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Democrats build impeachment case, alleging 'dangerous crime'
Read full article: Democrats build impeachment case, alleging 'dangerous crime'A Senate trial could begin as soon as this week, just as Democrat Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th president. Yet it's clear that Democrats do not want the Senate trial to dominate Biden's opening days. No president has ever been convicted in the Senate, and it would take a two-thirds vote against Trump, a high hurdle. Rudy Giuliani, Trump's personal attorney, was spotted at the White House Saturday and told ABC he was likely going to join Trumpโs impeachment defense team. Ten Republicans joined all Democrats in the 232-197 impeachment vote on Wednesday, the most bipartisan modern presidential impeachment.
Trump campaign's next steps unclear after White House return
Read full article: Trump campaign's next steps unclear after White House returnLikewise, Trump was intimately involved in the planning for his evening return to the White House, turning it into a made-for-TV moment that dominated evening newscasts. The president was still contagious, and the White House doctor, Navy Cmdr. And even once heโs no longer actively shedding the virus, Trump could still test positive for some time, putting his participation in next weekโs debate in doubt despite his avowed plans to attend. The long-term effects of the virus on Trumpโs health were not clear โ White House doctors have not discussed them with the public. He appeared to be breathing heavily Monday evening after climbing stairs on his return to the White House.
Trump campaign's next steps unclear after White House return
Read full article: Trump campaign's next steps unclear after White House returnLikewise, Trump was intimately involved in the planning for his evening return to the White House, turning it into a made-for-TV moment that dominated evening newscasts. The president was still contagious, and the White House doctor, Navy Cmdr. And even once heโs no longer actively shedding the virus, Trump could still test positive for some time, putting his participation in next weekโs debate in doubt despite his avowed plans to attend. The long-term effects of the virus on Trumpโs health were not clear โ White House doctors have not discussed them with the public. He appeared to be breathing heavily Monday evening after climbing stairs on his return to the White House.
White House staff, Secret Service eye virus with fear, anger
Read full article: White House staff, Secret Service eye virus with fear, angerAs he arrived back at the White House on Monday evening, the president defiantly removed his face mask and stopped to pose on a balcony within feet of a White House photographer. Nonetheless, the mood within the White House remains somber, with staff fearful they may have been exposed to the virus. Residence staff in direct contact with the first family are tested daily and support staff are tested every 48 hours. Itโs not the first time a White House has had to contend with a virus. During the flu pandemic of 1918, President Woodrow Wilson was infected as were members of his family and White House staff, including his secretary and several Secret Service members, according to the White House Historical Association.
Trump on the road as Biden prepares for convention show
Read full article: Trump on the road as Biden prepares for convention showI have no choice" but to counterprogram Biden this week, Trump told Fox & Friends on Monday, pointing to what he says is media coverage that favors Biden. On Tuesday, Trump will take on Biden over his immigration policies during a visit to Yuma, Arizona. The Republican Party and Trump campaign are also ramping up their efforts as Biden takes center stage. Look, were going to be all over the place during this convention, said Trump campaign spokesman Hogan Gidley. Trump's campaign, meanwhile is trying to set historically high expectations for the Biden campaign.
As crime surges on his watch, Trump warns of Biden's America
Read full article: As crime surges on his watch, Trump warns of Biden's AmericaLeft unmentioned by Trump is that a recent surge in violent crime recently endured in several big American cities has come under his watch. Left unsaid: A recent surge in violent crime in several American cities has happened on his watch. Violent crime around the U.S. has been on a downward trajectory for the better part of the last three decades. Chicago, Los Angeles, Philadelphia and New York have seen spikes in violent crime and homicides this year. "He has consistently been silent in the midst of communities devolving into lawlessness, Gidley said of the former vice president.
Trump's reelection campaign gets a reboot as virus persists
Read full article: Trump's reelection campaign gets a reboot as virus persistsWASHINGTON President Donald Trump's campaign reboot is getting a reboot. Trumps rally in Portsmouth was scheduled after aides spent weeks studying what went wrong in Tulsa three weeks ago. It's unclear how many people will attend the New Hampshire rally, campaign officials acknowledge. There has been talk of displaying statues of American heroes at the rally, two campaign officials said. Before the pandemic, the state was on a short list along with Minnesota and New Mexico that the Trump campaign hoped to flip from blue to red.
At least 10 names being discussed to replace John Bolton
Read full article: At least 10 names being discussed to replace John Bolton(CNN) - The White House is currently discussing potential candidates to replace John Bolton as national security adviser after he was ousted Tuesday, with at least 10 names being circulated at this time, several sources told CNN. He is interested in and campaigning for the job, according to one source familiar with the process. His hiring allowed Mulvaney to have a hand in national security issues without having to go through Bolton. His name has also been mentioned during internal White House discussions as a possible candidate to fill the role vacated by Bolton. Jack Keane, retired four-star general: Keane has informally advised the President on matters of national security, including negotiations with the Taliban.