Trump urged Grassley to have the “courage” to break the practice of “blue slips,” which gives home-state senators veto power over nominees for lower-level judgeships and U.S. attorneys.

In today’s edition … The emotional fight over Camp Lejeune’s toxic water ... The push to confirm Trump appointees drags on … Trump’s pressure campaign on Powell gets its first test.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer offer remarks alongside other members of the U.S.

The two leaders may have hit it off in Scotland, but their views – and actions – on death duties couldn’t be farther apart ...