Newsom Declares Border Crisis ‘Political Theater’ and Withdraws Troops
Gov. Gavin Newsom of California announced on Monday that he would withdraw nearly 400 of the state’s National Guard troops stationed at the border. This announcement follows a similar withdrawal of troops from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico.
On Politics With Lisa Lerer: The Sexism Shield
With six women already running, there will likely be plenty of sexist attacks in the 2020 race. But will some candidates also use it as a way to fend off criticism?
Ocasio-Cortez Team Flubs a Green New Deal Summary, and Republicans Pounce
An FAQ document, which referred to provisions that did not appear in the initial proposal, was published by mistake, an aide said.
California Governor Announces Withdrawal of National Guard Troops From Border Duty
Troops deployed last year at President Trump’s request will now help combat drug gangs and fight wildfires instead, under an order expected to be signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Snow in Hawaii, Flood Watches and Ice: Winter Weather Hits Much of the U.S.
The northern part of the country has gotten walloped with snow, while parts of the Southeast are seeing heavy rain and strong winds.
Cliff Sims, White House Tell-All Author, Sues Trump for Going After Him Over Book
Mr. Sims, a former White House communications aide, is alleging that the president used his campaign organization as a “cutout” to improperly punish former employees.
Sandusky, Ohio, Swaps Columbus Day Holiday for Election Day
Officials wanted to encourage voting and downplay a contentious holiday. “We’ve been very surprised by the national attention,” the city manager said.
Trump Takes Border Wall Fight to El Paso as Opponents There Protest
Dueling rallies by President Trump and Beto O’Rourke, a Democratic former congressman considering a 2020 presidential run, offered a vivid snapshot of the immigration debate.
Illinois Attorney General Challenges Sentence of Chicago Police Officer
Kwame Raoul, the attorney general, said he wants the prison term of Jason Van Dyke, a Chicago police officer convicted last year of killing Laquan McDonald, reviewed. “This is a question of law,” he said.
Bob Costas Accuses NBC of Retaliating for His Remarks on Concussions in N.F.L.
NBC Sports contradicted Mr. Costas’s account, saying he had not been removed from Super Bowl coverage as punishment and that the decision had been mutual.
Illinois Attorney General Challenges Sentence for Officer Jason Van Dyke
Kwame Raoul, the attorney general, wants the Chicago officer’s prison term reviewed. Some have questioned whether less than seven years was enough in Laquan McDonald’s death.
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