Stay Updated on Developing StoriesView in AppBy Maegan Vazquez, CNNWashington(CNN) removed two Tennessee Valley Authority board members from their positions and called for the board to replace their organization's CEO on Monday, part of a disciplinary action against the federally owned corporation for opting to hire foreign labor.Trump said in the Cabinet Room that he was removing TVA board chairman James "Skip" Thompson -- who the President to the TVA board in 2017 -- and another board member, Richard Howorth, from their positions. He also called for TVA CEO Jeff Lyash, considered to be,...…Stay Updated on Developing StoriesView in AppBy Maegan Vazquez, CNNWashington(CNN) removed two Tennessee Valley Authority board members from their positions and called for the board to replace their organization's CEO on Monday, part of a disciplinary action against the federally owned corporation for opting to hire foreign labor.Trump said in the Cabinet Room that he was removing TVA board chairman James "Skip" Thompson -- who the President to the TVA board in 2017 -- and another board member, Richard Howorth, from their positions. He also called for TVA CEO Jeff Lyash, considered to be,...WW…

Stay Updated on Developing StoriesView in AppBy Maegan Vazquez, CNNWashington(CNN) repeated racist talking points in downplaying police violence against Black Americans claiming that "more White people" are dying at the hands of law enforcement than Black people.When asked by CBS News' Catherine Herridge why African Americans are still dying at the hands of law enforcement in the United States, Trump told the interviewer she had asked a "terrible question.""And so are White people. So are White people. What a terrible question to ask. So are White people. More White people, by the way. More...…Stay Updated on Developing StoriesView in AppBy Maegan Vazquez, CNNWashington(CNN) repeated racist talking points in downplaying police violence against Black Americans claiming that "more White people" are dying at the hands of law enforcement than Black people.When asked by CBS News' Catherine Herridge why African Americans are still dying at the hands of law enforcement in the United States, Trump told the interviewer she had asked a "terrible question.""And so are White people. So are White people. What a terrible question to ask. So are White people. More White people, by the way. More...WW…

Washington (CNN)President Donald Trump delivered another litany of false and misleading claims on Monday during which he repeatedly accused the media of dishonesty.Trump delivered an indignant screed about claims that he was slow in responding to the coronavirus outbreak, repeatedly citing the travel restrictions on China he announced in late January and began in early February. Yet his defense did not address his public of the virus into March, how his administration was experts believe might have helped contain the outbreak, or how the administration waited critical weeks to make large...…Washington (CNN)President Donald Trump delivered another litany of false and misleading claims on Monday during which he repeatedly accused the media of dishonesty.Trump delivered an indignant screed about claims that he was slow in responding to the coronavirus outbreak, repeatedly citing the travel restrictions on China he announced in late January and began in early February. Yet his defense did not address his public of the virus into March, how his administration was experts believe might have helped contain the outbreak, or how the administration waited critical weeks to make large...WW…

By , and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — President Joe Biden announced on Tuesday that for states to make all American adults eligible for by almost two weeks, but said Americans must remain on a “war footing” to beat the virus.With all states having opened eligibility to the public or at least having announced when they plan to do so, Biden announced that every adult in the country will be eligible to be vaccinated by April 19, instead of his original deadline of May 1.Speaking at the White House after visiting a vaccination center in Alexandria, Virginia, Biden said that 150...…By , and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — President Joe Biden announced on Tuesday that for states to make all American adults eligible for by almost two weeks, but said Americans must remain on a “war footing” to beat the virus.With all states having opened eligibility to the public or at least having announced when they plan to do so, Biden announced that every adult in the country will be eligible to be vaccinated by April 19, instead of his original deadline of May 1.Speaking at the White House after visiting a vaccination center in Alexandria, Virginia, Biden said that 150...WW…

By , and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — Gene Sperling, a former top economic official in the last two Democratic presidential administrations, will serve as the coordinator overseeing the implementation of the newly signed , formally announced on Monday.“Today, I’m pleased to announce and introduce another gifted manager to coordinate our implementation of the American Rescue Plan, Gene Sperling. Gene will be on the phone with mayors, governors, red states, blue states – a source of constant communication, a source of guidance and support, and above all, a source of accountability...…By , and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — Gene Sperling, a former top economic official in the last two Democratic presidential administrations, will serve as the coordinator overseeing the implementation of the newly signed , formally announced on Monday.“Today, I’m pleased to announce and introduce another gifted manager to coordinate our implementation of the American Rescue Plan, Gene Sperling. Gene will be on the phone with mayors, governors, red states, blue states – a source of constant communication, a source of guidance and support, and above all, a source of accountability...WW…

(CNN)President Donald Trump acknowledged for the first time on Sunday that Joe Biden won the presidential election, but the President refused to concede and blamed his loss on a string of conspiracy theories. Most news networks declared Biden the victor more than a week ago. Since the call was made, Biden has and gotten his transition team up and running. But Trump, who had questioned the validity of the election before votes had even been cast, is continuing to dig in his heels on unsupported over vote counts in several states and asserting that the fight has only begun. "He won because...…(CNN)President Donald Trump acknowledged for the first time on Sunday that Joe Biden won the presidential election, but the President refused to concede and blamed his loss on a string of conspiracy theories. Most news networks declared Biden the victor more than a week ago. Since the call was made, Biden has and gotten his transition team up and running. But Trump, who had questioned the validity of the election before votes had even been cast, is continuing to dig in his heels on unsupported over vote counts in several states and asserting that the fight has only begun. "He won because...WW…

(CNN)Robert Trump, 71, the younger brother of , died Saturday at a New York hospital, Donald Trump announced in a statement."It is with heavy heart I share that my wonderful brother, Robert, peacefully passed away tonight. He was not just my brother, he was my best friend. He will be greatly missed, but we will meet again. His memory will live on in my heart forever. Robert, I love you. Rest in peace," the President said.Donald Trump is expected to attend his brother's funeral. However no details were immediately available on plans. Additionally, a source familiar said the President...…(CNN)Robert Trump, 71, the younger brother of , died Saturday at a New York hospital, Donald Trump announced in a statement."It is with heavy heart I share that my wonderful brother, Robert, peacefully passed away tonight. He was not just my brother, he was my best friend. He will be greatly missed, but we will meet again. His memory will live on in my heart forever. Robert, I love you. Rest in peace," the President said.Donald Trump is expected to attend his brother's funeral. However no details were immediately available on plans. Additionally, a source familiar said the President...WW…

By , , and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — President Donald Trump on Tuesday that would exclude undocumented immigrants from being counted in congressional districts when district lines are redrawn next year.The memorandum marks the Trump administration’s latest effort to change the way US populations are counted and advance the President’s immigration agenda. And like previous efforts, the issue will end up in court.“I have accordingly determined that respect for the law and protection of the integrity of the democratic process warrant the exclusion of illegal aliens from the...…By , , and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — President Donald Trump on Tuesday that would exclude undocumented immigrants from being counted in congressional districts when district lines are redrawn next year.The memorandum marks the Trump administration’s latest effort to change the way US populations are counted and advance the President’s immigration agenda. And like previous efforts, the issue will end up in court.“I have accordingly determined that respect for the law and protection of the integrity of the democratic process warrant the exclusion of illegal aliens from the...WW…

By and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — The US has more than 9 million doses of ready to be administered now that federal health agencies have signed off on resuming use, CNN has learned.President Joe Biden’s coronavirus adviser Jeff Zients told CNN earlier Friday that more than 9 million doses had already been distributed to states, tribes, territories and federal channels and were ready to go once the panel recommended lifting the pause.On Friday afternoon the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices – a panel that weighed...…By and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — The US has more than 9 million doses of ready to be administered now that federal health agencies have signed off on resuming use, CNN has learned.President Joe Biden’s coronavirus adviser Jeff Zients told CNN earlier Friday that more than 9 million doses had already been distributed to states, tribes, territories and federal channels and were ready to go once the panel recommended lifting the pause.On Friday afternoon the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices – a panel that weighed...WW…

By , and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — but still seemed to struggle to answer what he would do with a potential second term in an interview that aired Wednesday evening.The President said he hadn’t heard the criticism of his answer the last time he was asked the question, by Fox News’ Sean Hannity, but said there was still “more to do” in his next term, again without naming any concrete policy goals.“We’re going to make America great again. We’re doing things that nobody could have done,” the President before listing achievements from his first term.At one point, Trump said,...…By , and , CNNLink Copied!Ad Feedback — but still seemed to struggle to answer what he would do with a potential second term in an interview that aired Wednesday evening.The President said he hadn’t heard the criticism of his answer the last time he was asked the question, by Fox News’ Sean Hannity, but said there was still “more to do” in his next term, again without naming any concrete policy goals.“We’re going to make America great again. We’re doing things that nobody could have done,” the President before listing achievements from his first term.At one point, Trump said,...WW…