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By the Numbers: How Trump Stacks Up After 100 Days

In his first 100 days, President Donald Trump has signed more bills into law than the previous five presidents and has signed more executive orders than any president since Harry Truman.

What's In and What's Out In the Latest Government Spending Bill

Negotiators reached a critical agreement Sunday night on a large spending bill that if approved this week would fund the government for months, senior aides from both parties told CNN.

Controversial Milwaukee Sheriff David Clarke Faces Protests Monday

Thousands are expected to take to the streets of Wisconsin on Monday to demand that the governor remove controversial Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke, a tough-talking firebrand who wants to use his deputies and correction officers to enforce federal immigration …

Deadly Storms Hit Several States

A string of deadly storms that ravaged some Southern states over the weekend could put millions more at risk as it moves north Monday.

Woman Killed, 6 Others Hurt in San Diego Pool Shooting; Gunman Dead

A gunman opened fire at a pool party in San Diego on Sunday evening, killing a woman and injuring six other people, police chief Shelley Zimmerman said.

5 Things for Monday, April 1: Trump, Turkey, Tornadoes and Budget

Happy Monday morning. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

LA Riots Previewed Age Of Viral Video

It's been 25 years since the Los Angeles riots, an event already marked by numerous TV specials, with more to come. Yet one relatively under-covered aspect of the unrest is the role TV and video played -- and the jarring …

Trump Says He Would Consult With China's Xi Before Speaking To Taiwan

US President Donald Trump has said that he would want to consult with Chinese President Xi Jinping before speaking to Taiwan's leader.

100 Days In, Howard Stern Was 100% Right About Donald Trump

Donald Trump told Reuters in an interview this week that he misses the days before he was president.

Sanders: Obama's Paid Wall Street Speech 'Distasteful'

Sen. Bernie Sanders believes former President Barack Obama's plan to receive $400,000 for speaking at a September Wall Street health conference is "distasteful," The Vermont Independent reported Friday.

Trump Calls for Dramatic Tax Cuts for Individuals and Businesses

The Trump administration has finally outlined its new tax proposal, which leans heavily on tax cuts. So far, President Trump wants to slash individual tax rates -- cutting the top rate from 39.6% to 35% -- and reduce the number …

Government Shutdown Threat Appears Over, But Obamacare Fight Remains

The battle over a government shutdown appears to be over for now, with the push over paying for a border wall sidelined. But one key sticking points remains before a deal is finalized -- on health care, again.

Jeff Sessions Is Creating a Department of Injustice

As Donald Trump nears the end of his first 100 days, media commentary focuses primarily on how little he has achieved in comparison to other presidents. It's a mistake, however, to discount the threat that the Trump administration poses to …

5 Things for Friday, April 28: North Korea, Trump, Pope Francis, DUI

It's a great Friday morning for Myles Garrett, who was the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

Trump’s First 100 Days Marred by Abysmal Performance and Historically Low Poll Numbers

Jackson Lee: “President Trump promised to drain the swamp but instead he has nurtured a cesspool of corruption and waged an assault on hard-working families.”