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Theresa May says legislation will ensure restaurants cannot legally retain part of service charges. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2RcrH8A

On Politics: Democrats Denounce Limits on Kavanaugh Inquiry

The apparent constraints on the F.B.I. investigation of sexual misconduct allegations against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, the Supreme Court nominee, could make it a “farce,” Democrats said. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xLxycU

Conservative donor says Tories have 'lost their way'

Michael Spencer tells the BBC that some Tories are adopting the "language of the socialists". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NPYylH

Chad Ludington’s Statement on Kavanaugh’s Drinking and Senate Testimony

Mr. Ludington, a Yale classmate of Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh’s, issued a statement on Sunday saying the Supreme Court nominee misled a Senate panel last week. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2RaUWIR

Tory conference: Dominic Raab sets out 'limits' for Brexit compromise

The UK will leave the EU with no deal rather than join a customs union, the Brexit secretary will say. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xSfq13

China Cancels High-Level Security Talks with the U.S.

The decision to withdraw from an important annual meeting shows how tensions over an escalating trade war are spreading to other arenas. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zHd4ne

On Washington: How Jeff Flake May Have Saved Republicans From Themselves

The extended F.B.I. investigation wasn’t what Republicans wanted, but it could end up easing the way for Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court confirmation. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xRjtus

U.S. Marine’s Son Wins Okinawa Election on Promise to Oppose Military Base

Denny Tamaki’s victory is a setback to plans to transfer a busy Marine air base to a less-populated coastal area on the island. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DIO6I2

Trump Administration Prepares a Major Weakening of Mercury Emissions Rules

The proposal is designed to provide legal justification for weakening not only the rules on mercury emissions from coal-burning power plants, but also other pollution controls as well. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Rc0anR

U.S. and Canada Move Closer to Nafta Deal as Deadline Looms

With a midnight deadline approaching, differences between the two countries were still preventing a three-nation deal. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DH9bCu

Kellyanne Conway Says She Was a Victim of Sexual Assault

Ms. Conway said she was a victim of sexual assault as she defended Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, the Supreme Court nominee, who has been accused of sexual assault decades ago. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2RcHcNK

A bump week awaits

As the Tory Party conference starts, will the PM's vision of Brexit survive? from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2QkHQYf

Yale Classmate Accuses Kavanaugh of ‘Blatant Mischaracterization’ of His Drinking

Chad Ludington, who in a statement said he frequently socialized with Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, said he often saw him “staggering from alcohol consumption.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2RbwmYi

A Quiet Docket May Be Just the Right Medicine for the Supreme Court

A lack of blockbuster cases offers the justices a chance to bridge ideological divides that have flared in the confirmation process of Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2ItGgk2

Ruth Davidson calls for Tory Brexit 'silence'

The Scottish Conservative leader says party colleagues should focus on getting a Brexit deal "over the line". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2Ir28wG

New tax on foreign home buyers to help rough sleepers, PM says

Theresa May says an extra stamp duty could fund help for a growing number of rough sleepers. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NaIsxN

Theresa May: 'I believe in Brexit'

The prime minister refutes Boris Johnson's criticism of her strategy for leaving the EU. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2y1DZIb

Brexit plan critics are playing politics, says Theresa May

The PM reiterates her approach is the only one that can deliver, while Boris Johnson calls it "deranged". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2QkdQMh

Iranian Official Says Oil Deal With Europeans Is Close Despite Threat of U.S. Sanctions

The arrangement would constitute the most open break between President Trump and European allies that objected vociferously to his decision to pull out of the 2015 nuclear deal. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2y0smRD

Warren Says She Will Take ‘A Hard Look’ at Running for President in 2020

Senator Warren, a liberal Democrat from Massachusetts, has been one of her party’s most aggressive critics of President Trump. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NaNGcM

Kavanaugh Battle Shows the Power, and the Limits, of #MeToo Movement

Christine Blasey Ford’s emergence shows how pivotal the movement has become, and how its dynamics have threaded their way into American life. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NbgtxU

Washington Braces for Battle as F.B.I. Contacts Potential Witnesses to Kavanaugh Claims

The F.B.I. has reached out to a Yale classmate of Judge Kavanaugh, Deborah Ramirez, who has accused him of exposing his genitals to her at a college party. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xNjiAg

Next Women’s March Is Set for January, With Main Protest in Washington

March organizers hope to capitalize on opposition to Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court and to influence the 2020 presidential race. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R9rF1l

Kavanaugh Borrows From Trump’s Playbook on White Male Anger

For many conservatives, especially white men, angry responses Thursday by Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh and Senator Lindsey Graham represented a welcome rebuke to a hostile liberal order. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N8DmSE

U.S. Weighed Penalizing El Salvador Over Support for China, Then Backed Off

The White House wanted to cut aid to El Salvador after it severed diplomatic ties with Taiwan in favor of China. But that could have jeopardized efforts to curb illegal immigration. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N8C8qw

News Analysis: Kavanaugh Could Help G.O.P. in Senate Midterms. But Not in House Races.

Republicans believe Judge Kavanaugh’s confirmation would cause a backlash among women and independent voters, hurting G.O.P. chances in House races. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NOPGge

Brexit: UK 'would forever regret' losing carmakers - minister

The business secretary says a no-deal Brexit could threaten the UK's status as a world-leading car maker. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2IoYROb

Conservative Party conference app reveals MP's numbers

A security breach with the Tory Party conference app reveals contact details for MPs and journalists. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2zEqXm0

Do Migrant Teenagers Have Abortion Rights? Two Volatile Issues Collide in Court

The Trump administration says it has broad authority to block abortions for young undocumented immigrants in federal custody, because they can return to their home countries at any time. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DCLOKt

Police Scotland anti-independence tweet deleted

The tweet from a verified Police Scotland account said "I am tired of @the SNP still going on about #indyref2". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xYfUCc

On Politics: This Week’s Biggest Stories

The Kavanaugh hearings weren’t the only news in a busy week for American politics. Here are some of the biggest stories this week (and some links, if you want to read further). from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R4KqCW

Nottingham MP Chris Leslie loses no confidence vote

The vote is the latest in a series of MPs to face challenges from their local Labour Party members. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xM7IWh

Brexit: Tory MP Heidi Allen would back another referendum

The Cambridgeshire MP says that in the event of a no-deal Brexit, "we need to go back to the public". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xMmaNO

John Major: Leadership threats against PM 'unacceptable'

Former PM John Major says the taunts and challenges against Theresa May by some MPs are "distasteful". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OqJ7j8

Judge Denies Trump’s Request to Dismiss Foreign Payments Lawsuit

A case brought by Democrats in Congress could give them access to a wide array of financial documents from the president and the Trump Organization. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zDEGJL

At Times, Kavanaugh’s Defense Misleads or Veers Off Point

The New York Times fact-checked his testimony, and what emerges is the image of a skilled lawyer who dissembled when pressed on certain accusations. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Ra3ZKm

A Tumultuous 24 Hours: How Jeff Flake Delayed a Vote on Kavanaugh

The Republican senator, confronted by angry women and frustrated Democrats, got a one-week delay for the F.B.I. to investigate sexual misconduct accusations. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2y1FR3t

How the F.B.I. Will Investigate the Kavanaugh Accusations

The bureau, in a relatively limited inquiry, will rely on witnesses to voluntarily answer questions or hand over documents. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N6P7ZX

Conservative Party Conference: Brexit and Boris Johnson

The two subjects are set to dominate the Conservative Party conference, which starts tomorrow in Birmingham. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2R8nRgL

Blaming Iran, U.S. Evacuates Consulate in Southern Iraq

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the employees were being temporarily relocated and the United States would respond to attacks by militias supported by Iran. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NaIMMQ

On Politics With Lisa Lerer: How the Kavanaugh Hearing Resonated

A deluge of responses from readers on the hearing, plus a recap of a busy day and the best opinion writing on the topic. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R7HDsE

Text Messages to Jewish Voters Inflame Tense Florida Governor’s Race

A spokeswoman for Andrew Gillum, the Democrat, called the messages “abusive.” His opponent, Ron DeSantis, did not deny being behind them. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zDgF5J

Gender Letter: Damaging a Man’s Good Name Versus Damaging a Woman’s Life

What often seems an afterthought is that for millions of women, and men, who have endured sexual violence, the toll is life-altering. It’s trauma that doesn’t have a term limit. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IpRqqj

Tech Fix: Facebook Was Hacked. Here Are 3 Things You Should Do.

The social networking giant said that attackers exploited a weakness that enabled them to hijack the accounts of nearly 50 million users. Here are some tips for securing your account. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OX0tBr

‘I Don’t Think People in the U.S. Know How Closely We’re Watching This’

International readers tell us how the testimony of Christine Blasey Ford and Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh before the Senate Judiciary Committee affected their perceptions of the United States. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R9cAwx

Brexit: Boris Johnson refuses to rule out Theresa May challenge

The former foreign secretary repeatedly refuses to rule out contesting Theresa May's leadership. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2InDop4

Flake Calls for Delay in Kavanaugh Vote to Allow for an F.B.I. Inquiry

Senator Jeff Flake asked for a one-week delay before the full Senate holds a vote to confirm Judge Brett Kavanaugh so that the F.B.I. could investigate accusations of sexual assault against the Supreme Court nominee. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QfjSxO

A Bitter Nominee, Questions of Neutrality, and a Damaged Supreme Court

Experts in the law said it would be hard for Judge Kavanaugh, if he is confirmed, to set aside his bitter experience in Senate hearings. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zCDiHi

U.S. and Mexico to Release Text of Nafta Without Canada

Both countries are expected to release text of the agreement reached last month, setting up a potential showdown with Canada and Congress. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QbxzOa

The ‘Tight Rope’ of Testifying While Female

Christine Blasey Ford’s testimony was a stark reminder of the gender dynamics, and mental gymnastics, required of women who speak up. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zDA46y

Smile! Don’t Get Angry. The ‘Tight Rope’ of Testifying While Female.

Christine Blasey Ford’s testimony was a stark reminder of the gender dynamics, and mental gymnastics, required of women who speak up. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2y0fpaq

House Republicans to Meet Privately with Rod Rosenstein

The deputy attorney general agreed to meet with House Republicans to address the revelations that he suggested secretly recording President Trump and possibly removing him from office. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DEu6pY

In full: Laura Kuenssberg grills Boris Johnson about his Brexit plan

The BBC's Laura Kuenssberg grills Boris Johnson about his Brexit plan and his leadership ambitions. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2R7mEGv

Brexit: Boris Johnson refuses to rule out Theresa May challenge

But the ex-foreign secretary tells the BBC his focus is on averting economic "disaster" after Brexit. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DAX35W

On Washington: Republicans See Kavanaugh and the Court as Worth the Risk

Despite Democratic claims that Republicans are needlessly rushing the nomination, Republicans see opportunity for a conservative court. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R65kl4

Duncan Hunter Airs Ad Suggesting Opponent Is Terrorist Sympathizer

The California Republican, battling charges that he misused campaign funds, said his opponent, Ammar Campa-Najjar, is “infiltrating Congress.’’ from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N7Bae7

5 Takeaways on President Trump’s Foreign Policy From the U.N. General Assembly

President Trump and American officials clarified their policy in a range of hot spots: North Korea, Syria, Iran, Israel and China. Oh, and Canada. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xWLRup

‘Don’t Look Away From Me’: Sexual Assault Survivors Challenge Flake

Senator Jeff Flake’s announcement of his support for Judge Brett Kavanaugh amid the sexual assault accusations against him led to protests in the Capitol. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zCW6Gd

Sadiq Khan takes time off mayoral duties for jury service

The London mayor says he will work as usual in the evenings and on days he is not needed in court. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2R8KCkS

Transcript: Survivors of Sexual Assault Confront Jeff Flake

Senator Jeff Flake spoke with two women who described their own sexual trauma. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QgWY98

Peter Tatchell campaigns with LGBT Muslims at mosque

Peter Tatchell claims that some Muslims "misunderstand or misinterpret or just don't know" what the Koran says about homosexuality. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2R7hTwz

Students review what politicians say on political programmes

Students at St Edward's School in Poole review the BBC's new political programme during their weekly politics club. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NL6QuZ

Plaid Cymru elects Adam Price as new leader

The new leader of Plaid Cymru explains his policies to take the nationalist party from third to first place. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2y08ezo

Senators Meet to Decide Brett Kavanaugh’s Fate

A day after the Supreme Court nominee and a woman who accused him of sexual assault testified, senators will decide whether to advance his nomination. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2ORFdgi

Brexit: Canada-style deal has merit, says Lord Howard

The former Conservative Party leader has said he wants to see the Brexit option explored further. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2IokQVN

London mayoral election: Shaun Bailey chosen as Conservative candidate

Shaun Bailey will seek to challenge Labour's London mayor Sadiq Khan in 2020. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2Im0A77

Right and Left React to the Kavanaugh-Blasey Hearing

Writers from across the spectrum on the Senate testimonies of Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, the Supreme Court nominee, and Christine Blasey Ford, who accused him of sexual assault. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DE6l1n

Le Freak: Nile Rodgers, Andrew Neil, Michael Portillo, Alan Johnson

Nile Rodgers performs one of Chic's most famous tracks with one of his tackiest-ever backing cast: Andrew Neil, Alan Johnson and Michael Portillo. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2zC0FRk

Right and Left React to the Kavanaugh Hearing

Rebecca Traister on Why Women Are Angry: It’s Not Just Kavanaugh

Ms. Traister‘s writing has placed her at the center of the feminist conversation for years. Her new book on women’s rage should keep her there. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OU38M1

American Bar Association Urges F.B.I. Inquiry Into Kavanaugh

The group, which had endorsed the judge’s Supreme Court nomination, said Thursday that it should not move ahead until sexual assault allegations are carefully examined. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Qel3NL

Ex-Liverpool politician Derek Hatton rejoins Corbyn's Labour

The man expelled form the party for hard-left activities was refused membership three years ago from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2zAZj9i

Head teachers protest at Downing Street funding rally

Up to 1,000 heads will demand extra cash for schools to tackle crowded classes and poor staff recruitment. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2IrmUMN

Plaid Cymru leadership race winner to be revealed

Adam Price and Rhun ap Iorwerth are challenging Leanne Wood, who has led the party since 2012. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OhW6Ut

MPs demand hedge fund polling crackdown after Brexit claims

Hedge funds using private polling reportedly made huge gains in the EU referendum. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2R61cS4

On Politics: An Emotional Hearing, With the Supreme Court at Stake

A woman’s tremulous account of sexual assault and a man’s angry, outraged denial played out for hours before a riveted nation and a riven Senate. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N5IvLb

Anti-Semitism row

Accusations of anti-Semitism could have cost Labour in key areas, a study suggests. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DCtlO8

4 Key Takeaways From the Kavanaugh Hearing

In a stunning hearing on Thursday, Christine Blasey Ford told her story in raw and gripping testimony as Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh fought to clear his name and salvage his confirmation. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xLnel4

With Caffeine and Determination, Christine Blasey Ford Relives Her Trauma

Surrounded by her lawyers, publicists and a sisterhood of friends who had convened to support her and zealously protect her privacy, Dr. Blasey said her piece. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Ohej4t

Boris Johnson sets out his 'Super Canada' Brexit plan

The ex-foreign secretary says the UK should "chuck Chequers" on the eve of the Conservative conference. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2ORQJsc

As Senator Collins Weighs Vote, Maine Women Size Up Blasey and Kavanaugh

“He does not to me sound like he’s lying, and neither did she.” Maine Democrats and Republicans watched the daylong testimony and came away torn. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DCQKij

Critic’s Notebook: A High-Stakes Hearing Raises Two Voices, One Quiet, One Loud

The political and gender divide in America played out on TV not just in what Christine Blasey and Brett Kavanaugh said, but how they said it. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xYJwzo

Washington Rolls Back Safety Rules Inspired by Deepwater Horizon Disaster

New rules don't require oil companies to design gear for “most extreme” conditions, such as violent weather or heavy pressure within undersea wells — a key factor in the deadly 2010 blowout. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xLDd2A

Graham Accuses Democrats Of Trying to ‘Destroy’ Kavanaugh’s Life

During Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s hearing, Senator Lindsey Graham said that Democrats were part of an “unethical sham” in an effort to keep the Supreme Court seat vacant. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xVTAZQ

Furious Lindsey Graham Calls Kavanaugh Hearing ‘the Most Unethical Sham’

Continuing to shed his maverick credentials, the South Carolina Republican told his Democratic Senate colleagues, “What you want to do is destroy this guy’s life.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zAIzPD

On Politics With Lisa Lerer: He Litigated. She Persuaded.

Two witnesses, two wildly different styles; a visit to a smaller protest; and how the hearings played on TV. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OSzzKP

Not All Women Have a Clear Answer for How Sexual Assault Affected Them. That Doesn’t Mean It Had No Effect.

The idea that one needs to articulate the personal effects of sexual assault as clearly as Christine Blasey Ford keeps many victims from reporting what happened to them. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xVwrGX

Congress Uneasy as Trump Moves to Revise Nafta Without Canada

Steven Mnuchin, the Treasury secretary, said that a trilateral deal with Canada remained possible, but that he was confident Congress would pass a Mexico-only pact. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2y42vsn

‘As a Rape Survivor, I Was Shaking in My Chair’ as Christine Blasey Ford Testified

Readers tell us how their experiences with sexual assault and trauma affected their viewing of the Kavanaugh hearing during which Dr. Blasey testified. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N3kuVa

GoFundMe Campaign for Christine Blasey Ford Takes Off After Testimony

In the hours after Dr. Blasey mentioned that GoFundMe campaigns had been created on her behalf, one campaign drew more than $200,000. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NHYTXv

The TV Coverage: Confessions on C-Span, and Frustration on Fox News

C-Span, the humble public affairs network, became an unlikely town square during the hearing on Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N0Mrgl

Mark Judge’s Name Keeps Coming Up. Here’s What We Know.

Two women have identified Mr. Judge, a high school friend of Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, as a participant and witness to sexual misconduct in high school. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xT0nn9

Graham Says He’s ‘Really Upset’ After Christine Blasey Ford’s Testimony

Senator Lindsey Graham criticized Democrats after Christine Blasey Ford testified about her sexual assault accusation against Judge Brett Kavanaugh. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Oflt9h

E.P.A. to Eliminate Office That Advises Agency Chief on Science

It's the latest step by the Trump administration that appears to diminish the role of scientific research in policymaking. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OogwLH

Christine Blasey Ford Testifies: ‘I Believed He Was Going to Rape Me’

At an extraordinary hearing that gripped the country, Dr. Blasey emotionally detailed the night she said Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Oj4BP8

News Analysis: Christine Blasey Ford Reluctantly Takes the Stage as Republicans Step Back

Her harrowing account of a sexual assault by Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh during high school brought some women to tears and sent shudders through the White House and Republican circles. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xITN33

Pompeo Hails Talks With North Korea but Says Sanctions Must Continue

The secretary of state said that the world is at “the dawn of a new day” in confronting the North Korean threat, but that pressure must be kept on. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DIxi3E

Theresa May: 'Karen Bradley doing an excellent job'

The Prime Minister has defended Karen Bradley after she admitted she was unaware of some basic facts on Northern Ireland. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OR4FCM

Live Briefing: Kavanaugh Hearing Live Updates: Christine Blasey Ford Steps into the Spotlight

Dr. Blasey testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee about sexual misconduct claims against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xItome

‘She’s Doing Great’: Watching Christine Blasey Ford Testify Across the Country

Americans tuned their televisions around the country to watch political history unfolding in real time at the hearing on Brett M. Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N6ojss

Yanis Varoufakis: Civilisation is in retreat

The former Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis on the rise of nationalism across Europe. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NMIMbe

Flashback: The Anita Hill Hearings Compared to Today

As nominees to the Supreme Court, Judges Clarence Thomas and Brett M. Kavanaugh were accused of sexual misconduct. Justice Thomas now sits on the bench while Judge Kavanaugh’s future has not been decided. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Ok4YZy

Mark Judge’s Online Persona: Selfie Videos and Filming Young Women

Selfie videos, male sexuality and filming young women. These themes appear in the videos and writings of Mark Judge that The Times reviewed, revealing a partial portrait of a key figure in the sexual assault accusations against Judge Brett Kavanaugh, his high school friend. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DzZHsG

Trump’s Meeting With Rod Rosenstein May Be Delayed

The meeting could be rescheduled, as the president will be monitoring testimony from Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh and the woman who accused the Supreme Court nominee of sexual assault. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xGzKT7

Watch Live: Kavanaugh and Blasey Hearing

The Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh and the first woman who accused him of sexual assault, Christine Blasey Ford, will testify in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday. from NYT > Politics /video/us/politics/100000006130595/kavanaugh-christine-blasey-ford-hearing.html?partner=rss&emc=rss

Fact Check of the Day: Checking 6 Claims From Trump’s News Conference

President Trump made a host of inaccurate claims during a news conference at the United Nations on Wednesday, including about accusations of sexual misconduct, his share of the women’s vote, trade, judicial nominations and hostages. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NJVabW

Reality Check

In his conference speech, Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn announces plans to kick-start a "green jobs revolution". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2QYQSLL

Ten big-name firms to publish parental leave policies online

The change has been driven by MP Jo Swinson, who wants all big firms to be transparent on leave policies. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2R2NYFH

Best of Late Night: Samantha Bee Slams Kavanaugh’s Defenders

Bee pushed back against the argument made by some Republicans that rejecting Judge Brett Kavanaugh from the Supreme Court would ruin his life. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zyLc4n

Live Briefing: Kavanaugh Hearing: What to Watch as Christine Blasey Ford Heads to Capitol Hill

Dr. Blasey is set to appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee to testify about sexual misconduct claims against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R33rpe

Bulletin board: ‘Our Obligation Is to Give Readers Relevant News’: How and Why We Reported the Rosenstein Scoop

Times editors answer readers’ questions regarding how we cover sensitive stories, including a recent report on Rod Rosenstein, the deputy attorney general. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Ingz4A

What We’ve Learned About Undecided Voters Heading Into the Midterms

Our polling suggests they could help Democrats in the Sun Belt and Republicans in the North. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zyU1eF

Northern Ireland power blackouts warning

Officials warn that a no-deal Brexit could result in electricity blackouts across Northern Ireland. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2zxqj9G

'No deal Brexit' would damage both sides, warns ex-EU boss

No-one should argue a no-deal Brexit would only damage the UK, says a former EU agriculture commissioner. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NFFdDE

Brussels to name square after murdered MP Jo Cox

The square is near a music venue the murdered MP regularly attended when she lived in Brussels. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NGmnfu

On Politics: Trump Calls Kavanaugh Accusations ‘All False’

President Trump said that his own opinion about Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh’s case was affected by the many allegations of sexual misconduct that had been leveled against him. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NLtYJO

Corbyn to discuss Brexit with EU's Michel Barnier

EU officials say the timing of the meeting, days before the Conservative conference, is a coincidence. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2zyZDpd

5 Takeaways From Trump’s News Conference at the United Nations

The president said his own experience with claims of sexual misconduct makes him more skeptical of the accusations threatening to derail his Supreme Court nominee. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OicfJo

Is Corbyn's leadership the beginning or the end?

At the close of the Labour conference, has Jeremy Corbyn shaped a party on course for future glory? from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NKf4U0

‘I Could Be Doing This All Day.’ Trump Delights in Sparring With the Press.

An 80-minute news conference made clear that President Trump is never more comfortable than when he is mixing it up with the media he loves to say he hates. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IoUItX

Sessions Aide, a Trump Loyalist, Is Seen as Ascendant Amid Rosenstein Chaos

The aide, Matthew G. Whitaker, is considered an affable liaison between the Justice Department and President Trump and a prospective deputy attorney general. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N5xgCu

Trump Rejected a One-on-One Meeting With Trudeau

President Trump complained that Canada’s tariffs were too high and said that “we don’t like their representative very much.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R0rs0a

Read Christine Blasey Ford’s Prepared Statement

In her prepared remarks, Dr. Blasey said “Brett’s assault on me drastically altered my life.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R2Z4dP

Trump Berates Canada and Threatens Car Tariffs as Nafta Talks Falter

The Trump administration is prepared to release text of its trade agreement with Mexico, throwing the future of the trilateral Nafta pact into uncertainty. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QZWo0F

Trump Says He Would Prefer Not to Fire Rosenstein

President Trump remarked that the deputy attorney general, Rod Rosenstein, denied allegations that he planned to invoke the 25th amendment to remove President Trump from office. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Qb3hej

Debunking 5 (More) Viral Rumors About Kavanaugh’s Accusers

A week after internet rumors started circulating about Christine Blasey Ford, misinformation is still spreading about her and two other women. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NHpC6G

In Cosby and Kavanaugh, #MeToo Moments That Stir Very Different Emotions

Two powerful men have to answer to allegations in the same week, but while many support prison for an entertainer, they are divided over a judge. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xBb3HF

Read Brett Kavanaugh’s Complete Opening Statement

In prepared remarks, Judge Brett Kavanaugh will tell the Senate Judiciary Committee that he “did things in high school that make me cringe now.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IkacPB

What Could Happen at the Kavanaugh Hearing? A White House Reporter Answered Live

Peter Baker, our chief White House correspondent, answered readers’ questions on Facebook Live about the coming Senate hearing with Christine Blasey Ford and Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QZ0Blg

On Politics With Lisa Lerer: The Con Job

A special, all-Kavanaugh edition of the newsletter. What Trump said, what senators said, what we’ll be watching tomorrow, and whose votes matter most. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zwaIqV

Trump Calls Accusations Against Kavanaugh ‘All False’

President Trump assailed the allegations against Judge Brett Kavanaugh a day before the woman who has accused the Supreme Court nominee of sexual assault is scheduled to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Q9k1mo

Ellison, Trying to Clear Name, Calls for Investigation Into Abuse Claims

The Minnesota Representative asked the House Ethics Committee to look into domestic violence allegations that he denies, in an effort to clear his name from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zxDqYJ

Trump Says He’s Open to Keeping Rosenstein at Justice Dept.

The president said he does not want to fire the deputy attorney general, who is said to have discussed secretly recording him to expose the chaos in the administration. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zxnFAT

‘Nothing Has Changed’: Angela Wright Reflects on the Anita Hill-Clarence Thomas Hearings

Ms. Wright, who was prepared to accuse Judge Thomas of sexual misconduct, was not called to testify publicly by the Senate Judiciary Committee in 1991. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Oc1CYN

Trump Calls Kavanaugh Accusations ‘All False,’ but Says He Can Be Convinced by Testimony

President Trump said that his own opinion about Judge Kavanaugh’s case is affected by the many allegations of sexual misconduct that have been leveled against him. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Ogt87j

A Hearing’s Test: Blasey Must Seem Credible. Kavanaugh Must Defend but Not Attack.

Republicans and Democrats are setting different standards by which to judge Thursday’s hearing, with the former framing it as a legal proceeding and the latter as a job interview. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QaLN1z

The Women Who Have Accused Brett Kavanaugh

Three women have come forward to accuse President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee of sexual assault or misconduct. He has denied the allegations. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R2m5hh

Brett Kavanaugh, the Accusations and the Fallout: Catch Up on the News

Here’s an overview of the intense fight over the confirmation of the Supreme Court nominee, who has been accused of sexual misconduct by several women. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IkGTMK

‘Take Your Racist Ad and Shove It’: A Congressman Rips Into a House Colleague

Representative Ted Lieu, a Democrat from California, called Representative Chris Collins, a Republican from New York, an “embarrassment to the House.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Dzh64Z

In Rare Bipartisan Accord, House and Senate Reach Compromise on Opioid Bill

The legislation contains a mix of law enforcement and public health measures. Addiction experts say it will help — but not enough. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zwMgGa

Brexit: UK not rejecting global co-operation, says May

The UK will still co-operate with allies to uphold shared values, the prime minister tells the UN. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2IoaJQR

Yale Faces Civil Rights Inquiry Over Possible Discrimination Against Asian-American Applicants

The investigation by the Justice and Education Departments expands the Trump administration’s effort to challenge race-based admissions policies at elite universities. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NGTjEW

At the Center of the Kavanaugh Accusations: Heavy Drinking

Uniting the complaints of sexual impropriety that have threatened to upend Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation is a theme of binge drinking. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N6IWVw

Black Female Lawmaker in Vermont Resigns After Racial Harassment

Kiah Morris, a Democrat, resigned from her seat in the State House of Representatives one month after she ended her re-election campaign over harassment and threats. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QZBTRE

‘I Want to Hear Her Story’: A G.O.P. Senator Has Advice for Colleagues on Dr. Blasey

Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana, a member of the Judiciary Committee, urges his fellow Republicans to avoid turning Thursday’s hearing into a spectacle. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2ORlYn3

Female Candidates Calibrate Politics with Support for Kavanaugh Accusers

Democratic and Republican women are treading carefully on the allegations against the Supreme Court nominee, well aware that they cannot alienate suburban women. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zwREcl

Fed Raises Rates for Third Time in 2018

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the third time this year and signaled it was on track to raise them again in December. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NExc1L

Carwyn Jones formally triggers Welsh Labour leadership contest

The first minister fires the starting gun in the Welsh Labour leadership election. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2N1Q0Tz

Are You a Young Evangelical? We Want to Hear From You Ahead of the Midterm Elections

We’re interested in hearing from young evangelicals about the relationship between your faith and politics today. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xGwcjv

Rail woe for Labour conference-goers

Delegates heading home face cancellations and delays after Jeremy Corbyn bemoaned Britain's railways. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xAwTuT

Kavanaugh Is Accused by a Third Woman of Sexual Misconduct

In a sworn affidavit, a woman says Kavanaugh attended high school parties where women were verbally abused, inappropriately touched and “gang raped.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2ORgGIj

Kavanaugh’s Calendar Portrays Party-Filled Summer for Supreme Court Nominee

The Judiciary Committee released the handwritten calendar of a teenage Brett M. Kavanaugh, as well as affidavits from his accuser’s husband and friends. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N0AVBr

Chancellor calls early Budget to avoid Brexit clash

The next UK Budget will be on 29 October, Chancellor Philip Hammond says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OhCEqI

Trump Accuses China of Interfering in Midterm Elections

Mr. Trump offered no evidence of Chinese meddling in the November vote, but he has previously accused China of aiming tariffs at American states that support him. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IjqZCw

Contaminated blood scandal: We are sorry, says government

Lawyers for the government tell public inquiry, "things happened that should not have happened". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NKAkJB

Trump Vows to Release Mideast Peace Plan Within 4 Months

Mr. Trump said he favored a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. His administration has been working on a peace plan for nearly two years. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xULrF8

Our Investigative Reporters Explain the Trump-Russia Story

Mark Mazzetti and Scott Shane answer readers’ questions on Russian interference in the 2016 election, the Mueller investigation and their reporting process. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NF3GZC

Bulletin board: Photos Show Kavanaugh in a Suit, but Blasey in Sunglasses. Why?

A reader points out that news photographs show Judge Brett Kavanaugh in suits, while his accuser, Christine Blasey Ford, looks much more casual, with “wind in her hair.” Our photo editor responds. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2R1eGPi

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe: PM calls for her release

Theresa May makes a plea for a British-Iranian woman to be freed in talks with Iran's president. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2Og45kE

'General strike' MP Laura Smith got carried away, says Tom Watson

Labour's deputy leader plays down remarks by Laura Smith who suggested a possible general strike. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DFoFaq

What to Watch From the Fed: A Rate Increase and the Path Forward

Markets have priced in a fourth consecutive quarterly rate increase. All that’s left on Wednesday is the Fed’s official announcement. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DuzGef

Theresa May: A general election isn't in the national interest

Labour is calling for an early general election if Parliament rejects the Brexit deal. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2ztkTg1

What is a 'Canada-style' trade deal?

Could the Canada-EU trade deal be a model for the UK's relationship with the EU after Brexit? from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DvVNkA

RHI: Ex-DUP advisers to give evidence to inquiry

Two former DUP special advisers will be questioned at the inquiry into NI's flawed green energy scheme. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NFRlnX

Sexism row over Gareth Bennett AM's 'buxom barmaids' video

The video was posted on YouTube by UKIP assembly group leader Gareth Bennett about Labour's Joyce Watson. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2N15Gq8

Head teachers explain funding protest to parents

Around 1,000 head teachers are expected to take part in a rally over "unsustainable" budget cuts. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xCaiy8

Edinburgh tourist tax could be £2 per room, per night

It would raise an extra £11m a year to be spent on growing tourism and managing its impact, the council says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DvM122

Who Is Rachel Mitchell, the Prosecutor Set to Question Christine Blasey Ford?

Ms. Mitchell, the chief of the Special Victims Division of the Maricopa County attorney’s office in Arizona, is well regarded her peers and officials say. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OQVT7M

Labour conference: Jeremy Corbyn vows to create 400,000 'green' jobs

The Labour leader will set out a "radical plan" to "transform Britain" in his party conference speech. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2ztwf3C

E.P.A. Places the Head of Its Office of Children’s Health on Leave

The unusual move affects an office tasked with making sure that environmental regulations adequately protect children and fetuses from exposure. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IihaEG

On Politics: Trump Accuses Democrats of a ‘Con Game’

The president disparaged a woman who accused Judge Brett Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OjEeZv

Kavanaugh’s Assertions About His Past Face Scrutiny

During a Fox News interview on Sunday, the Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh rebutted claims of sexual abuse. But some are questioning his characterization of his high school and college years. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OO0bg5

In Yale’s Culture of Privilege and Alcohol, Her World Converged With Kavanaugh’s

Deborah Ramirez and Judge Brett Kavanaugh came to Yale from very different backgrounds. But their college circles overlapped, and during a drinking game at a dorm party, she claims, he exposed himself to her. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IhI143

U.S. Army Reservist Is Accused of Spying for China

The suspect, Ji Chaoqun, gave information to a Chinese intelligence officer to recruit employees at American defense contractors as informants, court papers said. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MYSouc

McConnell’s Fix for Judiciary Panel’s Gender Gap: ‘Female Assistant’

Senator Mitch McConnell said that being male didn’t preclude making a fair decision but that “a female assistant” was hired to question Christine Blasey Ford before the Senate Judiciary Committee. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NGe6bx

Congress Bets Trump Will Sign Bill to Fund Military, Even Without His Wall

Neither Republicans nor Democrats want the government to close before the midterm elections, but the president has repeatedly raised the specter of a shutdown, most recently last week. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NBQwN7

Fact Check of the Day: Fact-Checking Trump’s Speech to the United Nations

Addressing the world body’s annual General Assembly meeting on Tuesday, President Trump made inaccurate claims about his own record, the Islamic State, the war in Yemen, reactions to the Iran nuclear deal and the trade deficit. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zuu4wU

He Took Home Documents to Catch Up on Work at the N.S.A. He Got 5½ Years in Prison.

Nghia Pho, 68, hoping to win a promotion at the National Security Agency, started taking his classified work home, where Russian hackers are believed to have stolen it. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OLJzpc

‘I Believe Her’: Mazie Hirono Takes an Aggressive Stance in Kavanaugh Hearings

The Hawaii Senator has gained newfound prominence as a leading Democratic voice calling for Judge Kavanaugh’s accusers to be heard and respected. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xA0uEE

Law Enforcement Officials Confront Tech Companies’ Power

Justice Department officials met with attorneys general from 14 states to discuss whether they have the right tools to fight concerns about privacy and the tech business model. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DE3aqu

Tom Steyer to Spend Millions Backing Andrew Gillum in Florida

Tom Steyer, the liberal billionaire who has crusaded for impeaching President Trump, is pouring money into electing Andrew Gillum governor of Florida. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N20hz8

On Politics With Lisa Lerer: Jerry Brown Says We’re Doomed

Talking to the governor of California about the future, plus the conservative pivot on Judge Kavanaugh and a critic’s take on his Fox interview. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xBUgnY

As Debt Rises, the Government Will Soon Spend More on Interest Than on the Military

Tax cuts, spending increases and higher interest rates could make it harder to respond to future recessions and deal with other needs. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NEYBRa

They Say Sexual Assault, Kavanaugh Says It Never Happened: Sifting Truth From Memory

How trauma and time alter the way we recollect significant events. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Dv5XCc

Hunt of Yellowstone Grizzly Bears Canceled as a Result of Judge’s Ruling

A federal court decision found that the United States Fish and Wildlife Service erred in stripping the grizzlies’ status as a threatened species. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NGMDq2

China Rejects U.S. Warship’s Visit to Hong Kong as Tensions Rise

The cancellation, along with recalling a senior admiral who was in the United States for a conference, came in response to sanctions imposed by the Trump administration. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zt6tfT

One Reason for Slow Wage Growth? More Benefits

The rise of nonwage compensation like paid time off is helping persuade the Fed to push up interest rates. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Q66prR

Hatch: ‘Everything Is an Excuse for Delay’ in Kavanaugh Hearing

Senator Orrin Hatch, Republican of Utah, said Democrats were promoting unsubstantiated allegations of sexual misconduct against Judge Brett Kavanaugh in order to delay the Supreme Court nominee’s confirmation. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xOM2rE

Mormon Women’s Group Calls for Probe of Allegations Against Kavanaugh

The Mormon Women for Ethical Government called for a suspension of Judge Kavanaugh’s confirmation proceedings, pending a thorough investigation. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QXEoE7

Trump Accuses Democrats of Playing ‘Con Game’

President Trump unleashed his latest criticism of Democrats, calling them “con artists” for their handling of the sexual misconduct accusations against Judge Brett Kavanaugh. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xSq5bs

Trump Trade Negotiator Warns That Canada Is Running Out of Time

Robert Lighthizer, the United States trade representative, said the administration will move forward with a bilateral trade pact with Mexico if an agreement cannot be reached with Canada. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xQxKqv

Labour could scrap Universal Credit - John McDonnell

The shadow chancellor says reform of the controversial new benefit may not be enough to end hardship. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OOjBBn

Alabama Revisits Ten Commandments, Hoping for Help from Kavanaugh

The state’s voters this fall will decide on a constitutional amendment that would allow the commandments to be displayed in schools and other public property from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QYuS3v

Labour conference: Members fill hall with Palestinian flags

Delegates unfurl Palestinian flags at their conference hall - and Emily Thornberry delivers a fiery speech. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2ORMD34

Trump Accuses Democrats of Running ‘Con Game’ Against Kavanaugh

Speaking in New York, the president disparaged a woman who accused Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh of exposing himself to her, saying she was “messed up” and “drunk” at the time. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Q4IKrL

Lisa Murkowski Delivers Message: Take Kavanaugh Accusations Seriously

Senator Lisa Murkowski, Republican of Alaska, said she is troubled by Christine Blasey Ford’s story. “It is about whether or not a woman who has been a victim at some point in her life is to be believed.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OahGdf

Brexit: Theresa May wants to cut migration without harming economy

Theresa May says EU free movement will end after Brexit but new rules must address economic needs. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2Dt1H6b

Trump, at U.N., Scorns ‘Unaccountable Global Bureaucracy’

The president, speaking at the General Assembly, doubled down on his “America First” foreign policy. He did have a few kind words for North Korea. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2pA4QqR

Anti-Kavanaugh Protesters Confront Ted Cruz at Dinner

“We believe survivors,” the activists chanted, as they surrounded Mr. Cruz and his wife, Heidi, at an upscale Italian restaurant in Washington. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IcJAzX

Labour conference: Jeremy Corbyn pledges more free childcare

A pledge of more free hours will feature in the Labour leader's party conference speech. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2O9wdGh

Jeremy Corbyn: More EU talks if MPs reject Brexit deal

The UK would have to return to the EU negotiating table if MPs rejects its Brexit deal, Jeremy Corbyn tells the BBC. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2O8hETq

Brexit: European Research Group will not vote for PM's plan, says ex-minister

The PM will lose the vote if she does not change policy, a European Research Group Tory MP says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2Q665cJ

‘We Believe Survivors’: Protesters Surround Cruz at Restaurant

Demonstrators confronted Senator Ted Cruz, Republican of Texas, at a restaurant to protest the Supreme Court nomination of Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, who has been accused of sexual assault. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xEbLDZ

Watch Live: Leaders Speak to The United Nations General Assembly

President Trump will give a speech on Tuesday before the United Nations General Assembly in New York. from NYT > Politics /video/us/politics/100000006125957/watch-live-trump-united-nations.html?partner=rss&emc=rss

Reality Check

Shadow Brexit Secretary Sir Keir Starmer has outlined how his party will react to any Brexit deal. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2N0TiGC

United Nations General Assembly: Live Updates

Leaders from around the world have gathered in New York to deal with a host of nettlesome issues, ranging from Iran’s nuclear program to North Korea to wars in the Middle East. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IcEDqQ

Labour conference: Female joint deputy leader plan ditched

Deputy leader Tom Watson says he is 'disappointed' by the move which will "set back" female representation. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NDUvsE

Labour conference: 'Nationalise the internet' call rejected

But Labour's Angela Eagle says tech giants should work for the "common good" and not just profit. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2IcDbF2

RHI inquiry: Foster challenged on green scheme problems

NI's former first minister is appearing at an inquiry into a scheme that left taxpayers with a £490m bill. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2IfZVUD

Life expectancy progress in UK 'stops for first time'

Improvements have ground to a halt for the first time since records began, in 1982, ONS data shows. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2pwT0xP

Labour conference: Starmer on further Brexit referendum

Delegates cheer as Sir Keir Starmer says Labour's options must include campaigning for "a public vote" over Brexit. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OQXOsU

Immigration debate

The BBC's Laura Kuenssberg and Iain Watson focus on the discussion about a post-Brexit immigration system. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2QX5sDC

News Analysis: The Democratic Dream: Defeat Kavanaugh, Win the Senate and Stop Trump Supreme Court Picks

That scenario helps explain why President Trump and Senator Mitch McConnell are so determined to push through Brett Kavanaugh rather than replace him with a less damaged candidate. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QVOntC

On Washington: Kavanaugh’s ‘Golden Résumé’ Turns Into a Lead Weight

His pluses have become minuses as his time at elite schools has given rise to sexual misconduct claims and his long record in Washington has fueled Democratic distrust. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xQX67w

Voters in Battleground Districts Are Divided on Kavanaugh

Polling suggests that support for his Supreme Court nomination has eroded in the last week. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N1OxfI

On Politics: Kavanaugh Says He Won’t Be ‘Intimidated’

Judge Brett Kavanaugh, facing mounting allegations of sexual impropriety, vowed to fight the “smears,” saying he will not withdraw his Supreme Court nomination. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QXdagN

UK immigration: No preference for EU workers after Brexit, cabinet agrees

Workers should face the same rules regardless of where they are from, the cabinet unanimously agrees. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DuheCO

Iran’s Terms to Reopen Nuclear Talks? Trump Has to Back Down

President Hassan Rouhani of Iran said Monday he would consider new talks with Washington only if President Trump reversed himself and honored the 2015 nuclear accord. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N50zoY

Supreme Court Fight Goes Prime Time With Kavanaugh’s Fox News Interview

Brett M. Kavanaugh submitted to questions about allegations of sexual misconduct, the first time in memory that a Supreme Court nominee was interviewed on TV before a confirmation vote. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PYCW39

White House Memo: At the U.N., Trump Can’t Escape His Political Problems Back in Washington

With the drama surrounding Rod J. Rosenstein and Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, it is hard to recall a General Assembly that opened against a backdrop of such political turmoil, on so many fronts. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MZq5vy

Labour threat to vote against Theresa May's Brexit plan

Sir Keir Starmer attacks PM's Chequers plan, as Labour members prepare to debate a new referendum. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DtIlxI

‘We Believe Women’: Protesters Rally Against Kavanaugh

Demonstrations across the country took place against the Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh, who is accused of sexual assault. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2pAowLu

Protesters Rally Against Kavanaugh, and Back His Accusers: ‘The Wave of Women Is Here’

Demonstrations and walkouts took place in solidarity with Christine Blasey Ford and Deborah Ramirez, who have accused the Supreme Court nominee of sexual misconduct. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IgmPve

Fact Check of the Day: Trump’s Inaccurate Claim That U.S. Is ‘the Fastest-Growing Economy in the World’

The United States’ G.D.P. growth is nowhere near the highest in the world, though its rate is currently one of the highest among developed economies. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OO9MUh

How Rosenstein Protects Mueller From Trump

Deputy Attorney General Rod J. Rosenstein has discussed ways to remove President Trump from office. He’s also fiercely defended the special counsel for the Russia investigation, Robert S. Mueller III — one of the president’s most frequent targets. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zqPDy5

Florida Democrat Running for Congress Dies Unexpectedly

April Freeman had been set to face off against a Republican state senator, Greg Steube, in the November election. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xNaR7z

The Evolution of Kyrsten Sinema, from Homeless Child to Senate Candidate

Ms. Sinema, the Democratic nominee in Arizona, has made her story of childhood homelessness a central part of her political identity. But documents and contradictory statements raise questions about it. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2O8IhYh

Drug Industry Tries to Slip $4 Billion Windfall Into Opioid Bill

Drug companies are eyeing a popular opioid bill to roll back discounts for Medicare recipients, but opposition has quickly mobilized. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xLF2f5

McConnell Accuses Democrats of ‘Trying to Destroy’ Kavanaugh

In a speech on the Senate floor, Senator Mitch McConnell, the majority leader, defended Judge Brett Kavanaugh against the sexual misconduct allegations against the Supreme Court nominee and said Democrats were helping conduct a “smear campaign.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2N0chB3

Trump Signs Revised Korean Trade Deal

The pact, which will allow more American automobile exports to South Korea, lacks a promised side deal to prevent currency manipulation. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zs18FO

On Politics With Lisa Lerer: Congress Has a Bad Reputation. Kavanaugh Isn’t Helping.

The Judiciary Committee decides whether to perform its core duty, a look at what’s ahead for Rosenstein, and a dispatch from Alaska. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OQaJev

Protests promised if 'deep state' thwarts Jeremy Corbyn premiership

Aide Andrew Murray promises mass protests if unelected forces undermine a Jeremy Corbyn premiership. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2MWcqFv

Brett Kavanaugh, Facing New Allegations, Vows He Will Not Withdraw

Senior Republicans, tamping down speculation that support might be cracking, will come out strongly in favor of Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh’s confirmation to the Supreme Court. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NF4QEN

Brexit: Flights 'at risk' under no-deal, government warns

Government papers warn airlines would lose automatic rights to fly from UK to EU without an agreement. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2zqOAOH

Gina Haspel Is Skeptical of North Korea’s Willingness to Give Up Nuclear Arms

The C.I.A. director is supportive of the Trump administration’s diplomatic efforts, but reflects a widespread view that North Korea is reluctant to denuclearize. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2ONBpg9

Brexit: Pet travel warning in no-deal planning papers

Pet-owners could have to consult a vet at least four months before travelling to the EU. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xy802U

Rod Rosenstein, Deputy Attorney General, Is Expected to Leave Job

It was not immediately clear whether he expected to be fired by President Trump or whether he planned to resign. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xIVCfK

Labour conference: What do party members want?

Blair or Corbyn? Leave or Remain? Labour members give their views at their annual conference in Liverpool. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NBeloj

Brexit: Theresa May on relations with European leaders

Theresa May says if EU leaders have issues with her Chequers deal on future relations with the UK, then it is time to "hear what those issues are". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2MUCT6w

John McDonnell on football, Shankly and Labour policies

John McDonnell says he will never stand as Labour leader, and he wants the next person in the job to be a woman. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2pwy0ap

Does Theresa May trust Donald Trump?

The UK and US have a special relationship which means its leaders can have "frank and open discussions" says Theresa May. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xAd86x

Len McCluskey rounds on Chuka Umunna and Labour 'plotters'

The Unite leader tells Chuka Umunna to "drop the country club plotting" and get behind Jeremy Corbyn. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2O82nlo

Labour official Andy Kerr sorry for Catholic jibe

Senior Labour official Andy Kerr apologises for his remark at the party conference in Liverpool. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OPWmHr

Brexit: May to chair cabinet amid pressure for Chequers re-think

Calls for the PM to do a U-turn and back Canada-style trade deal grow ahead of meeting of ministers. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xuFjnx

Trump Stands by ‘Fantastic’ Kavanaugh as He Seeks G.O.P. Votes

In a radio interview with Geraldo Rivera to be broadcast Monday, the president cast doubt on the sexual assault allegation against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PVyAK6

One Big Problem With Medicaid Work Requirement: People Are Unaware It Exists

Arkansas is the first state to test it, and thousands have been kicked off the program. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Q0SALn

A G.O.P. Senate Candidate Highlights His Drug Industry Career. Should He?

The race for Senator Robert Menendez’s seat has proved competitive in deeply blue New Jersey. His Republican opponent, Bob Hugin, built his career in the pharmaceutical industry. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DqlpQ0

A party divided: Where next for Labour?

The Victoria Derbyshire programme hears from people at the heart of the party. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2zpY7p6

On Politics: Kavanaugh Nomination in Limbo

A second accusation of misconduct surfaced against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh on Sunday, the same day Christine Blasey Ford committed to testifying against him. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QTWhUc

News Analysis: Constrained From Fighting, Trump Is Left a Spectator With Kavanaugh in Peril

A confirmation effort that was once seen as an island of functionality in a chaotic White House has become the latest messy episode in a presidency full of them. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2pDEwwl

Leader of Conservative Think Tank Will Go On Leave After Kavanaugh Tweets

Edward Whelan, the president of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, offered to resign, but the organization’s board put him on leave instead. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2IagpOe

Brexit: Labour conference vote wording agreed

The motion proposes "all options" - including campaigning for a fresh referendum - remain on the table. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xA8Hsl

Scandal Shakes a Virginia House Republican, Adding to Electoral Tremors

Representative Scott Taylor, whose campaign has been rocked by a petition scandal, joins a handful of other Republicans facing accusations of misconduct and unexpectedly close races. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PWT05i

Labour plans to give tenants more power

Landlords would no longer be able to kick tenants out with no reason, under Labour proposals. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2PXTgRs

Labour conference: No new academies, Angela Rayner to pledge

Schools will not lose their current status but would have to follow new "national rules", party says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2zoRAuU

Will the Defeat of the I.D.C. Bring a Blue Wave in Albany?

Can seven insurgent State Senate candidates, fresh off Democratic primary victories, be enough of a catalyst for progressive change? from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zpJ7rH

Labour conference: John McDonnell unveils £500 workers share plan

Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell says he would force all large firms to share ownership with staff. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OMd8Ho

Kavanaugh to Give Senate Calendars From 1982 to Back Up Denial

Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh has calendars from the summer of 1982 that do not show a party consistent with the allegation against him. But his team acknowledges they do not disprove the accusation. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zpNkvs

An Undiplomatic Trump? At This U.N. Meeting, His Aides Fear the Opposite

The president’s advisers worry that he will be overly enthusiastic about engagement with adversaries, given his conviction that he can outmaneuver any leader or strike any deal. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PZ7OQT

Labour conference: deselecting MPs to be made easier

The party votes for the change as a union boss says some MPs are "almost asking to be deselected". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NZc59R

Christine Blasey Ford Reaches Deal to Testify at Kavanaugh Hearing

Some details on the agreement still needed to be finalized, but her lawyers said those would not impede her testifying Thursday on her accusation of sexual assault. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zp1Za8

#WhyIDidntReport: Survivors of Sexual Assault Share Their Stories After Trump Tweet

A new hashtag has survivors of sexual abuse answering the question: Why didn’t you say something sooner? from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NyPd1t

Anti-Semitism row: Union chiefs 'trying to smear Jewish community'

Labour MPs criticise Len McCluskey and Mark Serwotka as Jeremy Corbyn says anti-Semitism is a "scourge". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2O2FTCw

Iran’s President Condemns Gulf State After Deadly Attack, as Well as U.S.

President Hassan Rouhani said that a Persian Gulf country allied with the United States was behind the strike against a military parade, that killed 25 people and wounded nearly 70 others. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zpumoy

Corbyn: 'Anti-Semitism is a scourge on any society'

Jeremy Corbyn says he will continue to oppose anti-Semitism and that Labour has taken steps to address it. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2zo7kOU

Kavanaugh Was Supposed to Be a Midterm Boon for G.O.P. Not Anymore.

Republican leaders in battleground states like Missouri are increasingly doubtful that candidates can wield the court nomination as a cudgel without risking repercussions. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2I7DUr0

Walmart, Patagonia and Lyft Make Push to Increase Voter Turnout

Several big companies are trying to turn out the vote in November. They say it’s a nonpartisan effort, but many of the brands have tangled with President Trump. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xwwwkS

Trump Administration Aims to Sharply Restrict New Green Cards for Those on Public Aid

A rule proposed by the Trump administration could force immigrants seeking permanent resident status to prove they will never become reliant on government assistance. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QR3N2j

Campaign Signs Vandalized With Swastikas and Racist Graffiti in New Jersey

Swastikas, racial epithets and profanity were scrawled across a campaign banner for Representative Josh Gottheimer and the home of a supporter who had put the sign on his lawn. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xw02HF

Trump Galvanized a Movement of Women. Kavanaugh Is Testing It.

The judge’s fate, and the Senate’s treatment of his accuser, have the makings of a pivot point in American politics — a wrenching apex in the struggle over the status of American women and abortion. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2pvtOrp

Labour 'must listen' to members on people's vote, says Tom Watson

Labour's deputy leader makes his call after a poll suggests 86% of party members want a final say on Brexit. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2I8UVB9

Six Siblings of a Republican Congressman Have Endorsed His Opponent in Campaign Ads

The siblings say their brother’s extremist views on immigration and his comments about a white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, Va., prompted them to take action. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OJ4oBD

China Demands U.S. Withdraw Sanctions Imposed Over Military Purchases From Russia

Chinese officials summoned the United States ambassador in Beijing to denounce the sanctions that Washington announced this week. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DoABNm

Six Siblings of a Republican Congressman Have Endorsed His Opponent in Campaign Ads

White House Memo: Talk of the 25th Amendment Underscores a Volatile Presidency

The deputy attorney general’s reported discussion last year of a mechanism to remove the president showed just how fractured the team around President Trump is. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Dz357t

Brett Kavanaugh’s Accuser Says She’s Willing to Testify Before Senate Committee

The decision by the woman, Christine Blasey Ford, came after days of uncertainty over whether she would appear at a hearing and answer questions about her accusations of sexual assault. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OJFIJo

No-deal Brexit 'no problem', Nigel Farage says at Leave Means Leave rally

Ex-UKIP leader tells Leave Means Leave rally the "endless negative narrative" needs to be countered. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2O52Rsz

Sheldon Adelson Sees a Lot to Like in Trump’s Washington

The casino magnate and his wife, initially skeptical of President Trump, are thrilled with some of his policies and have donated $55 million to Republican campaigns. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PZ9hqG

Ruling on Health Care Subsidies Could Prove Costly for Government

The government had a clear obligation to reimburse insurers for assistance provided to low-income people under the Affordable Care Act, a federal judge says. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xuCd2Y

Jeremy Hunt: Don't mistake politeness for weakness

Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt urges EU leaders to "step back from the abyss" of a no-deal Brexit. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2PW8XbU

FEMA Administrator Must Reimburse U.S. for Misuse of Agency Vehicles

Brock Long will have to reimburse the government for misusing government vehicles to travel to and from his home — but will keep his job. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MRlSKo

On Politics: This Week’s Biggest Stories

From the sexual assault allegations against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh to developments in the Russia investigation, it’s been a busy week in American politics. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NtUnM1

At Missouri Rally, Trump Casts Midterm Elections as Referendum on Presidency

The event resembled a boisterous re-election pep rally for President Trump rather than an effort to lift Josh Hawley, the Republican attorney general running for Senate. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PWepLV

Brexit compromise still possible, Donald Tusk says

The European Council president said it was in fact Theresa May who was "uncompromising" over her plan. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2pvgkMw

Google C.E.O. Denies Allegations of Political Bias in Search Results

Sundar Pichai said in an email to staff on Friday that the company does not alter search results for political gain. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2I7rG1B

Labour could renationalise railways in five years - McDonnell

John McDonnell says he will create a Treasury unit to oversee the party's plans for more public ownership. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NtIPs9

Trump’s Ex-Lawyer Is Said to Have Proposed Diverting Funds to Manafort and Gates

White House aides warned that such a move could look like an attempt to influence former campaign aides facing charges in the special counsel inquiry. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2pu7q1B

Patti Davis, Ronald Reagan’s Daughter, Tells Her Story of Sexual Assault

In an opinion piece defending Christine Blasey Ford, the former first daughter wrote: “Your memory snaps photos of the details that will haunt you forever.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MVqnng

U.S. Weighs Next Steps as Syria’s Civil War Enters Climactic Phase

The Trump administration insists on Geneva-based peace talks as Russia and Turkey promote a truce in Syria. And it wants to keep U.S. troops in the east. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DjgyzO

Billionaire Backer of Maria Butina Had Russian Security Ties

Konstantin Nikolaev, the oligarch who helped finance Ms. Butina, has been an investor in projects linked to the Russian government. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QQ5ME6

Marilyn Lloyd, 89, Tennessee Trailblazer in Congress, Dies

A conservative Democrat, she replaced her husband on the ballot when he was killed in a plane crash in 1974. She went on to serve 10 terms. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2I4AVQf

On Politics With Lisa Lerer: ‘I Found My Voice’

Readers respond to the wave of women in politics, Kansas City barbecue, and insights into the most competitive House races. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xsSlBW

Fact Check of the Day: Trump Claims to Protect Pre-Existing Health Conditions. That’s Not What the Government Says.

At a campaign rally in Las Vegas, President Trump said that he and Republicans “will protect patients with pre-existing conditions.” But his Justice Department has said that those provisions under the Affordable Care Act should be overturned. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2I7wQKQ

The Conservative Lawyer Behind a Bizarre Kavanaugh Defense Theory

Edward Whelan, a prominent conservative lawyer, is facing a backlash after he suggested that Christine Blasey Ford, the university professor who has accused Judge Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault, may have confused him with someone else. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MTA19X

Labour vows to 'put equality centre' stage at conference

But debates on a Brexit referendum and the future of the party will also dominate Labour's conference. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2QPRYJM

Tariffs to Raise Cost of Rebuilding After Hurricane Florence

Homeowners and businesses will have to pay more for lumber, steel, aluminum and other materials because of President Trump’s trade policy. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2ps2yKz

Ted Cruz and Beto O’Rourke Set for First Debate Friday Night

The Texas political rivals have spent weeks preparing for the debate, the first of three in their Senate race, which is one of the tightest and most heated this year. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MT5nh1

Michelle Obama’s Big Book Trip: ‘It’s Like You’re Looking at a Madonna Tour’

In advance of the publication of Mrs. Obama’s memoir, “Becoming,” Live Nation, Ticketmaster and Hearst are helping with the former first lady’s rock-star-style return to the public sphere. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2ptFlru

Congressman Is Criticized for Joking That Justice Ginsburg Was ‘Groped’ by Lincoln

Ralph Norman, Republican of South Carolina, was making a reference to the recent allegations against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2O32aQC

Black Candidate Wants to Know Who Called 911 as She Talked to Voters

Shelia Stubbs is headed for the Wisconsin legislature. The caller thought her car was part of a drug deal. Her mother, 71, and child, 8, were inside. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QMQWhv

Conservative Pundit Points Finger at Another Man to Deflect from Kavanaugh

Conservative lawyer Edward Whelan’s theory that Christine Blasey Ford was attacked by a classmate of Brett M. Kavanaugh’s has heads shaking — and Mr. Whelan apologizing. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xtFLCe

Brexit: What happens next?

With Brexit talks in deadlock, what might happen between now and the official departure day next March? from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2PVnxQV

Rosenstein Suggested He Secretly Record Trump and Discussed 25th Amendment

In the turbulent days after the firing of James B. Comey, the deputy attorney general appeared conflicted about his role and wanted to expose administration dysfunction, people around him said. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QOIL4n

Gender Letter: Christine Blasey Ford Pushes Back: Here’s What Might Happen Next

As of Friday, Dr. Blasey had ruled out the possibility of testifying at a Monday hearing, but seemed open to doing so later in the week. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2I32rgU

Florence’s Floodwaters Breach Defenses at Power Plant, Prompting Shutdown

Duke Energy shut down a power plant in Wilmington, N.C., after a dam at the site breached, potentially spilling coal ash into the nearby Cape River. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xqKdSo

In Reversal, Trump No Longer Demands Declassification of Russia Documents

In a tweet on Friday morning, Mr. Trump said that instead of an immediate release, Justice Department officials would review the documents. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2zlqmW8

Black Candidate Wants to Know Who Called 911 as She Talked to Voters

Sheila Stubbs is headed for the Wisconsin legislature. The caller thought her car was part of a drug deal. Her mother, 71, and child, 8, were inside. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2I3Uc4i

Many Voters Tend to Believe Christine Blasey Ford, Even if They Question Her Motive

In a Pennsylvania swing district, voters are gripped by the allegations against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, and divided over them. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QQcz0G

Pound slides further on May's Brexit speech

Sterling was already trading lower after EU leaders warned the UK must make compromises to secure a deal. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NvHy3K

Trump Says if Attack on Kavanaugh Accuser Was ‘as Bad as She Says,’ Charges Would Have Been Filed

President Trump said in a Twitter post that if the alleged attack “was as bad as she says,” charges would have been filed. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PPUZbI

Facebook stops sending staff to help political campaigns

The social network will no longer send employees to work at the offices of political campaigns. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OJ0tEY

Brexit: Electoral Commission seeks to appeal against ruling

The Electoral Commission considers challenge to High Court ruling that it got law wrong over Vote Leave spending. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2ptzDFU

Theresa May to say she 'won't change tack on Brexit'

Theresa May is to make a statement on the state of Brexit talks after EU leaders rejected her plan. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xvkbxz

Court to rule on whether UK can halt Brexit

Anti-Brexit campaigners win permission to ask Europe's highest court whether the process can be halted. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2pqpp9d

Ice Surveys and Neckties at Dinner: Here’s Life at an Arctic Outpost

Danish soldiers, scientists and two very sturdy dogs are the only residents of Station Nord in Greenland. Like any remote outpost, there are quirky rules and rituals. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NVkJWT

Can Nafta Be Saved? These Two Negotiators Are Trying.

For more than a year, Canada’s foreign minister and the United States trade representative have been locked in intense negotiations to rewrite the trade pact. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OHYW1M

Dianne Feinstein Rode One Court Fight to the Senate. Another Has Left Her Under Siege.

Ms. Feinstein has exposed herself to withering criticism over her handling of accusations against Judge Brett Kavanaugh, a case with echoes of Clarence Thomas’s confirmation in 1991. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OBW7zf

Reality check

Reality Check's Chris Morris sees how Brexit and the Irish border's future could affect this Welsh port. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2Djaur6

Brexit: What's behind Donald Tusk's Instagram diplomacy?

EU chief Donald Tusk's controversial social media teasing of Theresa May is part of a wider strategy. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2Nrrm3z

Jeremy Corbyn defends Labour racism inquiry

Key witnesses - including Scottish minister Humza Yousaf - say they have not been asked for evidence. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xCVrT6

Putting Aside Grudge, Trump Backs Ex-Rival in Tight Nevada Race

The president dispensed with some of his usual bravado on Thursday and instead told an audience in a cavernous convention center in Las Vegas that the Republican majority was on a razor’s edge. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PUFfUN

On Politics: Kavanaugh Hearing Negotiations Continue

Christine Blasey Ford, who has accused Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh of sexual assault, has reopened negotiations with lawmakers over a hearing next week. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PUQ5Ku

UKIP bids to be 'radical, populist' party

Leader Gerard Batten unveils the party's new manifesto, which urges a "clean exit" from the EU. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DhduUR

Brexit: 'No deal' without EU compromise, says Grayling

Chris Grayling warns that the EU must soften its position on its 'backstop' for the Irish border. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xCyUWu

Anita Hill Hearings: A Master Class in Mansplaining

In 1991, senators questioned Anita Hill about her accusation that Clarence Thomas, a nominee to the Supreme Court, had sexually harassed her. The questions and remarks that lawmakers made during the hearings are now viewed as a low point for the Senate. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PPQYnB

Trump Loosens Secretive Restraints on Ordering Cyberattacks

Much of the new orders remain classified, but they appear to delegate authority to go on the offensive against online adversaries. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2ppRnlq

Anita Hill’s Testimony and Other Key Moments From the Clarence Thomas Hearings

In three days of televised hearings that riveted the nation, Anita F. Hill detailed allegations of workplace sexual harassment by Judge Clarence Thomas. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xvjX9v

Senator Orrin Hatch Reads ‘The Exorcist’ at Thomas Hearing

At the 1991 hearing, the Republican senator suggested Anita Hill’s story was inspired by the book. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OGdQpp

2 Supreme Court Nominees. 2 Delays.

Senate Democrats are calling for an investigation into an accusation of sexual assault against Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Tensions in the Senate still linger from the refusal by Republicans to hold a hearing for President Obama’s nominee in 2016, Judge Merrick B. Garland. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OH9u18

At the U.N., the Rift With Allies Trump Might Have to Mend Is With South Korea

The president’s aides refer to its quest for peace with North Korea as the “sunshine policy,” and that’s not a compliment. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NWrrMm

Ron DeSantis Faces Questions About Supporter’s Racist Slur

A donor to the Republican nominee for governor in Florida used a racist slur against Barack Obama on Twitter. The campaign said it wouldn’t take any more donations from him. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2prLN25

White House Memo: Trump Sees a ‘Red Wave’ Where His Party Sees a Red Alert

The many “distractions” generated by the president, Mitch McConnell said, were preventing Republicans from having a coherent message focused on the economy. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MMgXKM

Michael Cohen Has Spoken Repeatedly With Mueller’s Prosecutors

The interviews with the special counsel are a new sign of the special counsel’s progress in getting firsthand accounts from key players. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Ns17df

On Politics With Lisa Lerer: Her Story? Or Theirs?

How a #MeToo story gets transformed into a political football, previewing the Beto-Cruz debate, and the president’s approval rating. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NvFyJ5

Biosafety Reforms Still Lagging at Military Labs

Three years after finding that laboratories had mishandled deadly pathogens, the Pentagon has no way to measure the effectiveness of its reforms, according to a new report. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Nr6iKB

With More Than 200 L.G.B.T. Candidates, Advocates Hope for a ‘Rainbow Wave’ in the Midterms

The number of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender candidates running for office this year is higher than ever. But there is a partisan split among the nominees. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NuwEeC

Internet regulator considered for UK

The government is considering "all options" to keep UK citizens "safe" online. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xutoGd

Kavanaugh Accuser Opens Negotiations on Testimony Next Week

Christine Blasey Ford, who accused Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh of sexually assaulting her as a teenager, has reopened discussions that could lead to testifying next week. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MS1N6K

The view from Europe

There’s a distinct tone of concern in European newspapers over Prime Minister Theresa May’s proposal for future trading ties. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OClz7R

Jeremy Corbyn 'not ruling out' indyref2 consent

The Labour leader would "decide at the time" what to do if Nicola Sturgeon asks for his permission to hold an independence vote. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2MPNOON

U.S. Retreats on Publicizing Body Count of Militants Killed in Afghanistan

The American military in Kabul was publicizing the number of killed enemy fighters. The propaganda tactic with echoes of the Vietnam War was stopped on Thursday. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xCXVRp

Evangelical Leaders Are Frustrated at G.O.P. Caution on Kavanaugh Allegation

They say religious conservatives may feel little motivation to vote in the November elections unless Senate Republicans defend and confirm Judge Kavanaugh. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NtVf3q

Vote Leave data firm hit with first ever GDPR notice

AggregateIQ is appealing against the accusation that it mishandled personal data and broke GDPR rules. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2pqs9TS

Merged Northamptonshire councils put vulnerable 'at risk'

Northamptonshire's police and crime commissioner criticises plans to merge the county's councils. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2QLyRjZ

MPs and peers get compostable cups as Parliament goes plastic-free

Throwaway cutlery, salad boxes and straws also replaced as Parliament bids to go "avoidable" plastic free. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2MPIeMi

Brexit: Rees-Mogg and Alastair Campbell on further referendum

Alastair Campbell, calling for a further EU referendum, says it should offer the chance for the UK to remain in the EU. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xBJJYX

New Statesman on intelligence services and Labour leader

A journalist says the report is a "bit conspiratorial" but "a lot of Labour MPs" are worried about national security under a Corbyn government. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2MLQ4Xb

Why Polling Can Be So Hard

Here’s a tour of some of the challenges we’ve tackled in conducting polls of a dozen of the most competitive congressional districts. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OElJf5

Tom Watson mocks Corbyn aide Andrew Murray over 'deep state' claims

Andrew Murray has suggested someone "paid by the taxpayer" is behind newspaper stories about him. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NWods2

Train delays: Who is in charge of the railways?

Chief Executive of the Rail Delivery Group says the industry need changing. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2OBFST6

EU leaders want UK to hold 2nd referendum on Brexit

Prime Minister of Malta says EU leaders are "almost unanimous" about another referendum. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NZeEJ0

'Fresh direction' for prison and probation service as head quits

Michael Spurr was asked to step down after MPs described the service as a "mess", the BBC understands. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2poBTyh

Brexit: EU leaders warn time is running out for a deal

Theresa May and her EU counterparts gather for more talks at a summit in Salzburg. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xslkFQ

Sturgeon calls for Brexit to be delayed

Scotland's first minister says it would "absolutely reckless" for the UK to leave the EU without full clarity about what comes next. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2PPsnz4

Train delays: 'Lack of accountability' led to rail timetable chaos

Poor accountability was to blame for severe rail disruption last May, a regulator has said. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2NUmcN3

On Politics: Stalemate Over Kavanaugh Inquiry

The woman who accused Judge Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault rejected the idea of a Senate hearing, saying it would not be a “good faith investigation.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MNuXnE

Americans Are Increasingly Doubtful That Voters Are Ready to Elect Women

A majority say there should be more female leaders in politics and business but are skeptical that women will get the chance, a survey shows. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MNzxCn

Trump Picks Expert on Regulation for Federal Reserve Board

Nellie Liang, nominated on Wednesday to the Fed’s board of governors, is an economist who previously led the Fed’s division focused on monitoring financial stability. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MNPpVd

Once ‘99 Percent Against Trump,’ Dean Heller Calls Him ‘Great Leader’

The Nevada senator, the most endangered Senate Republican up for re-election in November, was unusually effusive in praising the president ahead of Mr. Trump’s rally in Las Vegas. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xxM7jx

Ian Paisley: DUP MP keeps seat after recall petition

The DUP MP keeps his seat after less than 10% of his constituents sign a petition to force a by-election. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2pok8yM

'£1bn in unpalatable county council cuts' ahead in England

Councils bosses warn some authorities may have to be stripped back to the minimum to save money. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DfbNHD

Labour calls for ban on gambling advertising

The party also proposes a levy on gambling firms and a ban on using credit cards to pay for bets. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2MOqAZc

New Attention Given to Kavanaugh’s Remarks About Drinking

Following an accusation of sexual assault, Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh’s past comments about drinking in his youth are resurfacing. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xoc7yx

From the Anonymity of Academia to the Center of a Supreme Court Confirmation

Christine Blasey Ford, a researcher and statistician, was reluctant to come forward with her allegation that Brett Kavanaugh, President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee, sexually assaulted her. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2MM4QgL

Brexit: May urges EU leaders to consider 'serious' UK plans

The PM urges EU leaders to focus their minds on getting a deal, saying talks will not be extended. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2DfuxGX

On Politics With Lisa Lerer: A Moment for Women

Taking stock of the rise of women in politics, and some context around the Kavanaugh confirmation hearings. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Ns9kOI

Debunking 5 Viral Rumors About Christine Blasey Ford, Kavanaugh’s Accuser

Dr. Blasey has been the target of widespread social media disinformation since she came forward with accusations of sexual assault against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, the Supreme Court nominee. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xrMrRv

Fewer Attacks, but a More Complex Terrorist Threat in 2017, U.S. Says

Terrorist attacks and deaths declined in 2017 after a concerted push against the Islamic State, but Al Qaeda and militant groups linked to Iran remain deadly. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NTXso9

MSPs defeat government to call for 'halt' to P1 assessments

Opposition parties inflict a defeat on the Scottish government over assessments for five-year-olds. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2PNszPn

Utah Group Files Complaint Against Mia Love Over Fund-Raising

The progressive group cites funds Ms. Love raised in the absence of a primary challenge. Her campaign called it a ‘political ploy.’ from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2OEXI7t

Understanding the times: How to Tell Us a Secret

A Times project that offers readers simple, confidential ways to securely submit tips via their phone or email has paid dividends in news gathering since Day 1. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2PPzp7b

Trump Arrives in North Carolina to See Hurricane Florence’s Devastation

Sixteen rivers in the state are in major flood stage, and critical highways remain impassable. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Dbf8r3

Trump Says Kavanaugh Accusations Are ‘Very Unfair’

The president said he wanted to hear from Christine Blasey Ford, the accuser: “If she shows up and makes a credible showing, that’ll be very interesting.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xnRySA

Poland, Making a Play for a U.S. Military Base, Offers to Call It Fort Trump

President Andrzej Duda offered to host the structure as a bulwark against Russia. President Trump said Warsaw would have to pay billions to use his name. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xBfnpk

Brecon Beacons SAS deaths: Call for MoD to face courts

The Ministry of Defence should lose its immunity from prosecution so that lessons are learned, an MP says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xmgnye

Trump Says Kavanaugh Accusations Were ‘Very Unfair’

The president said he wants to hear from Christine Blasey Ford, the accuser: “If she shows up and makes a credible showing, that’ll be very interesting.” from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xnPFW0

‘I Don’t Have an Attorney General,’ Trump Says in a New Attack on Sessions

President Trump said his disappointment with Attorney General Jeff Sessions was not limited to his recusal from the Russia investigation. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2plNo9r

News Analysis: For Red-State Democrats, Accusation Against Kavanaugh Scrambles Midterm Calculus

Three moderates had been weighing a yes vote to confirm Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, while other Democrats hoped there would be few consequences for a no vote. The sexual assault allegation has changed calculations. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xBaLjk

‘Who Has the Greater Incentive to Lie?’: Defenders of Kavanaugh and His Accuser Square Off

Readers debate the credibility of Christine Blasey Ford’s sexual assault allegations against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2D9ZjkH

‘I Don’t Have an Attorney General,’ Trump Says in a New Attack on Sessions

In an interview with the Hill newspaper, President Trump said his disappointment with Attorney General Jeff Sessions was not limited to his recusal from the Russia investigation. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2Dj3nyO

North Korea’s New Promises on Weapons Stop Short of Denuclearization

Kim Jong-un agreed to “permanently dismantle” key facilities in a bid to ease tensions with South Korea, but his offers did not meet U.S. demands. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NUlVd3

Trump Has Put the U.S. and China on the Cusp of a New Cold War

President Trump’s pugilistic approach to China could rupture relations for years to come. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2QHO4m8

Lagoons of Pig Waste Are Overflowing After Florence. Yes, That’s as Nasty as It Sounds.

At least 77 lagoons in North Carolina have either released pig waste into the environment or are at imminent risk of doing so, according to state officials. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NTdTRK

U.S. Oil Sanctions Bite Iran Without a Price Spike

Even before the start date in November, Iranian exports have dropped, in a foreign-policy success for President Trump after his withdrawal from a nuclear deal. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xw75z4

UK inflation hits six-month high

The UK inflation rate for August unexpectedly rises to 2.7%, the highest in six months. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2MNBQFo

'Wild West' Bitcoin 'should be regulated'

Digital currencies pose a "litany of risks" and investors have little protection, says an MPs' committee. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2D7NBHh

On Politics: Kavanaugh’s Accuser Wants an Investigation

Christine Blasey Ford, who has accused Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh of sexual assault, said an investigation should be a “first step” before she agrees to testify. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2DcnnU2

PM to announce £2bn for social housing

Theresa May will say that social housing residents should feel "proud" of where they live. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2xnJIst

U.S. Loses Track of Another 1,500 Migrant Children, Investigators Find

The inability to confirm the whereabouts of migrant children after they move from federal shelters raises concerns that they could be exploited by human traffickers. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2NUAL36

Brexit: Will champagne have to be called something else?

The BBC's Adam Fleming asks whether well-known brands might have to change their names after Brexit. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2Dadypy

Supreme Court Won’t Disturb Ruling Unmasking Dark Money Donors

The justices refused to stay a lower-court ruling requiring disclosure of contributions to groups that place political advertisements. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xjXjAU

Political Memo: On Kavanaugh, a Changed America Debates an Explosive Charge

The accusations against the Supreme Court nominee are being assessed under different social and cultural conventions than when the episode allegedly occurred from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2pkukbW

Books News: ‘Full Disclosure’ by Stormy Daniels Has Few Bombshells, but Is Likely to Rattle the White House

Mr. Trump’s presidency has proved to be an unexpected boon for the publishing industry, which has unleashed a barrage of juicy insider accounts. from NYT > Politics https://ift.tt/2xv4LIB

What Trump Has Said About Men Accused of Abuse