POLITICS 06/24/2018 12:22 am ET But it's Congress that must take action, insists acting ethics head David Apol. By Mary Papenfuss The head of the U.S. Office of Government Ethics said that a multi-million-dollar loan by the Chinese government to a project that will enrich Donald Trump raises “serious concerns.” But it’s up to Congress to address the problem, acting ethics director David Apol said in a letter last week to 60 Democratic members of Congress who called for an investigation into the deal, The Washington Post reported. At issue is a $500 million loan from the Chinese government to an Indonesian resort and theme park project in Jakarta. Trump’s family business, the Trump Organization, has a deal to license the Trump name to the resort, which includes hotels and a golf course. China agreed to the funds just 72 hours before Trump denounced penalties against Chinese telecom giant ZTE for violating U.S. sanctions … [Read more...] about Trump Chinese Business Deal Raises ‘Serious Concerns,’ Says Fed Ethics Chief
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Protesters heckle Florida AG Pam Bondi outside showing of Mr. Rogers documentary
In this March 29, 2017 file photo, Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks at the Women's Empowerment Panel, at the White House in Washington. Protesters confronted Bondi at a showing of a documentary about children's TV host Fred Rogers, and they questioned the Republican's stands on immigration and health care. (AP) Protesters heckled Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi on Friday at a showing of a documentary about children’s TV host Fred Rogers, challenging her support of the Trump administration’s stance on immigration and the state’s decision to join a lawsuit against the Affordable Care Act. After watching “Won’t You Be My Neighbor,” a documentary about the fabled Mr. Rogers, Bondi was shouted at by demonstrators and had to be escorted by police, the Tampa Bay Times reported. "What would Mr. Rogers think about you and your legacy in Florida? Taking away health insurance from people with pre-existing conditions, Pam Bondi,” … [Read more...] about Protesters heckle Florida AG Pam Bondi outside showing of Mr. Rogers documentary
MRO project in U-tapao seen as a key venture in promoting aviation in the EEC
The signing ceremony took place during Prayut’s official visit to France where Airbus is headquartered. Earlier, Prayut also visited the UK and held talks with British prime minister Theresa May. Usanee Saengsingkaew, acting president of THAI, represented the national flag carrier at the ceremony in Toulouse, while Airbus was represented by Eric Schulz, its executive vice president. The MRO project is a major component of Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) mega-investment project where the government aims to promote aviation and other industries. The planned MRO hub will have the latest equipment and systems for all major types of jetliners’ maintenance and repair work using digital, analytic and other technologies. In addition, the project consists of a repair centre for composite materials used in aircraft as well as a state-of-the-art personnel training centre. The centre also will have resources and equipment to perform aircraft engine overhaul … [Read more...] about MRO project in U-tapao seen as a key venture in promoting aviation in the EEC
Critic of Trump border policies took cash from private-prison operators: report
close Video Assessing balance of power in the Senate WA Sen. Patty Murray weighs in A vocal critic of President Donald Trump's immigration policies is a top recipent of campaign donations from operators of privately run prisons, according to a report. The 2016 re-election campaign of U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., received a total of $7,500 from private prison operators, the Seattle Times reported, citing Federal Election Commission filings and data from OpenSecrets.org, a campaign-finance transparency organization. Sen. Patty Murray received donations from private immigration prison firms (via @Jim_Brunner) https://t.co/B1TNocCenO pic.twitter.com/NsBh1NFaDX— The Seattle Times (@seattletimes) June 24, 2018 The sum includes $5,000 from the Florida-based political-action committee for the GEO Group, the nation’s largest private-prison firm, the data show. GEO Group operates the Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma, Wash., which has faced protests and … [Read more...] about Critic of Trump border policies took cash from private-prison operators: report
How They Voted: 6/24
Share Tweet Share Email Comments Print A look at recent actions in the Ohio General Assembly and how lawmakers representing the area voted. OHIO SENATE H.B. 506: Revises law for high-volume dog breeders (returned to House). Sponsor: Rep. Brian Hill (R., Zanesville). Vote: Passed June 6, 32-1. Northwest Ohio senators: Edna Brown (D., Toledo), yes; Randy Gardner (R., Bowling Green), yes; Robert McColley (R., Napoleon), yes; David Burke (R., Marysville), yes; Matt Huffman (R., Lima), yes. S.B. 182: Allows dogs in restaurant outdoor eating areas (goes to House). Sponsor: Sen. Bill Coley (R., West Chester). Vote: Passed on June 6, 33-0. Northwest Ohio senators: Ms. Brown, yes; Mr. Gardner, yes; Mr. McColley, yes; Mr. Burke, yes; Mr. Huffman, yes. S.B. 299: Provides funding to tackle toxic algal growth (goes to House). Sponsor: Sens. Mr. Gardner, Sean O’Brien (D., Cortland). Vote: Passed on June 6, 33-0. Northwest Ohio senators: Ms. Brown, yes; Mr. Gardner, yes; … [Read more...] about How They Voted: 6/24