The Hill Articles: September 12, 2018

Kavanaugh explains ‘abortion-inducing drugs’ remark amid backlash Poll: Democrat McCaskill leads Republican Hawley by 3 points in Missouri Senate race Kavanaugh on going into debt for baseball tickets: ‘I’m a huge sports fan’ READ: Kavanaugh responds to Judiciary Committee questions NRA depicts children’s show characters in KKK hoods to criticize cast diversity Judge strikes down California ban on storefront handgun ads Kavanaugh: I would have shaken Parkland father’s hand if I knew who he was Pence cancels trip to Georgia after Hurricane Florence path changes Poll: Sinema narrowly leads McSally in Arizona Senate race Judge rules against DeVos rollback of Obama-era student loan regulations Trump’s school safety commission will not support age limits for gun purchases: report Flake urges GOP to break silence on Trump’s ‘destruction’ of ‘democratic norms’ Polls show tight Senate races in North Dakota and Indiana Raimondo beats back primary challenge in Rhode Island Migrant children in detention soars to highest level ever: report Sheldon Whitehouse coasts to victory in Rhode Island primary Poll: Republican Blackburn leads Democrat Bredesen by 3 points in Tennessee Senate race Overnight Defense: Pompeo certifies military aid for Saudi coalition in Yemen | Trump authorizes sanctions on election meddlers | Taliban set for new talks with US Left risks backlash in Kavanaugh fight Louisiana mayor reverses policy banning Nike over Kaepernick campaign Booker releases new round of ‘confidential’ Kavanaugh documents Hillicon Valley: Trump signs off on sanctions for election meddlers | Russian hacker pleads guilty over botnet | Reddit bans QAnon forum | FCC delays review of T-Mobile, Sprint merger | EU approves controversial copyright law Willie Nelson to headline rally for Beto O’Rourke Hoyer lays out government reform blueprint Senate approves first 2019 spending package McCain family ‘disappointed’ with GOP ‘weaponizing’ late senator’s words in attack ads Ousted ‘60 Minutes’ chief told CBS reporter: ‘There are people who’ve lost their jobs trying to harm me’ Budowsky: If Dems win control of Congress Overnight Health Care: Arkansas scraps Medicaid for thousands | Uninsured rate steady in Trump’s first year | GOP counters ObamaCare attacks with talk of Medicare Ryan blasts ‘identity politics,’ stresses importance of institutions Pussy Riot member in critical condition after possible poisoning: reports Michelle Obama’s book tour to include stadium events Police investigate suspicious package in vehicle near Union Station Senate confirms new IRS chief Big Pharma finds a new way to profit off addiction, says Hill.TV’s Krystal Ball DC archbishop will ask Pope Francis to accept his resignation: report On The Money: Broad coalition unites against Trump tariffs | Senate confirms new IRS chief | Median household income rose for third straight year in 2017 | Jamie Dimon’s brief battle with Trump GOP senator plans to introduce bill requiring candidates to release tax returns Just say no to Tax Reform 2.0 Bannon seeks to boost Republican turnout in midterms with new film Trump says he’s getting ‘tremendous accolades’ on hurricane prep Election Countdown: What to watch in final primaries | Dems launch $21M ad buy for Senate races | Senate seats most likely to flip | Trump slump worries GOP | Koch network’s new super PAC Dem says he’ll investigate Trump money laundering allegations if House flips Graham praises hurricane efforts after Trump call Future of military depends on revamping Pentagon budget Beto O’Rourke hosting private fundraiser in New York Overnight Energy: Forest Service moves to ease oil, gas extraction on its lands | Pruitt in talks to be coal industry consultant | 3 million could lose power from Hurricane Florence Trump-branded resort seeks to hire dozens more foreign workers Growth of secular youth is frightening GOP, says ex-Obama strategist Nicki Minaj endorses Cuomo for governor Limbaugh: Hurricane Florence forecasts meant to ‘heighten the belief in climate change’ Congress just failed our nation’s veterans when it comes to medical marijuana Two-thirds support teacher strikes in new poll CORRECTED: GOP lawmaker taken out of context in remarks on gay adoption Secretive Russian GRU tests Trump with brazen tactics Former Obama strategist: Partisan loyalty is the best explanation for why Trump is polling so well with his voters Dems launch $21 million digital ad buy in top Senate races Analysis: 3 million could lose power when Hurricane Florence hits Farm bill should aid in opioid crisis and criminal justice reform — not make matters worse House passes bill outlawing the eating of cats and dogs EU considers fining tech companies over extremist content Bill Kristol slams Eric Trump over ‘shekels’ comment Dem lawmaker launches PAC to fund candidates who support ‘Medicare for All’ Gingrich: Bushes view themselves as closer to Obamas, Clintons than to Trump Arkansas scraps Medicaid coverage for thousands of individuals Immigration key to Trump support from white evangelicals, says pollster Defunding aid for Palestinian refugees is not a road to peace Russian hacker pleads guilty for role in Kelihos botnet Former EPA head in talks to become coal consultant: report FiveThirtyEight: GOP has 2-in-3 chance to keep control of Senate Papadopoulos willing to testify before Congress Instagram rolls out ‘get support’ feature for users searching opioid hashtags Administration announces plan to streamline oil and gas extraction in national forests Las Vegas professor shot himself in arm to protest against Trump: report Trump fundraiser at Trump Hotel charges $100k per person Make businesses rather than taxpayers pay for employees ACLU calls for Louisiana mayor to overturn ban on Nike for recreation programs Pruitt denies receiving improper gifts as EPA chief ‘More comfortable’ for Trump to think just about his base, says Gallup chief Booker to headline South Carolina Democratic fundraiser Reddit bans QAnon subreddit Trump officials make it easier to avoid ObamaCare mandate penalty Washington turns focus to child nutrition Congress must act to protect vulnerable population from unnecessary limb loss President’s threat against DOJ attorney could have deep consequences for Justice Manafort seeks plea deal without special counsel cooperation: report US to fall short of Paris climate targets by one-third: report Poll: Scott has slight edge on Nelson in Florida Senate race Kavanagh nomination is Trump delivering on pledge to evangelicals, Gallup chief says Median household income rose for third straight year in 2017 DHS: Number of migrant families at border hit record in August West Lake Landfill: Another Pruitt decision that Wheeler should clean up DC liquor board to keep Trump hotel’s liquor license intact Dem’s bill would ‘honor’ Pruitt by increasing penalties for corruption Kerry: It’s a ‘mistake’ to discuss impeaching Trump right now Couple accused of stealing donations for homeless veteran ‘likely’ face indictment: report McDonald’s workers plan strikes in 10 cities to protest sexual harassment Poll: Voters of both parties largely support ObamaCare pre-existing condition protections Poll: Majority of Puerto Ricans give Trump negative rating on Hurricane Maria response Pence heading to Georgia ahead of Hurricane Florence FDA approves heart monitor in new Apple Watch Planned Parenthood to appoint Baltimore health official as next president Poll: John Faso dead-even in reelection bid against Democratic challenger ’60 Minutes’ chief out at CBS amid harassment allegations Serena’s loss: By the rules, or an umpire’s rigidity? Dem strategist: Trump admin response in Puerto Rico shows ‘irresponsibility across the board’ Ex-Trump business exec: Trump didn’t want braille in Trump Tower Google, Apple, Amazon execs to testify at Senate privacy hearing this month Many Americans see Trump as liberal despite his conservative record, says Hill.TV poll Tennis umpires considering boycotting Serena Williams matches: report Fed official: Trump ‘definitely’ influenced economic growth Georgia governor declares state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Florence DHS: Transferring FEMA funds to detention centers didn’t hurt hurricane relief Thank goodness Trump gets what Obama failed to grasp on economy Not just nursing homes’ problem Nearly 600 Russian troll accounts tweeted about ObamaCare: report Most ‘dark money’ spending in recent elections came from 15 groups: analysis Calif. governor blasts methane rule change as most ‘dangerous action’ by Trump Norm Macdonald: Women upset over Louis CK’s surprise set could get over it with $200 for shoes Pope Francis summons bishops to discuss sexual abuse scandal Former Obama aide backs Cynthia Nixon over Cuomo EU approves controversial copyright laws Carter warns Dems not to swing too far to the left Poll: Gillum leads DeSantis by 4 points in Florida governor race ‘The View’ host trashes Trump’s Puerto Rico comments: Government ‘allowed its own citizens to die’ Americans haven’t forgotten the financial crisis — or who caused it UN chief: World has less than 2 years to avoid ‘runaway climate change’ What America’s Thinking: September 12, 2018 Rubio praises Dolphins player who takes knee for his community service Trump authorizes sanctions against foreign governments that interfere in US elections NRCC hits Democratic congressional candidate over rap career The Hill’s 12:30 Report — Falling Trump approval worries GOP | Florence nears coast | Trump touts Puerto Rico response Infectious disease care is complex — Medicare reimbursement rules should reflect that Outdated global postal system hurts US manufacturers Interior law enforcement officers seize 17 pounds of heroin on reservation Norm Macdonald details cancellation of ‘Tonight Show’ appearance after MeToo comments Scalise: Democrats need to denounce political violence Eric Trump: Woodward earned ‘three extra shekels’ with CNN appearance Erik Prince downplays Seychelles meeting as ‘much ado about nothing’ Learning to improve resiliency against cyberattacks GOP senators condemn ‘vulgar’ messages directed at Collins over Kavanaugh Stormy Daniels announces new tell-all book: ‘Full Disclosure’ EU legislators vote to impose disciplinary action on Hungary Ellen presents LeBron with $100,000 check for Ohio school Clinton knocks Kavanaugh for ‘abortion-inducing drugs’ remark FCC delays review of T-Mobile–Sprint merger Ken Starr: President can be indicted, but not under current DOJ policy Top Obama trade official: Trump must protect free flow of goods in NAFTA talks Poll: Democrats lead Republicans by 2 points on generic House ballot Ending Yemen’s war without perpetuating a ‘southern Hezbollah’ Census: Uninsured rate held steady in 2017, with 28.5M lacking coverage House panel to vote on parks funding bill Kaepernick to be inducted into his high school’s hall of fame After SD v. Wayfair, Congress should not pick winners or losers in retail business models Bipartisan group of senators urge State to employ basic cybersecurity measures Jamie Dimon says he could beat Trump: ‘I’m smarter than he is’ Michigan thinks ‘outside the box’ when it comes to crime and work Investigators looking at suspicious money transfers after Trump Tower meeting, election: report Poll: Majority of Michigan voters support legalizing marijuana Sanders slams Trump for touting Puerto Rico response: ‘What a disgrace’ ‘Black-ish’ creator opens up about ABC not airing anti-Trump episode Erik Prince touts cost and combat capability in Afghanistan plan Putin: Russia knows real identities of suspects in UK poisoning case Jeffrey Toobin: Trump wouldn’t call hurricane relief a ‘success’ if 3,000 white people died McCarthy: Google ‘controlling the internet’ in a way that hurts conservatives New children’s book to Congress: ‘You Have to F—ing Lead’ Taliban set for new talks with US The new war profiteers FDA cracks down on e-cigarette retailers selling to minors Poll: More Americans favor Mueller’s handling of Russia probe than Trump’s Poll: McSally takes lead over Sinema in Arizona Senate race Arizona voters like Kyl but few think he’ll stick around Republican office in Wyoming catches fire: report Blue-state Republicans say they will vote against ‘tax cuts 2.0’ if it extends SALT cap Donald Trump may stun America with shocking November surprise Bipartisan pair offers advice on ‘Climbing the Hill’ Top Australian politicians rips 9-year-old for not standing during national anthem Planned Parenthood launches six-figure ad buy against Collins on Kavanaugh Five reasons not to underestimate Hurricane Florence DC archbishop to discuss possible resignation with pope: report Liquor board to consider whether Trump has ‘good character’ needed to sell alcohol at DC hotel Dem on Puerto Rico and Trump: ‘God only knows’ what he’d consider a failure ‘Tonight Show’ cancels Norm Macdonald appearance after #MeToo comments Police investigating viral video of white man pulling gun to prevent black students entering housing complex California is trying to choose justice over wealth, but it’s not there yet Study: Overwhelming majority of House aides are white NOAA division director warns of ‘serious situation’ ahead of Hurricane Florence Trump Jr. says he’s not worried about going to jail due to Mueller probe National identity crisis makes the US more like the Middle East Pompeo allows US military aid to Saudi coalition in Yemen to continue Ellen DeGeneres donates $25K to scholarship fund for gay high school valedictorian kicked out by his parents White House intrigue is not a ‘deep state’ conspiracy Poll: More voters trust media to tell the truth than Trump Poll: Dems up double-digits on GOP in generic House ballot Broad coalition unites against Trump tariffs Manafort talking plea deal with prosecutors: report Opinion: Whistleblower speaks out on intelligence community’s anti-Trump abuses Poll: Majority says Trump administration running chaotically The next generation of wireless innovation Cyclist fired for flipping off Trump motorcade running for local office Secret Service looking into ‘Where is John Wilkes Booth’ comment by Broadway actress Woodward to Scarborough on Trump’s mental fitness: ‘I don’t dig into that’ DC police investigate threat at Trump hotel Did Congress just settle for less than best plan to reform housing finance? MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell blasts Trump over ‘lie’ about 9/11 Rising: September 12, 2018 Trump: Hurricane Florence looking ‘bigger than anticipated’ FEMA confirms millions of water bottles for hurricane relief were left at Puerto Rico airport US military intervention in Venezuela would be a major mistake Trump attacks San Juan mayor over Puerto Rico hurricane relief Poll: Dems lead GOP by 14 points on generic House ballot Abortion rights group targets Heller on Kavanaugh vote Chuck Grassley is the point man in our judiciary remake Kathy Griffin: My political support is ‘not helpful’ to candidates Former NSA chief refutes report claiming Trump asked him to publicly deny Russia collusion The Hill’s Morning Report — Sponsored by Better Medicare Alliance — McConnell warns of GOP `knife fight’ to keep Senate control Women wield sizable power in ‘Me Too’ midterms Biz groups fracture after Dodd-Frank rollback Trump slump fuels GOP fears GOP uses Sanders’s Medicare plan in attacks on Democrats Congress losing faith in Nobel Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi Businesses urge Trump admin. against Postal Service rate hikes GOP warns crime, immigration will spike if Dems win