Mural depicts Maine governor as Klansman, Mickey Mouse
(Reuters) – A graffiti artist lampooned Maine Governor Paul LePage in a mural depicting the two-term Republican wearing a Ku Klux Klan cape and hood, two weeks after he left a profane voicemail for a Democratic lawmaker he believed had called him a rac…
Trump raises about $90 million in August
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Republican Donald Trump raised about $90 million in August in his campaign for the Nov. 8 U.S. presidential election against Democrat Hillary Clinton, his campaign said on Wednesday.
Republican ex-defense secretary Cohen backs Hillary Clinton
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Former Republican U.S. Defense Secretary William Cohen on Wednesday said he will likely vote for U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton in the Nov. 8 U.S. presidential election, citing her experience as secretary …
Obama drinks coconut water to cool down in Laos
U.S. President Barack Obama visited a street market in Luang Prabang on Wednesday (September 7), where he greeted residents and tasted fresh coconut.
‘Bridgegate’ names can remain secret: U.S. appeals court
NEW YORK (Reuters) – A federal appeals court on Wednesday rejected an effort by news media to force prosecutors in the George Washington Bridge lane-closing scandal known as “Bridgegate” to disclose the names of unindicted co-conspirators.
Mexico president replaces finance minister after damaging Trump visit
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) – President Enrique Pena Nieto on Wednesday replaced his close ally and finance minister Luis Videgaray after the two were heavily criticized for Donald Trump’s controversial visit to Mexico last week.
‘Bridgegate’ co-conspirators can remain secret: U.S. appeals court
NEW YORK (Reuters) – A federal appeals court said prosecutors in the 2013 George Washington Bridge lane-closing scandal known as “Bridgegate,” involving allies of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, need not disclose the names of unindicted co-conspira…
U.S. lawmakers want moratorium on commercial flights to Cuba
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Two leading critics of President Barack Obama’s moves toward normal relations with Cuba introduced legislation on Wednesday seeking to temporarily halt commercial flights between the United States and the island because of securi…
U.S. warns Russia against interfering with Western politics
OXFORD, England (Reuters) – U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter on Wednesday warned Russia against interfering with Western “democratic processes” and accused Moscow of aggressive behavior aimed at eroding the international order.
U.S. Green Party’s Stein faces probe over North Dakota pipeline protest
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Authorities in North Dakota are investigating possible charges against U.S. Green Party presidential candidate for allegedly damaging equipment during protests on Tuesday over construction of an oil pipeline in the state.
