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Stefanik pledges an 'America First' agenda at the UN and a review of US funding
WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Elise Stefanik pledged Tuesday to push President Donald Trump’s “America First” stance if confirmed as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and roll out a review of U.S. funding critical for U.N. operations and its many agencies around the world. ...
Today in History: January 28, explosion of the space shuttle Challenger
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 28, the 28th day of 2025. There are 337 days left in the year. Today in history: On Jan. 28, 1986, the space shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds after liftoff from Cape Canaveral, Florida, killing all seven crew members including schoolteacher...
Canadian foreign minister warns of 'Trump tariff tax' on Americans as threat of 25% tariff looms
TORONTO (AP) — Canada's foreign minister on Friday warned Americans they will be paying a “Trump tariff tax” if President-elect Donald Trump follows through with a threat to impose a 25% tariff on all Canadian goods. Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly said that Canada is ready to...
Hegseth confronts allegations of misconduct as senators grill Trump's choice for Pentagon chief
WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump's choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, vowed Tuesday to foster a “warrior culture” at the Pentagon and confronted allegations of sexual assault and excessive drinking and questions about his derisive views of women in combat during a...
The Latest: Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing adjourns following Senate questioning
Confirmation hearings for Donald Trump’s cabinet picks begin this week, starting with Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth. The hearing was held Tuesday with senators questioning whether the former combat veteran and TV news show host is fit to lead the U.S. military. ...
Republican former US Sen. Kelly Ayotte sworn in as 83rd governor of New Hampshire
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Former U.S. Sen. Kelly Ayotte was sworn as the 83rd governor of New Hampshire on Thursday, promising to bring people together and build on the state's successes while also warning that budget cuts are coming. “I am going to be a governor for you, whether...
