McCain's return to Washington limited by flu risk
Meghan McCain says her father Senator John McCain remains in Arizona for medical and infection reasons amid a severe flu season. He is receiving physical therapy near Sedona after Achilles injuries as Senate operations face delays in a closely divided chamber.
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Tensions on the House intelligence panel over the Russia investigation prompt plans to wall off Republican and Democratic staff. Rep. Tom Rooney says trust has collapsed, while Rep. Adam Schiff and Rep. Devin Nunes dispute the move, which aims to align staffing with other committees.
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Bush cites clear evidence of Russian meddling in 2016 election
ABU DHABI United Arab Emirates Former President George W Bush said there is pretty clear evidence that the Russians meddled in the 2016 U S presidential election. He pushed back on Donald Trump’s denials and warm relations with Moscow. The White House did not comment on his remarks.
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Tillerson gains traction as Trump allies spar over policy
In a year marked by infighting and shifting loyalties Rex Tillerson has consolidated influence at the State Department. He defended his agenda on North Korea and drug trafficking, sidelined rivals like Nikki Haley on key votes, and secured wins such as Susan Thornton’s approval and Hutchison as NATO ambassador while reducing U N aid funding for Palestinian refugees.
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Duterte backs a move to create a prime minister and loosen foreign ownership limits, aiming to boost growth and quell insurgency. Critics warn it could extend his grip on power as Congress weighs drafting changes to the constitution.
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Trump Faith Central to American Life at Prayer Breakfast
President Donald Trump declared faith central to life and liberty at the 66th National Prayer Breakfast in Washington. He cited references to God in the Declaration, currency, and pledge, saying rights come from the creator and cannot be taken away. House Speaker Scalise and Rep. Cedric Richmond were listed on the dais. Jeanette Kagame gave the opening prayer as Trump enjoys evangelical support amid his first year in office.
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