Dave Boyer
Articles by Dave Boyer
Dina Powell leaving White House post as national security aide
The White House confirmed Friday that deputy national security adviser Dina Powell, a specialist on President Trump's Middle East policy, is leaving her post. Published December 8, 2017
Donald Trump: CFPB won’t drop fines against Wells Fargo, might increase penalties instead
President Trump refuted a report Friday that his new head of a federal consumer watchdog plans to withdraw proposed penalties against Wells Fargo bank, saying the fines for the lender actually might be increased. Published December 8, 2017
White House hails another positive jobs report, credits Trump’s ‘bold vision’ for economy
The White House said Friday that another positive report on hiring shows that "President Trump's bold economic vision continues to pay off." Published December 8, 2017
Wisconsin Republicans caught in ‘secret investigation’
When people in Washington dismiss complaints about a special counsel's "witch hunt" investigation with broad powers and no accountability, they should consider what happened in Wisconsin. Published December 7, 2017
White House: ‘Unfortunate’ if Lewis, congressional members skip civil rights event because of Trump
Two black House Democrats said Thursday they will boycott President Trump's opening of Mississippi's civil rights and history museums this weekend, saying his attendance is an "insult," a move the White House said was "unfortunate." Published December 7, 2017
Donald Trump asks Saudi Arabia to lift Yemen blockade for humanitarian aid
In a confrontation with a crucial ally, President Trump called on Saudi Arabia Wednesday to halt a blockade of Yemen that is preventing people in the war-ravaged country from receiving food and medicine. Published December 6, 2017
Donald Trump recognizes Jerusalem as Israeli capital, announces plan to move U.S. Embassy
In a dramatic shift from his predecessors, President Trump announced Wednesday that the U.S. is recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and ordered plans to move the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to the ancient, divided city. Published December 6, 2017
Donald Trump says Democrats’ stance on immigration could prompt government shutdown
President Trump said Wednesday that a government shutdown "could happen," blaming congressional Democrats' stance on immigration even as Republican allies worked to keep federal operations humming for another two weeks. Published December 6, 2017
‘Thanks, Obama!’ Former president credits himself for strong economy
Former President Barack Obama is taking credit for the robust economic growth that is taking place under President Trump. Published December 6, 2017
Donald Trump: Jerusalem is Israel’s capital, U.S. Embassy to move
President Trump will announce Wednesday that the U.S. government recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, a risky and diplomatically fraught decision that will put in motion his plans to move the U.S. Embassy to the divided ancient city. Published December 5, 2017
Richard Cordray announces bid for governor of Ohio after leaving CFPB
Liberal Democrat Richard Cordray announced his bid for governor of Ohio Tuesday, two weeks after he sparked a feud with the Trump administration by choosing his successor to lead a federal consumer-protection bureau. Published December 5, 2017
Donald Trump predicts swift action by House-Senate conferees on tax-cut plan
Hosting a group of Republican senators at the White House, President Trump said Tuesday that he and the GOP lawmakers are "all on the same page" as Congress races to complete tax-cut legislation before Christmas. Published December 5, 2017
Donald Trump: Roy Moore will do ‘very well’ in Senate
President Trump praised Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore Tuesday as a needed conservative vote for his agenda. Published December 5, 2017
Donald Trump calls Middle East leaders ahead of planned announcement on Jerusalem
President Trump told Israeli and Arab leaders Tuesday that he plans to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, a decision that will put in motion his plans to move the U.S. embassy to the divided city. Published December 5, 2017
Trump lobbies Orrin Hatch to run for re-election as Romney waits in wings
President Trump tried to talk longtime Republican Sen. Orrin G. Hatch out of possible retirement Monday during a trip to Utah, hoping to hold onto a powerful political ally and block a Senate bid by former GOP presidential nominee and occasional Trump critic Mitt Romney. Published December 4, 2017
Donald Trump endorses Roy Moore in Alabama Senate race, saying GOP needs his vote on tax cuts
DOLOMITE, Alabama | President Trump endorsed embattled Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore on Monday, telling the candidate "go get 'em" in a phone call after weeks of sidestepping allegations of decades-old sexual misconduct against the Republican. Published December 4, 2017
Donald Trump’s FBI feud reignites
President Trump is renewing his feud with former FBI Director James B. Comey as House Republicans consider holding his successor, Christopher Wray, in contempt of Congress for failing to turn over records related to the Russia probe that secured its first high-profile conviction Friday. Published December 3, 2017
Peter Strzok, Mueller investigator, removed from case after anti-Trump texts discovered
Special counsel Robert Mueller removed one of the FBI's top Russian counterintelligence investigators from his team after an internal probe found he sent messages that showed possible bias for Hillary Clinton and against President Trump, the special counsel's office said Saturday. Published December 2, 2017
Trump says he fired Flynn for lying
President Trump said Saturday that he fired Michael Flynn for lying -- the same lies to which the former national security advisor pleaded guilty. Published December 2, 2017
Trump hails Senate passage of tax-cut bill
President Trump hailed the Senate's passage of tax cuts early Saturday, saying Americans "are going to be very, very happy." Published December 2, 2017
