Trump Takes Aim at His Own White House Aides
Even for a president who rarely spares the rhetorical howitzer, this was something new.
California Governor Cracks Down On Fracking, Requires Audits And Scientific Review
Gavin Newsom’s initiatives follow a massive oil release from a Chevron facility in Kern County suspected of being caused by a high-pressure steam process for releasing oil from underground rock.
Impeachment Briefing: What Happened Today
It was a long day on Capitol Hill, as four witnesses testified before House impeachment investigators over nearly 11 hours. Here are the highlights.
Georgia Teenager Plotted a Knife Attack on a Black Church, Police Say
The plot alarmed the church, rekindling unwelcome memories of the 2015 massacre at a sister church in Charleston, S.C.
Trump’s Middle East Peace Plan Faces Dimmer Prospects Than Ever
Israel’s political limbo and a new United States policy toward settlements have further diminished hopes that the plan will be the basis for an Israeli-Palestinian deal.
Murder Trial of Alabama Officer Begins After Tying Courts in Knots
A black Montgomery resident was fatally shot by a white officer in 2016. After twists and turns, only now is a trial underway.
The Twitter Ads That Weren’t
Twitter is banning many political ads. Here are some that never made it onto the platform.
From impeachment testimony to Democratic debate, Wednesday could be wild
Gordon Sondland, the most crucial witness in the impeachment inquiry, is set to testify Wednesday; in Atlanta, Democratic rivals gather to debate.
‘He’s in Deeper Water Than Most’: G.O.P. Senator at Center of Impeachment Inquiry
Senator Ron Johnson, a longtime Ukraine defender, is emerging as one of President Trump’s most vocal congressional allies.
Britain is country worst affected by terrorism in EU, study reveals
Britain is the country worst affected by terrorism in the EU, according to an authoritative study of the its impact worldwide. The Global Terrorism Index puts the UK in the top 30 of the world’s 168 nations, ahead of France, Germany, Belgium and Spain …
Amnesty International: At least 106 people killed in Iran protests
At least 106 protesters are feared dead in Iran, after the government gave security forces authority to use firearms, water cannons, tear gas, and batons against demonstrators, Amnesty International reports.The protests began on Nov. 15 in response to the government’s decision to raise fuel prices, spreading across 100 cities. Amnesty International says it has reviewed video and spoken with eyewitnesses and activists who say Iranian security forces are using excessive and lethal force against protesters. The demonstrations have largely been peaceful, although there are reports fires have been set at banks and seminaries.Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has called the protesters “villains,” and the government has severely limited internet access to the public. State media has reported that only a few protesters and four members of the security forces have died, but Amnesty International believes the actual death toll could be close to 200. “The authorities must end this brutal and deadly crackdown immediately and show respect for human life,” Amnesty International’s Philip Luther said in a statement.More stories from theweek.com The potential lie that could actually destroy Trump The coming death of just about every rock legend Everyone will eventually turn on Trump. Even Steve Doocy.
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