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White House declares vast, governmentwide effort to secure elections
White House, led by President Trump, asserts a broad government effort to protect U S elections amid bipartisan concern over foreign influence. National security adviser Bolton vows no tolerance for interference while NSA director Nakasone and FBI chief Wray outline ongoing cyber countermeasures. Directors say U S adversaries, notably Russia, seek to weaken the United States and midterm integrity.
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EPA proposes rollback of fuel economy rules
The EPA and NHTSA moved to rewrite Obama era rules to freeze mpg targets in 2020 and end California’s power to set higher standards. States following California account for over a third of US vehicle sales and may challenge the plan in court. The administration argues cheaper vehicles save lives and that realistic standards improve the environment, while automakers worry about a split market.
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Mueller proposes interview format changes for Trump team
Mueller team offers White House interview with possible limits on questions or written answers as talks restart. Trump seeks an interview while his lawyers push for conditions. both sides exchange proposals. The sparring comes amid more heated public attacks on the probe by the president and scrutiny of his tweets as potential obstruction.
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Manafort kept bookkeeper in the dark on foreign accounts and bills
Manafort inflated business income by millions and used foreign bank accounts for personal purchases while his bookkeeper Heather Washkuhn handled bills. She testified he approved every penny of her payments, as prosecutors seek to show his detailed involvement amid bank fraud and tax evasion charges.
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