Tom Howell Jr.
Articles by Tom Howell Jr.
Jeff Van Drew embraces Donald Trump endorsement in Wildwood, New Jersey rally
Rep. Jeff Van Drew embraced President Trump's endorsement in front of a raucous Jersey crowd late Tuesday, sealing his decision to desert Democrats in a red-splashed part of this reliably blue state. Published January 28, 2020
Donald Trump says Israel accepts peace plan that will boost Palestinian territory, economy
President Trump announced a highly anticipated Middle East peace plan Tuesday that would recognize Israel's control over vast portions of the West Bank, including areas bordering Jordan, but allow Palestinians to eventually obtain their own state if they reject terrorism and meet other conditions. Published January 28, 2020
Donald Trump greets Benjamin Netanyahu to talk Israel-Palestine peace
President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that they are ready to take the wraps off the "deal of the century" Tuesday that paves the way for peace in the Middle East, even betting the Palestinians will rally to the plan after blasting the proposal as one-sided. Published January 27, 2020
Trump signs bill to help houses of worship repel attacks
President Trump signed a bill Friday that spends $375 million over five years to help houses of worship and other nonprofits secure themselves against terror attacks. Published January 24, 2020
Giuliani associates reportedly taped Trump discussing Yovanovitch ouster at dinner
An indicted associate of Rudolph W. Giuliani reportedly taped President Trump discussing his desire to oust then-U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch, a key player in the impeachment trial unfolding in the Senate, according to an ABC News, which reviewed the recording. Published January 24, 2020
Mike Pence greets Pope Francis in Rome, exchanges well-wishes on same day as March for Life
Vice President Mike Pence greeted Pope Francis in Rome on Thursday to offer well-wishes from President Trump and exchange gifts. Published January 24, 2020
Rudy Giuliani: ‘This ends, hopefully, with Biden finally being put under investigation’
President Trump's personal attorney Rudolph Giuliani said in a video posted Friday that senators should move to dismiss Democrats' articles of impeachment because they do not allege anything for which the president can be removed. Published January 24, 2020
Donald Trump looks beyond impeachment to reelection
President Trump is acting like someone who knows he's in for a dogfight in November, elevating the "socialist" in the Democratic field, knocking Michael Bloomberg and imploring "American patriots" to flood his campaign with cash to teach his foes a lesson. Published January 23, 2020
Donald Trump says Israeli-Palestinian peace plan coming soon
President Trump said Thursday he will roll out his Israeli-Palestinian peace plan ahead of a White House visit next week from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Published January 23, 2020
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli PM, to visit the White House on Jan. 28
Embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the White House next week, the Trump administration said Thursday. Published January 23, 2020
China isolates Wuhan where coronavirus originated
Chinese officials shut down all transportation out of the city of Wuhan, trying to contain a mysterious illness Wednesday as the death toll climbed to 17 and more than 540 people were reported to be infected with the rapidly spreading virus. Published January 22, 2020
Trump looks to Europe after China, N. American trade pacts
President Trump said Wednesday the U.S. will seek a trade deal with the European Union now that he's signed a phase-one deal with China and negotiated with North American partners, reissuing his threat to levy car imports they don't come to the table. Published January 22, 2020
Donald Trump in Davos slams ‘hoax’ trial, ‘sleaze bag’ Democrats, leaves decisions to Senate
A defiant President Trump said Wednesday the impeachment trial is a "con job," but he'll leave thorny decisions to senators, wrapping up a Swiss trip by calling key Democrats "major sleazebags" and saying it would be risky to call former National Security Adviser John R. Bolton to testify after leaving on "bad terms." Published January 22, 2020
Donald Trump optimistic about U.S.-Iraq relationship in Davos
President Trump and Iraqi President Barham Salih projected optimism Wednesday as they discussed American troops in the Middle East and other thorny issues during a meeting on the sidelines of a Swiss economic forum. Published January 22, 2020
Donald Trump says U.S. prepared for Wuhan coronavirus, trusts China to be transparent
President Trump said Wednesday the government is prepared to deal with the Wuhan coronavirus after federal officials reported the first U.S. case of the virus that's killed 17 and sickened hundreds of others in China. Published January 22, 2020
Supreme Court won’t fast-track Obamacare case
The Supreme Court announced Tuesday it will not fast-track a case over the legality of Obamacare, likely putting the issue off until its next term. Published January 21, 2020
Donald Trump highlights ‘pro-worker’ agenda in Davos, says ‘great American comeback’ has arrived
President Trump took credit for a "great American comeback" in a Switzerland address that served as a cross-Atlantic rebuttal to Democratic efforts to oust him, saying the rest of the world could learn from his push to slash taxes, cut red tape and tap energy resources. Published January 21, 2020
Trump, Pence make brief stop at MLK Memorial
President Trump and Vice President Mike Pence were greeted with a mix of cheers and boos Monday as they made a brief stop at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington to pay respect to the civil rights icon on his national holiday. Published January 20, 2020
Donald Trump to highlight ‘economic miracle’ at Davos forum
President Trump will be more than 4,000 miles away when his impeachment trial starts Tuesday, using a speech in the Swiss Alps to defend his approach to trade and to take credit for an American "economic miracle" that's worth emulating, administration officials said Monday. Published January 20, 2020
Donald Trump cozies up to GOP senators ahead of impeachment trial
President Trump is happy to see his impeachment trial shift to friendlier terrain, but he's not taking any chances, openly praising Republican senators and catering to those who hold the fate of his presidency in their hands. Published January 18, 2020
