Monday, June 12, 2017

US condemns Russian actions following protests

The Trump administration is condemning the detention of hundreds of protestors, and lead dissident Alex Navalny following demonstrations in Moscow.

According to Russia's interior minister, some 3500 participated in the protests, with 500 detained, with NGO's reporting larger participation, and Russian police arresting people at random.

White House spokesman Sean Spicer says the actions by the government in Moscow are wrong.

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White House mum on tapes, US AG testimony

The White House is currently refusing to answer questions about whether there is a recording system, and what U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions might say when he appears before Senate Intelligence Committee.

Late last week, U.S. President Donald Trump said he'd have an answer on whether there were tape recordings of his meetings with now-fired FBI director James Comey 'shortly.'

White House spokesman Sean Spicer refused to answer questions on anything tied to James Comey, tapes, or Congressional testimony.

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All of this is part of the ever-widening investigation into Russian meddling in American politics.

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White House rejects lawsuit as Democratic obstruction

The White House thinks the emoluments clause case brought by the state of Maryland and the District of Columbia will be dismissed because it's partisan obstructionism.

The state and the city brought the lawsuit arguing President Trump continues to violate the U.S. Constitution by failing to fully separate himself from his business interests, with his son admitting that the president continues to be updated about their progress.

White House spokesman Sean Spicer said the lawsuit is another example of the Democrats trying to obstruct the president's agenda, just like a previous lawsuit.

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London trip not scheduled - White House

The Trump administration now says the state visit to the United Kingdom by U.S. President Donald Trump has not been scheduled.

The trip was reportedly postponed for a variety of reasons, including the outcome of the British general election and President Trump not being interested in a foreign trip of long duration.

Now White House spokesman Sean Spicer says the invitation from the queen is still under discussion.

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White House reviewing travel ban ruling

The Trump administration is reviewing the ruling by the Ninth U.S. Federal Court of Appeals to continue to block the president's executive order severely limiting immigration. 

The U.S. Supreme Court is accepting (has accepted) filings and arguments on a separate but related ruling by the Fourth circuit court.

White House press secretary Sean Spicer insists the travel ban is still legal, but they are reviewing the latest rulings.

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Trump Admin Loses Another Court Ruling on Revised Travel Ban

President Trump has lost another appeals court ruling on his travel ban. The decision, from the United State Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit is the latest in a string of court rulings rejecting his administration's efforts to limit travel from several predominantly Muslim countries. 

Rachel Silverman reports from San Francisco. 

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US firm warns of malware designed to wreck havoc on power grids

A US cybersecurity firm has warned of a cyber weapon with the potential to cause major disruptions to electric grids around the world. 

Washington DC-based Dragos believe the people behind last December's attack on a Ukrainian electric grid could repurpose the malware to disrupt grids in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North America. 

Our US correspondent Liling Tan reports. 

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Trump sued by Maryland, DC over "corruption"

US President Donald Trump is being over claims that he hasn't done enough to separate himself from his business empire.


The top legal officials in Maryland and Washington DC say they're joining forces to accuse the President of "corruption".


Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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DC, MD fear Pres. Trump putting himself first

The state of Maryland and the District of Columbia are suing U.S President Donald Trump for violating the emoluments clause of the U.S. Constitution.

They fear the American president is putting business interests ahead of national interests.

Both attorneys general are Democrats and President Trump has repeatedly said Democrats are nothing but obstructionists.

Karl Racine is the attorney general for the District of Columbia.

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Karl Racine says the people of the city of Washington deserver to know more:

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The state of Maryland, as represented by state Attorney General Brian Frosh, joins the suit.

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US Attorney General Agrees to Testify Publicly in Senate Russia Inquiry

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions has requested that his appearance before the Senate Intelligence Committee be made public. 

Sessions recused himself from involvement in the FBI's Russia inquiry because of personal involvement. 

From Washington Daniel Ryntjes reports...

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US Congressman-elect to plead guilty to assaulting reporter

A Congress-man elect in the US state of Montana will plead guilty to having assaulted a journalist for the British paper the Guardian.

Greg Gianforte already issued an apology and arrived at a settlement with the reporter, Ben Jacobs, which includes a pledge to donate 50-thousand dollars to the Committee to Protect Journalist


US Correspondent Mary MacCarthy has more:

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Pres. Trump insists everything is fine

U.S. President Donald Trump insists he's accomplished more than any other president in his first four and a half months in office.

He's just been sued by the state of Maryland and the District of Columbia for violating the U.S. Constitution, and his attorney General Jeff Sessions is set to appear in an open hearing to the Senate Intelligence Committee.

During an extensive photo-op with his Cabinet, President Trump promoted how great things are going.

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After being contradicted by President Trump on policy toward Qatar, U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson made a point of being unified on foreign policy.

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Pentagon: no official reports of civilian casualties in Afghanistan roadside bomb incident


The Pentagon says it has received no official reports of any civilian casualties after a roadside bomb attack in Afghanistan.

US troops opened fire after their vehicle was hit on Monday in Nangarhar province, with local officials reporting at least three civilian casualties.

In Washington, Giles Gibson has more:


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Maryland, DC sue Pres. Trump over constitional violations

The state Attorneys General for Maryland and the District of Columbia are suing U.S. President Donald Trump for violating the U.S. Constitution.

At question are the president's business interests and the emoluments clause, as best illustrated by the Trump International Hotel, just blocks from the White House.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Sponsors pull out of Trump-like 'Julius Caesar' play

Two companies have pulled their sponsorship from a controversial play
starring a Donald Trump-like Julius Caesar.

The production of the historical William Shakespeare play includes the
assassination of the Roman leader.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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First Lady and Trump's Youngest Move into White House

Melania Trump and her son Barron have officially moved into the White House.

The First Lady's delayed relocation enabled Barron to finish his school year in New York.

From Washington Daniel Ryntjes reports...

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UK to delay State Opening of Parliament

The UK's State opening of Parliament, otherwise known as the Queen's speech is likely to be delayed, after the country's Conservative party government failed to reach a majority in Thursday's general election.


The event, in which the next government outlines its plans for its 5 year term, had been scheduled for June 19th.


Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports….


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U.S. Prosecutor axed after refusing Trump call

A leading prosecutor in the United States claims he was fired after
refusing a call from President Donald Trump.

Preet Bharara was the top federal prosecutor in Manhattan and says
Trump was trying to cultivate a relationship he deemed to be
inappropriate.

William Denselow reports from New York.


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EU doubtful UK will be ready to start Brexit talks next Monday as planned

EU officials say they doubt Theresa May's government will be in a position to start Brexit talks in a week's time as scheduled - despite May and Brexit minister David Davis saying they're ready. 
The official start date of June 19th is the same day May is due to present her Queen's speech to Parliament - the first test of whether she can command a majority.
Our Europe correspondent Elena Casas reports from Brussels. 

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Ukrainians travel to EU countries without visas

The first wave of Ukrainians has begun traveling to European Union without visas following a landmark agreement.

The visa-free travel deal between Ukraine and the EU is seen as a milestone as Ukraine turns its back towards Russia and tries to cement ties with the European Union. 

Our Europe correspondent Jasmine Ramirez reports.

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