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The Art of the Deal: Why Putin needs one more than Trump
In his book, 'Art of the Deal,' Donald Trump said the best deals were ones where both sides got something they wanted. His credo, applied to a potential U.S.-Russia deal, flags an awkward truth for Vladimir Putin: He wants more from Trump than vice versa."The U.S. has a stronger hand. In biblical terms, the U.S. is the three kings bearing gold, while Russia is the shepherds with little apart from their good faith," said Konstantin von Eggert, a commentator for TV Rain, a Moscow TV station sometimes critical of the Kremlin. -
Trump's early moves spark alarm, resistance within the government
At the U.S. State Department, the dissent began building soon after President Trump signed an executive order to limit immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries. -
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Around half of Britons believe President Trump's planned UK state visit should go ahead, even though a similar number would not like to see his controversial migrant ban implemented in Britain, according to a poll. (Reporting by Alistair Smout)
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Japan secures extra cost cuts on U.S. F-35 fighter jet package - sources
Tokyo has secured cost cuts on support equipment for its next batch of six U.S. F-35 stealth fighter aircraft of around $100 million, according to sources and Japanese budget papers, on top of savings being finalized for all buyers of the high-tech jets. -
Trump's defense chief heads to Asia, eying China, North Korea threat
President Trump's defense secretary is expected to underscore U.S. security commitments to key allies South Korea and Japan on his debut trip to Asia this week as concerns mount over North Korea's missile program and tensions with China. -
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Trump's Supreme Court nominee questions power of administrative agencies
Supreme Court nominee Judge Neil Gorsuch is known for questioning how far courts should go in deferring to federal agencies on interpreting the law, a view that could be important for U.S. companies and, perhaps, for President Donald Trump. -
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Now more than ever, we need a Justice who is independent, eschews ideology, who will preserve our democracy & protect fundamental rights.8:32 PM - 31 Jan 2017- Reply
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We also need a SCOTUS justice who will stand up to a President who has already shown a willingness to bend the Constitution.8:35 PM - 31 Jan 2017- Reply
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Gorsuch put corps over workers, been hostile toward women’s rights & been an ideolog. Skeptical that he can be a strong, independent Justice8:36 PM - 31 Jan 2017- Reply
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There are no senators who have actual beliefs about voting rules - it's a purely strategic issue and they should all stop feigning outrage.8:43 PM - 31 Jan 2017
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There are a couple dozen protesters outside the Supreme Court, far outnumbered by members of the press. Some are chanting "block the nomination" and "impeach Trump." They are trying to block the prayer led by Rev. Patrick Mahoney of the Christian Defense Coalition.He told reporters, This is the reason we voted for Donald Trump. We knew the critical importance of this moment.... We hope this judge will respect the Constitution."
Protester Martha Burns, 64, of Washington, said the Senate should have voted on Merrick Garland. "They're cheating. They have no right to be doing this. This is a travesty."(Reporting by Ian Simpson)
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In Judge Neil Gorsuch, an Echo of Scalia in Philosophy and Style, via @nytimes https://t.co/cEpDKwVNfM8:22 PM - 31 Jan 2017
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Somehow it seems weird to be talking about "rolling out" a new Supreme Court nominee", as if he's an OS update.8:24 PM - 31 Jan 2017
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Highlights: The Trump presidency on January 31
Highlights of the day for U.S. President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday: -
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Trump names conservative judge Gorsuch as U.S. Supreme Court pick
President Donald Trump on Tuesday nominated Neil Gorsuch for a lifetime job on the U.S. Supreme Court, picking the 49-year-old federal appeals court judge to restore the court's conservative majority and help shape rulings on divisive issues such as abortion, gun control, the death penalty and religious rights. -
Lorwy is the editor of the National Review.Great pick, awesome event, important day for the Constitution8:15 PM - 31 Jan 2017
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If Dems are smart they will ask @POTUS what they can get from him in exchange for a quick @scotus approval. Negotiate with the negotiator8:16 PM - 31 Jan 2017
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Gorsuch: "A judge who likes every outcome he reaches is very likely a bad judge."8:14 PM - 31 Jan 2017
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Gorsuch is seen as a less bombastic version of Scalia and believes in an “originalist” Constitution interpretation https://t.co/HtSQ8SOsCA8:08 PM - 31 Jan 2017
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Neil Gorsuch is a Scalia acolyte who believes judges should interpret laws as they are written.… https://t.co/whT8GpuHRS8:10 PM - 31 Jan 2017
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President Donald Trump on Tuesday nominated Neil Gorsuch for a lifetime job on the U.S. Supreme Court, picking the 49-year-old federal appeals court judge to restore the court's conservative majority and help shape rulings on divisive issues such as abortion, gun control, the death penalty and religious rights. The Colorado native faces a potentially contentious confirmation battle in the U.S. Senate after Republicans last year refused to consider Democratic President Barack Obama's nominee to fill the vacancy caused by the February 2016 death of conservative justice Antonin Scalia. Gorsuch is the youngest nominee to the nation's highest court in more than a quarter century, and he could influence the direction of the court for decades.
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Putin says Russia will follow up fast after Ukraine call with Biden
MOSCOW Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Russia would send ideas to Washington within a week to follow up his talks with U.S. President Joe Biden on the Ukraine crisis.
