According to special counsel Robert Mueller Russian operatives pretending to be everyday Americans organized, and even helped fund, political rallies during the 2016 presidential election.
Starting in April 2016 and running all the way through the election, Russian operatives produced, …
Continue ReadingPresident Trump announced on Twitter this morning that he will be backing comprehensive background checks for gun purchases with an emphasis, he said, on mental health. He also indicated support for raising the eligibility age for purchases of assault rifles …
Continue ReadingThe indictment of sixteen Russian individuals and entities by special counsel Robert Mueller makes notable mentions of the groups’ use of Facebook, mentioning the social media giant thirty-five times. The group allegedly used the platform to purchase ads, adopt fake …
Continue ReadingNew regulations that White House Chief of Staff John Kelly is putting in place regarding White House security clearances has placed President Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, and Kelly, on a collision course. The potential conflict centers on which White …
Continue ReadingPennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey has called a conversation about impeaching Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justices for their decision to redraw the state’s congressional districts “inevitable.”
“Look, I think it’s inevitable that that conversation’s going to take place,” Toomey said. “I think …
Continue ReadingThe criminal gang MS-13 has exploded in growth in the U.S. and has now been linked to crimes in twenty-two states, according to a new report from the Center for Immigration Studies. Since 2012 there have been more than …
Continue ReadingRanking member on the House Intelligence Committee Adam Schiff said Tuesday night that he plans to have the Democratic memo he and his colleagues wrote to rebut claims in a Republican memo alleging abuses by the FBI in the Russia …
Continue ReadingThe Florida state House of Representatives voted down a bill that would ban many semiautomatic guns and large capacity magazines yesterday. The bill, which would ban AR-15 rifles like the one used in the Parkland, FL, shooting, and large capacity …
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President Trump has directed his attorney general, Jeff Sessions, to explore ways to make the firearm accessory known as the “bump stock” illegal. “Just a few moments ago I signed a memo directing the attorney general to …
Continue ReadingSpecial counsel Robert Mueller has charged an attorney who communicated with former Trump campaign adviser Richard Gates with making false statements to the FBI and failing to surrender evidence. A court filing released this morning charges Attorney Alex Van Der …
Continue ReadingPresident Trump endorsed Mitt Romney’s Senate bid yesterday in a late-night tweet. “He will make a great Senator and worthy successor to @OrrinHatch, and has my full support and endorsement!” the President said of Romney.
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The White House has signaled President Trump’s openness to strengthening federal background checks in the wake of the deadly school shooting in Parkland, FL, this week. “While discussions are ongoing and revisions are being considered, the president is supportive of …
Continue ReadingSpecial counsel Robert Mueller’s interest in President Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, has grown to include the presidential family member’s efforts to secure financing for his company for foreign investors, according to sources. The efforts took place during the presidential transition …
Continue ReadingSpecial Counsel Robert Mueller alleged in his indictment of thirteen Russian citizens for meddling in the 2016 presidential election, that the goal of the operation was to denigrate candidates like Hillary Clinton, Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio, and support candidates …
Continue ReadingSecretary of State Rex Tillerson reaffirmed his commitment to his role as chief U.S. diplomat in a 60 Minutes interview that aired last night, saying he is the only one who knows when he will step away from the role.…
Continue ReadingA spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry has heavily criticized the United States for their indictments of thirteen Russian citizens for interfering in the presidential election. The statement was one of incredulity at the accusation that a small group of …
Continue ReadingA former top Trump campaign adviser has pleaded guilty to charges brought by special counsel Robert Mueller in the Russia scandal and has made clear he will now testify against his former boss, and campaign manager Paul Manafort. Rick Gates, …
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