But as a prolonged government shutdown and other matters popped up, the meeting Gowdy requested with Trump was ultimately pushed back until after the president had already announced William BarrBill BarrActing attorney general condemns Capitol riots, warns 'no tolerance' for violence at Biden inauguration Barr, White House counsel told Trump not to self-pardon: report Trump condemns riots, says he will focus on transition in taped remarks MORE as his pick to lead the Justice Department. Still, Gowdy praised Ratcliffe during a golf outing with the president after his Barr appointment, to which Trump indicated he would keep the Texas Republican in mind for other similar positions. … [Read more...] about Rising star Ratcliffe faces battle to become Trump’s intel chief
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Kelly says Trump can’t admit to making mistakes: ‘His manhood is at issue here’
Kelly said Trump needs to appeal to Americans for peace after a mob of his supporters attacked the U.S. Capitol last week as lawmakers met to certify President-elect Joe BidenJoe BidenConfirmation hearing for Biden's DNI pick postponed Biden's Sunday inauguration rehearsal postponed due to security concerns: report Murkowski says it would be 'appropriate' to bar Trump from holding office again MORE’s victory. The House is expected to impeach Trump, who spoke to his supporters before the siege, on Wednesday over his role in the rioting. … [Read more...] about Kelly says Trump can’t admit to making mistakes: ‘His manhood is at issue here’
Trump eyes lawyer who spoke at rally to help in impeachment trial: report
Eastman was on the receiving end of backlash late last year after he penned a Newsweek op-ed questioning whether Vice President-elect Kamala HarrisKamala HarrisBiden calls for swift action while outlining .9 trillion virus relief package Porter loses seat on House panel overseeing financial sector The Hill's 12:30 Report: Trump's growing isolation as administration comes to an end MORE is eligible to serve in the role because her parents were not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. … [Read more...] about Trump eyes lawyer who spoke at rally to help in impeachment trial: report
GOP Sen. Lankford apologizes to Black constituents for opposing election results
“I can assure you, my intent to give a voice to Oklahomans who had questions was never also an intent to diminish the voice of any Black American. I should have recognized how what I said and what I did could be interpreted by many of you,” he concluded. “I deeply regret my blindness to that perception, and for that I am sorry.” … [Read more...] about GOP Sen. Lankford apologizes to Black constituents for opposing election results
Ayanna Pressley’s husband tests positive for COVID-19
Rep. Ayanna PressleyAyanna PressleyAyanna Pressley's husband tests positive for COVID-19 House Democrats call for investigation into 'suspicious' Capitol tours day before riot Pressley's chief of staff said her office's panic buttons 'had been torn out' before Capitol riot MORE’s (D-Mass.) husband, Conan Harris, has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and is exhibiting mild symptoms, her office said on Wednesday. … [Read more...] about Ayanna Pressley’s husband tests positive for COVID-19