AUGUSTA — Rep. Chellie Pingree is pushing for the federal government to speed up the approval of leases at veterans’ health care facilities in Portland and around the country. Pingree, a Democrat, says leases at veterans’ facilities in Portland and 17 other sites in the U.S. need Congressional approval. The Portland lease is necessary to […]
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Donald Trump hedges on defending NATO countries against Russia
WASHINGTON — Republican nominee Donald Trump hinted at a new world order if he becomes president, saying the United States, under his leadership, might not come to the defense of some NATO members if Russia were to attack them. Trump said he would decide whether to protect the Baltic republics against Russian aggression based on […]
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Mike Pence focuses on biography in GOP convention speech
CLEVELAND — Indiana Gov. Mike Pence looked on from the ground below as Donald Trump’s helicopter circled dramatically over Cleveland on Wednesday afternoon, waiting for the GOP presidential nominee’s official arrival at the Republican National Convention. When the chopper landed – the theme of “Air Force One” blaring on loudspeakers – the Indiana governor led […]
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Is Hillary Rodham Clinton looking at Sen. Cory Booker for VP pick?
Sen. Timothy M. Kaine of Virginia and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack remain two of the leading contenders for Hillary Clinton’s vice presidential pick, but Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey is also under active consideration for her ticket, according to a Democrat with knowledge of the process. Booker, a freshman senator and former mayor of […]
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Ted Cruz booed as he refuses to endorse Donald Trump at RNC
CLEVELAND (AP) — Texas Sen. Ted Cruz tried to link arms with Republicans at the party’s national convention on Wednesday, but was booed lustily by delegates when he ended his speech without offering Donald Trump his endorsement — or even saying he would vote for the New York billionaire. As he appeared on stage, Cruz […]
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Secret Service investigates Trump supporter
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Latest on the Republican National Convention (all times EDT): Update 4:35 p.m.: The Secret Service is investigating a prominent Donald Trump supporter who said Hillary Clinton should be “shot for treason.” Secret Service spokesman Robert Hoback says the agency is aware of comments made by New Hampshire state Rep. Al Baldasaro. […]
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LePage staff violated no-text policy to plan closed meeting
AUGUSTA — Gov. Paul LePage’s staff violated policy by texting about a blue ribbon commission meeting at the Blaine House. The administration later changed the no-text policy. Maine Public Broadcasting Network reports that LePage’s policy prohibiting state employees from using electronic messaging to conduct government business was updated after officials used text messages to communicate […]
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Maine ethics panel fines state Rep. Diana Russell $500
AUGUSTA — The Maine ethics commission levied a $500 fine Wednesday against state Rep. Diana Russell after finding the Portland Democrat should have reported an email list she used for fundraising as an in-kind contribution in her unsuccessful primary campaign for a state Senate seat. The Commission on Governmental Ethics and Election Practices agreed with Russell […]
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Melania Trump’s speechwriter apologizes, offers to resign
CLEVELAND — A speechwriter for Donald Trump’s company said Wednesday she made a mistake and apologized for using passages from a 2008 Michelle Obama speech in the Republican party convention speech delivered by Melania Trump. In a statement issued by the campaign, Meredith McIver took the blame but made it clear that Mrs. Trump knew […]
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Fact checking the Republican National Convention
Hillary Rodham Clinton was often attacked, sometimes unfairly or out of context, on the second night of the republican National Convention. Here’s a roundup of some of the most noteworthy claims that were made. “You viciously attacked the character of the women who were abused at the hands of your husband.” This line echoes an […]