The 14 nominees picked by the state’s new Democratic governor to head Maine’s government departments will appear before legislative committees starting Tuesday.
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Poll finds Americans want Trump investigated, but aren’t sure it will be fair
Most of those questioned believe Congress should not begin impeachment proceedings at this time.
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Mueller probe shows that several Trump advisers have lied – the question is why
Fridays allegations against Trump confidant Roger Stone are the latest example of what has become a pattern in the special counsel’s investigation.
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Trump gives ground on wall, signing bill to end longest government shutdown ever
The deal reopens the federal government through Feb. 15 and creates a bipartisan committee to negotiate an agreement on border security. It includes no money for a border wall.
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Trump associate Roger Stone arrested, charged with obstruction in Mueller probe
The seven-count indictment against Stone, a self-proclaimed “dirty trickster,” is the first criminal case in months from special counsel Robert Mueller.
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Consulting deal falters, may cause new delay for Maine’s recreational pot market
An appeal led the state to rescind its cannabis rule-writing contract and solicit new plans.
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Mills backs bill to have state guarantee loans to unpaid federal employees
The emergency bill aims to ease financial pressures on 1,100 Mainers who are working during the government shutdown but haven’t been paid.
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Jared Golden named to subcommittees overseeing shipyards
Maine’s newest member of Congress will play a role in overseeing Bath Iron Works.
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Jared Golden named to subcommittees overseeing shipyards
Maine’s newest member of Congress will play a role in overseeing Bath Iron Works.
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Maine House bans members from taking videos, photos during floor debate
Republicans say the ban is unnecessary, but the majority leader says the rule change is meant to prevent distractions.