The story behind Trump’s tweet saying he was ‘glad to have helped’ end BIW dispute
It was a remarkable example of the president using his platform to tout lower-level government action related to Maine.
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Postal Service emerges as flash point heading into election
The success of the 2020 presidential election could hinge on a most unlikely government agency: the U.S. Postal Service.
Trump allows some unemployment pay, defers payroll tax
Trump’s orders encroached on Congress’ control of federal spending and seemed likely to be met with legal challenges.
Russia targets Biden in election-meddling effort, US intelligence says
It was a striking warning from Trump’s own top intelligence officials.
Virus aid talks collapse; no help expected for jobless now
Often an impasse in Washington is of little consequence for the public — not so this time.
Biden apologizes for comments on racial diversity among Black people
A Biden adviser explained his comments as being about the diversity of political views among Latinos.
Delivery delays harmful to Postal Service, Angus King says
Postal workers in Portland have been instructed to prioritize Amazon packages over first-class mail.
It’s a crucial day for federal coronavirus aid as Maine stares down a budget crisis
The White House and Democrats are far apart on virus aid talks, and there is danger that no deal will be made.
Trump bans dealings with Chinese owners of TikTok, WeChat
The twin executive orders issued Thursday — one for each app — add to growing U.S.-Chinese conflict over technology and security.
Commission rejects Trump push to add debate against Biden
The nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates said it is committed to its existing schedule of three debates between Trump and Biden.
Playing electoral defense, Trump claims Joe Biden opposes God
Even for a president known for his blunt criticism, Trump’s remarks stood out and they signaled how contentious the campaign may get over the coming months.
Coronavirus aid talks on brink of collapse as both sides remain ‘very far apart’
A marathon meeting in the Capitol on Thursday generated lots of recriminations but little progress on the top issues confronting negotiators.
Millions in federal funding at risk if more Mainers don’t respond to 2020 census
Only 55.2 percent of Maine households had responded to the survey compared to 63.1 percent of households nationally.
Maine lawmakers endorse sovereignty bid in historic win for tribes, but obstacles remain
On Thursday, the Legislature’s Judiciary Committee endorsed the package while splitting it into three different bills as a way to make the issues more palatable for lawmakers.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine tests positive ahead of Trump visit
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine tested positive Thursday for the coronavirus just ahead of a planned meeting with President Donald Trump
Susan Collins wrote exception that let hotel chains get coronavirus aid
One beneficiary was the client of a former aide to Sen. Susan Collins who was among many lobbying her to create this special exception.
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