Tag: Minusextra

An inspection of the van yielded 1,380 pounds of marijuana, which have an estimated U.S. street value of more than $1 million, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. (Customs and Border Protection)

Mexican teenager driving minivan arrested with 1,380 pounds of marijuana

Anna Giaritelli · December 12, 2016 10:17 pm

Putin called Trump to congratulate him on his victory in the presidential election. (AP Photos)

Krugman hits Trump for ‘denigration’ of intel agencies

Eddie Scarry · December 12, 2016 10:13 pm

The investigation will focus on how Hampton Roads Regional Jail treats inmates who have mental illnesses, the federal agency said. (Bill Tiernan/The Virginian-Pilot via AP, File)

DOJ opens investigation into Virginia jail for treatment of mentally ill inmates

Kelly Cohen · December 12, 2016 10:03 pm

"Andy Puzder and I had an excellent meeting this afternoon. I am impressed with his understanding of how excessive regulation can destroy jobs and make it harder for family incomes to rise. As an experienced and respected Tennessee business leader, Mr. Puzder will be a good partner in creating an environment to help grow jobs for American workers. The Senate labor committee will promptly consider his nomination in the next Congress," Alexander said. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

Lamar Alexander meets with labor secretary pick Puzder

Sean Higgins · December 12, 2016 9:56 pm

t's not clear why the spill-monitoring sensors malfunctioned and did not detect the leak, said Wendy Owen, a spokeswoman for True Cos.

Energy and Environment

Pipeline spills in North Dakota, went undetected

John Siciliano · December 12, 2016 9:44 pm

President-elect Trump has been certified the winner in Wisconsin after a statewide recount showed his margin of victory increase over former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, the Associated Press said Monday. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Trump still winner after Wisconsin recount, adds 162 votes to tally

Al Weaver · December 12, 2016 9:30 pm

The remaining places in Trump’s inner circle

Sarah Bedford · December 12, 2016 9:30 pm

Rep. Devin Nunes, R-Calif., said the panel has held "extensive" hearings and briefings on the topic. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

Top House GOP lawmaker: We are already investigating Russia hacks

Susan Ferrechio · December 12, 2016 9:01 pm

McConnell on Monday said he too will ensure that any infrastructure spending is paid for and wants to avoid an effort to replicate the $800 million stimulus bill passed in early 2009. (Graeme Jennings/Examiner)

McConnell signals caution on Trump infrastructure bill

Susan Crabtree · December 12, 2016 8:48 pm

White House focus "right now is trying to understand exactly what the Russians did," said White House press secretary Josh Earnest. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

White House won’t say if Russia tipped election to Trump

Gabby Morrongiello · December 12, 2016 8:43 pm

Bruce Schillin, 32, exhales vapor from an e-cigarette in Sacramento, Calif. In 2015, the rate of smoking among adults in the U.S. fell to 15 percent. The increased popularity of electronic cigarettes has likely played a role. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)

Washington Secrets

Trump urged to snuff out FDA rules threatening 15,000 e-cig makers

Paul Bedard · December 12, 2016 8:20 pm

Losing isn't easy, and James Fallows is not taking it well. (Screen shot)

Beltway Confidential

Jimmy Carter’s speechwriter says Trump win is worse than Vietnam, 9/11, Iraq

Philip Wegmann · December 12, 2016 8:15 pm