Trump appeared to concede that it was a huge blunder to cede total control of the committee to his political enemies, effectively giving him no way to influence the proceedings.
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Biden’s optimism collides with mounting political challenges
There is a risk that he adds to a dissonance between D.C. and Americans facing economic pain.
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Georgia representative calls Jan 6. probe’ ruthless, false attack’
A video shows him escorting Donald Trump supporters in a tour of House office buildings a day before the attacks.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Herschel Walker says he ‘never denied’ having 4 children
Allegations include that he threatened his ex-wife’s life and spread numerous lies.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Jan. 6 witnesses push Trump stalwarts back down rabbit hole
The claims again show how deeply rooted his false narrative about the election has become.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
LePage would seek to cut state support for asylum seekers
In an interview after a Republican rally in Lewiston on Friday, the former governor said that if re-elected, he would once again try to take away their eligibility for assistance to pay for food, shelter and other needs while awaiting federal authorization to work.
Posted inElection 2022, Uncategorized
Wilton recount determines Mike Wells winner of Select Board seat
In the first count conducted following Tuesday’s election, Wells won with 190 votes to challengers Cherieann Harrison’s 189 and Evret Greer’s 45.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Screams, threats as New Mexico counties certify vote
Certifying elections by typically under-the-radar local commissions, for decades a routine ministerial task, has become politicized.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, Politics
Republicans say Lewiston key to victories in November
At Friday’s Maine GOP Unity Rally party leaders say things are looking bright for their candidates this year.
Posted inElections, Local & State, Local Elections, Morning Sentinel
Fairfield-area residents approve $28.2 million school budget
Residents of the four towns in Maine School Administrative District 49 — Albion, Benton, Clinton and Fairfield — approved the budget Tuesday by a 1,003 to 636 vote.