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With big spending cuts, Trump’s budget highlights clash of valuesThe White House budget proposal would slash programs for the poor, including Medicaid and food stamps. Its framers say it nudges the able-bodied into jobs; critics call it ‘Robin Hood in reverse.’
Trump has denied 'collusion' with Russia. But is that the real issue?So far evidence of such activity hasn't surfaced. Yet, even if it never does, serious concerns about both the Trump team and Russia are being investigated, and should not be obscured.
What path forward for the GOP agenda?The window for Republicans in Congress to make significant progress on their agenda is closing fast, and White House crises aren't helping. What to do? Experts point to lessons from the Clinton era.
How Mueller appointment may calm a roiled WashingtonFormer FBI Director Robert Mueller is being tapped by the Justice Department after days of uproar in Washington, and even rumblings about possible impeachment. The hope now is for orderly fact-finding.
The place in America where (almost) no one drinks their tap waterLocal officials in eastern Kentucky's Martin County insist the water is fine, despite repeated violations of EPA limits. But residents have been relying on bottled water for years.
How can America's spies navigate today's political minefields?Politics is always a risky arena for intelligence agencies, as they seek out and supply information that may not fit with government agendas. But President Trump's decision to fire FBI Director Comey has brought the tensions into stark relief.
Special counsel appointed to investigate Russia-Trump ties: Three key questionsThe presence of former FBI Director Robert Mueller III at the head of a semi-independent probe should provide structure and restore some measure of order to the investigation. Some questions ahead.
Democracy experts to Trump: Just because you can, doesn't mean you shouldPracticing restraint and cooperation – abiding by the unwritten rules we call political 'norms' – can prevent partisans from locking into fights so bitter they risk tearing democracies apart.
For builders, Trump's wall beckons but is fraught with political riskPresident Trump's plan to seal the border poses difficulties for companies that might bid for the job. Divestment or blacklisting legislation has been proposed in seven states.
Comey memo on Flynn probe: Three key questionsThe revelation President Trump may have asked ex-FBI Director James Comey to shut down the investigation of former national security adviser Michael Flynn has roiled Washington. What are the relevant questions?
Trump revelation of intelligence to Russia: Three key questionsNews that President Trump shared highly classified intelligence with top Russian officials last week has rocked Washington. What are the relevant questions?
First LookWho should replace Comey? Not a politician, say lawmakersSome suggested they should come from within the FBI ranks. Others floated Merrick Garland, Obama's Supreme Court nominee.
Cover StoryGatekeepers of the Trump revolutionMeet six senators who will help shape the administration's moves, from health care to tax reform.
Detroit charts a public-private path to its future, with streetcarsThe three-mile, $180 million line is a step forward for a financially strapped city that's big on square miles and short on public transit. But it's there only by the grace of philanthropy. And critics say poorer neighborhoods are still on the sidelines.
First LookHow Trump warned ComeyThe president rattled off one of his early morning tweets to send a message to the former FBI director.
First LookAfter weeks of fuming, how Trump fired ComeyIt ended with a surprise announcement, but Trump had been mulling for weeks about when to dismiss the FBI director.
Why a thorough investigation of Russian election meddling is still possiblePractically speaking, at issue right now are two very different approaches to a new a Russia investigation effort.
FBI director is out. How does that affect Trump-Russia investigation?President Trump's abrupt firing of FBI Director James Comey, coming just days after he reportedly requested more funds, has raised concerns that the investigation could be slowed.
First LookReviews of Michael Flynn's consulting work reveal inconsistenciesFlynn says two $40,000 payments were consulting fees. The Turkish businessman who paid him said they were for lobbying.
Trump fires FBI Director James Comey: Three key questionsWhat are the relevant questions in the wake of this major news event?
