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For skeptical Americans, a debate over whether to give Trump a chanceSome skeptics say a smarter long-term strategy than obstructionism is to let him govern. If his policies don’t pan out, Trump will have no one to blame but himself.
Activists plan 'A Day Without a Woman' strike to follow historic Women's MarchOrganizers of the Women's March on Washington are planning a general strike, vowing to keep up their resistance to the Trump administration.
On Baltimore retreat, Congressional Democrats look to the past to inform the futureOn their annual retreat, House Democrats will conduct an election post-mortem. Observers suggest it may hold hints for achieving their primary aim: getting back into government.
Elizabeth Warren and the rising passions of the SenateSenators and observers are very concerned that the Senate is losing its character as the chamber of reasoned, civil deliberation at a crucial time.
First LookWhy did Senator Warren get silenced during the Jeff Sessions hearing?A 30-year-old letter by Coretta Scott King has disqualified Sen. Elizabeth Warren from taking part in the ongoing debate over the nomination of Sen. Jeff Sessions for attorney general.
Why 'fake news' is now ensnaring liberalsAlarmed and feeling powerless, more liberals are turning to fake news, while President Trump tries to redefine what the term means.
Does that 84 Lumber ad really mean what you think it means?To some viewers, 84 Lumber's controversial Super Bowl ad was a bold statement opposing Trump's border wall. To others, it was a show of support for the president's stance on immigration.
Tens of thousands of protest calls didn't stop DeVos. But they're not in vain.Does the failure of the 'El Niño' of protest over Betsy DeVos's nomination mean senators don't care what constituents think? Hardly.
First LookTom McClintock's rowdy town hall meeting: Are anti-Trump protesters adopting tea party tactics?Rep. Tom McClintock (R) of California, had to be escorted by police from a town hall meeting in Northern California as anti-Trump protesters followed him shouting, 'Shame on you!'
First LookMissouri joins 'right to work' movementMore than half of all US states have now adopted so-called 'right to work' legislation, which supporters hope will bring new business to state economies.
Trump's tough talk: Effective or overpromising?President Trump's tough talk can be an effective communication tool. But he needs to deliver or risk being tuned out.
Trump's biggest executive actions, explained Here is a list in chronological order:
First LookThe Super Bowl ads that tugged at American politicsDuring Super Bowl LI, both the inclusion of politics or lack thereof stir national conversation.
Trump's visa ban reversed: Could the judiciary foil his plans?The judicial branch has reared its head, halting Trump's ban on refugees and other visa holders from seven different Muslim-majority countries.
First LookHow Elon Musk is working to roll back Trump's temporary travel banAs protests and legal battles continue over Trump's temporary travel ban, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk contends that negotiation is the way forward.
First LookWhy Vincent Viola turned down Trump's nomination for Army SecretaryThe billionaire investor's decision represents one possible solution to a dilemma faced by many of Trump's picks: conflicts of interest spawned by their business holdings.
Trump's evangelical support is wide. But how deep?More than 8 in 10 Evangelicals voted for him – and the president has reciprocated with rapid policy moves aimed at pleasing them. But some Evangelicals remain wary.
First LookSuspending rules, Senate committee pushes Pruitt nomination forwardA Senate committee has approved Scott Pruitt as EPA administrator, voting to send his nomination to the full Senate.
As White House backs down on voter fraud, debate far from overThe US is bracing for a new wave of legal and political skirmishes over where, when, and how Americans can exercise their most fundamental right.
At marches, protesters confront burning question: What is the next step?Protesters say they were mobilized by Trump's election to 'do something.' But even as they march they wonder how best to use their own time and how such a broad movement can achieve real goals.
