Tom Howell Jr.
Articles by Tom Howell Jr.
Susan B. Anthony, Harriet Tubman silver coins to commemorate women’s suffrage 100th anniversary
President Trump signed a bill Monday that directs the Treasury to issue silver-dollar coins in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of women getting the right to vote. Published November 25, 2019
Conan, the hero dog, honored by Trump at the White House
Conan the military dog received a hero's welcome at the White House on Monday for his role in the Special Forces raid that killed Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi last month in Syria. Published November 25, 2019
Mike Pence makes surprise visit to Iraq
Vice President Mike Pence made a surprise weekend visit to Iraq to rally with troops, serve them a Thanksgiving lunch and offer support for Kurdish allies. Published November 23, 2019
Donald Trump holds court over fiery White House debate on vaping
President Trump wants to raise the age for purchasing e-cigarettes, but he's walking a tightrope on flavored vapes between advocates who say fruity flavors hook kids and industry forces who say flavors support "mom and pop" shops and help adult smokers quit. Published November 22, 2019
Trump says HHS working on drug importation plan for states
President Trump said Friday his health secretary is preparing a plan that clears the way for states to import drugs at prices that are cheaper than what U.S. consumers pay now. Published November 22, 2019
Donald Trump awards arts medal to Jon Voight, Alison Krauss
The star of "Midnight Cowboy," a best-selling author, a versatile Grammy-winning singer and the man behind a 3-Michelin-star restaurant in Virginia were among eight people awarded presidential medals recognizing achievements in the arts and humanities on Thursday. Published November 21, 2019
Ronna McDaniel, RNC chair: Impeachment is bringing in cash, no one ‘pulling away’
Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel sees a "distinct advantage" for the GOP in 2020 despite the Ukraine controversy engulfing President Trump, citing record fundraising, a Democratic slate lurching to the left and an uptick in small-donor giving even as the House pursues impeachment. Published November 21, 2019
Trump tours Apple plant, touts employment gains amid impeachment hearings
President Trump toured an Apple Inc. plant in Texas on Wednesday to argue his America First agenda is helping blue-collar workers and that Democrats should follow his lead instead of fixating on his Ukraine policy. Published November 20, 2019
Trump’s pick for NOAA job withdraws, citing health reasons
Barry Myers, the former CEO of AccuWeather, has asked President Trump to withdraw his nomination to the top post at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), citing health reasons. Published November 20, 2019
Donald Trump says Canada, Mexico running out of patience on USMCA
President Trump on Wednesday said Mexico and Canada may be ready to "flee" a renegotiated North American trade deal because they're tired of waiting for House Democrats to take it up. Published November 20, 2019
Pelosi: House can act on USMCA when it’s ‘enforceable’
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Tuesday her Democratic troops will take up the North American trade deal when the Trump administration ensures it can enforce the agreement with Mexico and Canada. Published November 19, 2019
Donald Trump says he’ll raise tariffs on China if he doesn’t get a good trade deal
President Trump on Tuesday threatened to raise tariffs on China "even higher" if Beijing doesn't offer good trade terms. Published November 19, 2019
Donald Trump bashes speculation about unusual medical visit: ‘Sick’
President Trump said Tuesday his visit to a medical center over the weekend was "very routine" and that "sick" media speculation about his unusual checkup spooked his wife and aides. Published November 19, 2019
White House announces release of two professors held in Afghanistan
The U.S. secured the release of two college professors who were kidnapped at gunpoint in August 2016 and held by Taliban forces in Afghanistan, the White House said Tuesday, a move that could help revive moribund peace talks with the militant Islamist group. Published November 19, 2019
Donald Trump meets with Jerome Powell, Fed chairman he once called a ‘bonehead’
President Trump said Monday he had a "cordial" meeting with Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome H. Powell on the economy and interest rates despite previously attacking the central banker as a "bonehead" who doesn't understand either. Published November 18, 2019
Trump Organization explores sale of leasing rights to D.C. hotel
Dogged by ethics questions, the Trump Organization is reportedly looking to sell the leasing rights to its marquee hotel a few blocks from the White House. Published October 25, 2019
Trump defends Syrian strategy: ‘We have secured the oil’
President Trump's troop pullout from Syria and Special Forces strike that killed Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi didn't dent his fixation on securing oil fields in the war-torn country. Published October 25, 2019
Trump awards Medal of Freedom to automotive mogul Roger Penske
President Trump on Thursday awarded the Medal of Freedom to auto racing mogul Roger Penske, the fourth sports legend he's bestowed the honor to since late August. Published October 24, 2019
Mike Pence scolds NBA over Hong Kong retreat
Vice President Mike Pence scolded corporate America and the National Basketball Association on Thursday for kowtowing to Beijing amid pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. Published October 24, 2019
Mike Pence: Trump is extending his hand to China, but won’t back down
Vice President Mike Pence said Thursday the U.S. does not want to "contain" China but it won't tolerate its abuses, either, as the Trump administration confronts Beijing over unfair trade practices and reaches for a more balanced relationship. Published October 24, 2019
