The Hill Articles: September 11, 2018

Bernie Sanders’s son falls short in New Hampshire primary Dem senator releases documents appearing to show DHS diverted $10M from FEMA to ICE Rapper T.I. on Cynthia Nixon: I have no idea who she is but she has my vote Former NSA chief breaks with other ex-intel officials over Brennan letter US, Canada still have work to do on NAFTA Collins staffers say they’re getting ‘vulgar’ calls over Kavanaugh Puerto Rico governor issues scathing statement after Trump touts response to hurricane Chris Pappas wins Democratic House primary in New Hampshire Beto O’Rourke’s mom hits the campaign trail in Texas Senate race Number of women governor nominees hits new high after New Hampshire primary Amy Schumer flips to back Cuomo in NY governor’s race George W. Bush to hit fundraising circuit for GOP candidates Hoyer demands Trump apologize for calling Puerto Rico response a ‘success’ GOP spends big on ads to defend Senate majority Overnight Defense: Trump marks 9/11 anniversary | Mattis says Assad ‘has been warned’ on chemical weapons | US identifies first remains of returned Korean war troops Mellman: When attack ads cross the line A hard look at America after 9/11 Webb: Protecting Americans at home and abroad  On The Money: House, Senate to huddle on spending bills | Canada sounds optimistic note on NAFTA talks | Federal deficit soars to $895B | Job openings hit record high Our nation’s fight against trafficking needs to intensify Federal court rules Koch-linked group must disclose donors to California Hillicon Valley: Sanders finds perfect target in Amazon | Cyberattacks are new fear 17 years after 9/11 | Firm outs alleged British Airways hackers | Trump to target election interference with sanctions | Apple creating portal for police data requests FEMA has approved 3 percent of requests for Puerto Rico funeral aid Overnight Health Care: CBO finds bill delaying parts of ObamaCare costs $50B | Drug CEO defends 400 percent price hike | HHS declares health emergency ahead of hurricane Durbin accuses Kavanaugh of misleading senators in 2006 hearing Sanders finds prime target in Amazon Conservatives who don’t own guns still support gun rights, says pollster Pollster: Not all young firearm owners oppose stricter gun laws Trump inclined to pick Emmet Flood for White House counsel: report Federal judge rules cryptocurrencies can be considered securities New York tax investigators to discuss Trump Organization probe with Cohen’s attorney: report GOP House candidate once called Obama a secret Muslim who sympathizes with terrorists: report Oscar De La Hoya ‘very seriously’ considering 2020 run for president GOP, Dems see government as being in ‘crisis,’ says Gallup chief Overnight Energy: EPA moves to roll back methane rule | FEMA preps for ‘dangerous’ Hurricane Florence | Trump calls Puerto Rico hurricane response a ‘success’ | Zinke wants to defer to states on wildlife rules Authorities: California man arrested after trying to stab GOP House candidate Graham: Obama, not Trump, politicized DOJ and FBI Puerto Rico governor vows to support pro-statehood candidates in 2018 How to name a Senate space for John McCain House Republican pushes medical examinations for Supreme Court justices Experts brief Pentagon on ‘neuroweapons’ after Cuban embassy attacks: report Democrats going to court this week over Kavanaugh documents Trump to order sanctions on foreign companies that meddle in US elections: report Steel workers union leaders demand pay increase as profits rise after tariffs Tomi Lahren cites unity after 9/11 to slam NFL players who kneel during anthem Schumer blasts Trump’s ‘offensive,’ ‘blatantly false’ Puerto Rico remark Ken Starr: I have confidence in Mueller, concerns about those around him White House warns Iran over attacks on US diplomatic missions in Iraq Castro says Dems will restart Russia probe if they win back the House Don’t fear Amazon’s profits, fear its monopolistic nature Mattis to visit Macedonia as it considers NATO invite Woodward says ‘key’ Trump official told him book is ‘1,000 percent correct’ FEMA prepares for ‘dangerous storm’ Florence White House allies step up attacks on Woodward book San Juan mayor slams Trump for touting Puerto Rico hurricane response as a success General who oversaw Katrina response: I won’t bet money we’re prepared for Hurricane Florence House Dems blast GOP for FBI, DOJ ‘conspiracy theories’ aimed to protect Trump More people watched Serena Williams than men’s final at US open Gallup chief: Americans have ‘dismissed’ idea that Trump acted illegally with Russia Trump: Hurricane will be ‘tremendously big and tremendously wet’ Hillary Clinton honors victims of 9/11: May their bravery ‘light our path forward’ CBO: House GOP bill delaying key parts of ObamaCare will cost over $50 billion International Criminal Court plays important role in global rule of law Trump calls hurricane response in Puerto Rico ‘incredible, unsung success’ Budget hawk warns ‘Tax Cuts 2.0.’ would balloon debt Sanders: We must fight ‘corruption’ and ‘authoritarianism’ that give rise to terrorism Australian paper defends Serena Williams cartoon: ‘Welcome to PC World’ White House aides tried to get Trump to fact-check his tweets: Woodward book Canada sounds optimistic tone on NAFTA talks Senate rankings: 10 seats most likely to flip Kaepernick’s ‘I’m with Kap’ jerseys sell out in less than a day McConnell predicts Senate vote on Kavanaugh in last week of September Arizona investigating Google’s location tracking: report Poll: Nevada Senate, gubernatorial races in dead heat Updated Glass-Steagall would make banks put people before profits Temporary tent city for migrant children to stay open through end of year Gawker to relaunch next year 17 years after 9/11, terror attack is top concern for Americans, says Hill.TV poll Trump declares state of emergency in Virginia ahead of Hurricane Florence Mattis on Assad using chemical weapons: ‘He’s been warned’ NRA backs Manchin challenger Morrisey in W.Va. Senate race 3 challenges facing addiction treatment centers fighting the opioid crisis ‘The View’ grills Papadopoulos over Trump campaign work: ‘Did they set you up?’ GOP lawmaker accuses black students of supporting ‘George Wallace’s segregation’ Drug company CEO calls 400 percent price hike ‘moral requirement’ Ann Coulter defends Sessions, tells Trump to direct ‘venom’ elsewhere Vatican official: Sex abuse scandal is the church’s ‘own 9/11’ Alabama pastor cuts up Nike gear during sermon House and Senate negotiators reach agreement on water infrastructure bill The Ruth Bader Ginsburg 2018 midterm elections: #Vote4RUTH The stakes are sky-high for the pro-life cause in the upcoming midterms Scarborough takes heat for 9/11 op-ed saying Trump bigger threat than terrorism Crowdfunding campaign pushing for Collins to vote against Kavanaugh passes $1M Kerry: Trump administration ‘pursuing a policy of regime change’ in Iran Poll: Americans divided over Kavanaugh confirmation Hill.TV poll: 42 percent think not enough done to prevent another 9/11 Enough with ‘judicial modesty’ House and Senate plan conference meet for two ‘minibus’ spending bills Christie accuses Bannon of being Woodward’s co-author Trump’s plan to help eliminate the federal debt was to print money: Woodward book GOP chairwoman accuses Scarborough of using 9/11 to ‘score political points’ Trump called Egyptian president ‘a f—ing killer’: Woodward book Former White House aide Rob Porter hits Woodward book as ‘selective,’ ‘misleading’ Blue-state Republicans fret over ‘Tax Reform 2.0’ — rightly so Job openings hit record high 6.94 million Court says protesters can’t sue Trump over claims of inciting violence Despite crusade against school choice, most Americans are still in favor What America’s Thinking: September 11, 2018 Conservative writer: US is ‘woefully unprepared’ for cyberattacks Trump says administration is ‘absolutely and totally prepared’ for Hurricane Florence Cohn: Woodward book inaccurately portrays ‘my experience at the White House’ Poll: Fewer than half of Americans say a candidate should have strong religious beliefs San Juan mayor: Puerto Ricans won’t forget images of Trump throwing paper towels to hurricane survivors The Hill’s 12:30 Report — East coast braces for Florence | Trump, Pence mark 9/11 anniversary Locking up more immigrant kids for longer is both inhumane and unnecessary McConnell: Election will be ‘very challenging’ for Senate Republicans Rep. Castro: Hispanic community wants ‘infrastructure of opportunity’ to exist for all Americans Elizabeth Warren’s Accountable Capitalism Act isn’t radical – it’s a return to the roots of American economic prosperity Trump Jr. tears into Scarborough over 9/11 op-ed: You owe 3,000 plus families an apology FEMA official: Hurricane Florence will cause ‘massive damage,’ including potential loss of life McConnell-linked group targets Democrats in five red states Kavanaugh record hints at judicial activism in American election law Trump cancels visit to Ireland 9/11 aftermath diseases could kill more than the attacks, says compensation counsel Fox Business correspondent rips Trump for his ‘utter bull s—‘ after Trump made false GDP claim Trump praises ‘brave patriots’ of Flight 93 during 9/11 anniversary ceremony DC mayor declares state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Florence Nike’s stocks fully recover after Kaepernick ad Jim Sciutto named co-anchor of CNN mid-morning news program GOP destroyed oversight — Dems obligated to clean up mess if elected New Trump rule would weaken Obama methane pollution standards Norm Macdonald: There’s ‘no forgiveness’ in #MeToo Apple to create portal for law enforcement data requests CMS should reconsider and withdraw the potentially harmful step therapy guidance Bipartisan crowd celebrates launch of new insider’s guide to DC Woodward book: Graham suggested Trump ask China to assassinate Kim Jong Un GOP says House votes will take place despite Hurricane Florence Georgia school brings back paddling to discipline students Zinke looks to ease some wildlife rules Despite Democratic hopes, the 25th Amendment doesn’t permit Trump’s removal Purpose of Stop BEZOS Act is not to demonize Amazon, says Dem rep Collins calls crowdfunding to get her to oppose Kavanaugh a ‘bribe’ The lie detector test Vice President Pence should take Trump wanted to raise top income tax bracket: Woodward book Federal deficit soars 32 percent to $895B Watergate attorney says Trump will ‘undoubtedly be impeached’ Eric Holder blasts Trump for Twitter attack on 9/11 How the free market could fix the emissions crisis Booker on Kavanaugh documents fight: ‘Bring it’ Congress must act to continue attracting international travelers to America Louisiana mayor defends decision to ban Nike after Kaepernick campaign ‘Raise the wage’ advocates have reason for optimism Obama honors victims of 9/11: There’s ‘nothing’ our resilience can’t overcome Colbert: ‘I’m not surprised’ Les Moonves exited CBS South Korean president: North, US must ‘pull back their deep-rooted mutual distrust’ Still a target, still at war — but still stronger than our foes Iranian official: Trump’s withdrawal from nuclear deal puts him on ‘loser’s side’ Immigration judges hit back at Sessions for suggesting they show too much sympathy Trump cancels Missouri rally as Hurricane Florence approaches US identifies first troops from returned North Korea remains Former 9/11 Commission leaders warn terrorists could strike again Flight 93 passengers represent all of us, says victim’s brother Washington Post fact-checker gives Harris four Pinocchios Opposition to the president is not treason Kimmel: Trump has closer relationship with Kim Jong Un than Melania Woodward book: Pence tries to stay out of Trump’s way China to request WTO permission for sanctions against US in trade war Watch live: Trump attends Flight 93 September 11 memorial service FBI director: ‘Today’s terrorism threat is everywhere’ A decade after the financial crisis, mortgage market still needs fixes More than 1.5 million ordered to evacuate as Florence barrels down on Carolina coast Pat Robertson asks followers to help cast ‘shield of protection’ ahead of hurricane Trump blasts FBI, DOJ over Strzok-Page ‘Media Leak Strategy’ Russia suspected in mysterious attacks on US diplomats in Cuba and China: report Why the US remains mired in Syria’s mayhem Trump Jr.: Justice Department should investigate author of anonymous op-ed Japan proposes end to ban on commercial whaling As we look back at 9/11, let’s recapture the spirit of uniting to protect America White men now the minority in pool of House Democratic candidates: analysis California Dem PAC hits Rohrabacher with Russia parody ads Kavanaugh an excellent fit to continue the Supreme Court’s honored tradition Rising: September 11, 2018 Trump tweets about 9/11, Russia investigation as he heads to Flight 93 memorial event Verizon’s California data throttling offers ethical lessons for companies Woodward: Lawyer told Trump he’s ‘disabled’ and ‘can’t tell the truth’ Trump Jr. laments small number of White House aides president can trust Scarborough 9/11 op-ed: Trump more of a threat to US ‘than any foreign adversary’ Nice idea, but 25th Amendment is no fix for a dysfunctional presidency The Hill’s Morning Report — Sponsored by Better Medicare Alliance — Hurricane Florence a new test for Trump team Redistricting reformers turn to ballot initiatives Eight weeks out: Dems see narrow path to Senate majority Cyberattacks are a constant fear 17 years after 9/11 Trump to mark anniversary of September 11 attacks Security firm blames hacking group for British Airways cyberattack