Senate Confirms Robert Wilkie as Veterans Affairs Secretary
The Department of Veterans Affairs, which has struggled for years to provide timely and efficient care, has been without permanent leadership since March and is dealing with high staff turnover.
Suspect Arrested in ‘Vicious’ BART Stabbing That Killed Woman
Nia Wilson, 18, was killed after being “blindsided by a maniac,” her sister said. It was one of three homicides at BART stations in less than a week.
Meet With Kavanaugh? Not Until There’s a Deal on His Documents, Democrats Say
Senate Democrats are avoiding the standard meet-and-greet with President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee as they fight over which documents must be turned over.
Judge Delays Start of Manafort Trial for Six Days
The defense team for Paul Manafort, President Trump’s former campaign chairman, was given more time to review tens of thousands of documents that it said could be crucial.
How the Trump Administration Is Browbeating Big Pharma on Drug Prices
Administration officials issued a blunt warning to the board of the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, and announced a flurry of actions and plans to coincide with the meeting.
‘This Fire Will Continue to Grow’: Scenes From the Yosemite Fire
The smoke has blocked views of the valley inside the park, and one of Yosemite’s most scenic routes has been closed.
Family of Australian Woman Shot by Police Sues Minneapolis
Justine Ruszczyk had called 911 to report the sounds of someone being attacked, then was shot by an arriving officer. Her family seeks $50 million.
Fact Check of the Day: Trump Again Falsely Claims Russia Investigation Started With Steele Dossier
The president and his press secretary repeated the false claim that the findings of a former British spy prompted the inquiry. A congressional report found it began with a diplomat’s tip about a Trump political adviser.
Trump Weighs Stripping Security Clearances From Officials Who Criticized Him
The president is targeting former national security and law enforcement officials who served under President Barack Obama.
Ritz Cracker Products Recalled After Potential Salmonella Risk Identified
The snacks’ manufacturer said that there had been no related reports of illnesses as of Monday afternoon, and that the recall was a precaution.
A Supreme Court Vote Is Just One of Heidi Heitkamp’s Headaches
In North Dakota, Senator Heidi Heitkamp is grappling with a Supreme Court pick, a trade war, a hostile President Trump and a well-known Republican challenger.
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