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Trump Administration Archive

Archives for June 2019

Explainers
Elaine Chao and Mitch McConnell’s potential conflict of interest, explainedElaine Chao and Mitch McConnell’s potential conflict of interest, explained
Explainers

Chao oversaw grant money that could benefit her husband politically. Is it an ethics violation?

By Li Zhou
Politics
What the House’s planned contempt vote against Barr actually means, explainedWhat the House’s planned contempt vote against Barr actually means, explained
Politics

Democrats delayed suing for the full Mueller report, but the contempt of Congress vote against Barr is still on.

By Ella Nilsen
Politics
Trump’s tariffs on Mexico mark the latest breaking point for Senate RepublicansTrump’s tariffs on Mexico mark the latest breaking point for Senate Republicans
Politics

They’ve made their opposition clear, but they’re waiting to see if Mexican officials can work things out with the White House.

By Li Zhou
Politics
Congress finally passes $19 billion in disaster aidCongress finally passes $19 billion in disaster aid
Politics

Lawmakers approved the package Monday after months of delays.

By Li Zhou

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