President Trump

Donald Trump bought Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla., in 1985. The price of club memberships recently doubled to $200,000.

Mar-A-Lago Offers Trump And Abe A Spectacular Place To Get Acquainted

6:35pm February 10, 2017

by Greg Allen

Donald Trump is entertaining the Japanese prime minister at his Palm Beach estate, Mar-a-Lago. But it's also an exclusive private club. A look at Mar-a-Lago's history and its appeal to members.

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Questions have loomed over National Security Adviser Michael Flynn's contact with a Russian diplomat in late December — and the explanation provided by the White House has changed over time.

Trump's National Security Adviser Reportedly Discussed Sanctions With Russia

3:50pm February 10, 2017

by Bill Chappell

Questions rise again about National Security Adviser Michael Flynn's contacts with Russia's ambassador to the U.S. — and whether he did anything improper.

President Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe hold a joint news conference in the East Room of the White House on Friday.

In Joint Conference, Trump And Abe Laud Alliance As 'Cornerstone Of Peace'

3:32pm February 10, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

The U.S. president and Japanese prime minister used their news conference to celebrate the allies' bilateral cooperation. The joint address marked an intermission in their multiday diplomatic talks.

President Trump is embroiled in a defense of a Jan. 29 Yemen raid he ordered. He and his White House have described it as a success, but Sen. John McCain called it a "failure."

FACT CHECK: Trump's Yemen Raid — 'Winning Mission' Or 'Failure'? It's Not So Simple

6:00am February 10, 2017

President Trump tweeted criticism of Sen. John McCain, who called the Yemen raid a "failure." Trump said McCain "doesn't know how to win anymore" and called it a "winning mission." But is that true?

President Donald Trump, sits between Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-N.D., and Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., during a bipartisan meeting at the White House.

Politics & Government

Will Senate Democrats Work With Trump? The 10 Senators To Watch

7:40pm February 09, 2017

by Susan Davis

The president invited a bipartisan group of senators to the White House on Thursday to build support for his Supreme Court nominee, Neil Gorsuch.

Wind Farm On NC Coast Operational Despite Opposition

4:37pm February 09, 2017

by Eddie Garcia and Associated Press

North Carolina's coast is now home to a fully operational wind farm. Power generated from the turbines is currently being produced, despite opposition from some Republican leaders.

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President Trump arrives back at the White House on Monday after spending the weekend in Florida. The president has struggled to get his Cabinet appointees through the Senate in part because Senate Democrats have continued to delay the process.

Despite Recent Additions, Trump Cabinet Still Emptier Than Predecessors'

2:20pm February 09, 2017

by Tamara Keith

The Senate confirmation process for President Trump's Cabinet picks has been unusually slow. Trump blames Democrats; Democrats say they are pushing back against "unqualified" nominees.

In an interview with NPR, Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly again took the blame for the rocky rollout of the travel ban and for failing to notify congressional leaders of the policy's implementation.

Homeland Security Secretary: Travel Vetting Could Include Passwords, Tweets

9:07am February 09, 2017

by Brian Naylor

John Kelly tells NPR that screening needs to improve. He also says President Trump's travel ban is not based on religion, and one of the great strengths of the U.S. is diversity of religious views.

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President Trump says it would be great for the justice system if courts would "do what's right."

Trump Calls On Court To 'Do What's Right' And Uphold His Travel Ban

1:09pm February 08, 2017

by Brian Naylor

Speaking to a gathering of sheriffs and police chiefs, President Trump said "a bad high school student" would understand the legality of his executive order, which is the subject of multiple lawsuits.

President Trump arrives to watch the Super Bowl at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Fla., on Sunday.

Trump's Role As President May Be Boosting His Brand's Reputation

9:18am February 08, 2017

by Jim Zarroli

President Trump has one type of approval rating — the one that voters gave him. But as a businessman, he also has a brand reputation. It has been rising as his presidency brings more attention to it.

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