David Welna
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Politics
Special Coverage: Trump On Border Wall Funding
In remarks from the Rose Garden, President Trump on Friday declares a national emergency to secure funding for his long-promised southern border wall.
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Politics
News Brief: Trump To Declare National Emergency For Border Wall
President Trump says he will sign a border funding compromise to avert a shutdown, but will also declare a national emergency in order to build a border wall. Also, Amazon cancels plans for New York.
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National
Where Funding For Trump's Border Wall Might Come From
President Trump is expected to declare a national emergency to get additional border security funding. There are a few different areas where that money might come from.
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National
How Trump Might Get Additional Funding For A Border Wall
The White House is examining ways to pay for construction of a border wall that not require a vote of Congress. Budget veterans believe there is a way to do it.
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National
Federal Panel Considering Recommendations For Mandatory National Service
A commission studying national service says there's a compelling case to be made for mandatory national service, not necessarily military, for young Americans. Final recommendations are a year away.
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Politics
As Shutdown Continues, Many Unpaid Federal Workers Are Frustrated And Angry
Federal workers are growing increasingly frustrated with the shutdown and political mess in Washington. Some have found other jobs temporarily.
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Politics
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis Tells Department To Defend The Constitution In Farewell
On his final day, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis sent a farewell letter to the Defense Department's troops and civilians. He expressed confidence the department's workforce will remain "undistracted."
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Trump Picks Patrick Shanahan To Be Acting Secretary Of Defense
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis' replacement will take over two months earlier than planned. President Trump says Deputy Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan will be acting Pentagon chief starting Jan. 1.
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National Security
Trump Tweets That Mattis Will Retire In February, Pentagon Confirms
President Trump tweeted on Thursday that Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis will retire "with distinction" at the end of February.
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National
Mexico Offers Migrants Jobs In Tijuana
The Mexican government, faced with thousands of destitute migrants on their side of the U.S.-Mexico border, is inviting them to apply for jobs in Tijuana.