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- 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. 聽 聽
- 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.聽
- Tens of thousands of protest calls didn't stop DeVos. But they're not in vain.Does the failure of the 'El Ni帽o' 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 鈥 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.
- Can Trump strengthen religious protections while supporting LGBT rights?A leaked draft of an executive order offers the first glimpse of how the Trump administration plans to balance promises to support LGBT protections with urging from his conservative base to preserve religious freedoms.
- The Gorsuch test: Can Democrats afford the politics of revenge?The nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch has created a dilemma for Democrats bent on resisting Trump. Many still smart over the GOP's 'theft' of Obama's choice for the Supreme Court. Others say it's better to be constructive, not petty.
- Prayer breakfast: Why 海角大神 conservatives are happy with TrumpAt Thursday's National Prayer Breakfast, the president again vows to eliminate federal law that forbids political speech by tax-exempt churches. It's the latest of several moves to please a key voting bloc.
- Surge in young women planning to run for officeIf a rookie politician like Donald Trump can get to the White House, why not me? That's the question that's prompted a surprising number of liberal young women to consider launching a campaign of their own. 鈥 Christa Case Bryant, Politics editor
- Trump Oval Office signings: substance and showmanshipSince taking office, President Trump has signed a flurry of documents. Some have brought real policy changes; others are more in the realm of political theater.