If there was any doubt about Donald Trump’s stance on the District of Columbia, the platform adopted at the GOP convention in Milwaukee this week made it clear: “Republicans will reassert greater Federal Control over Washington, DC to restore Law and Order in our Capital City, and ensure Federal Buildings and Monuments are well-maintained.”
What’s perhaps noteworthy is the Republican Party’s explicit assertion. During his presidency, Trump went out of his way to express his dislike for both the city and its elected leaders, especially Mayor Muriel E. Read More...
Sampras Gets Difficult Draw at U.S. Open By Bob Greene
Associated Press
Wednesday, August 26, 1998; 1:19 p.m. EDT
NEW YORK Pete Sampras was drawn today to face Andre Agassi in the quarterfinals of the U. Read More...
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan has elected as its president Lai Ching-te, once a scrappy advocate for Taiwanese independence, now a key proponent of the Democratic Progressive Party’s efforts to maintain peace with Beijing while repelling its aggression.
During the closely fought race, Lai promised to work closely with the United States to boost Taiwan’s defenses at a time when trust between Beijing, Taipei and Washington has frayed and when escalating Chinese military harassment is threatening to tumble into outright conflict. Read More...