Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s Pentagon pick, is fighting to hold on to his Cabinet nomination amid growing questions about his personal conduct as the president-elect’s team considers alternatives, including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis
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Supreme Court justices seem reluctant to block state bans on medical treatments for minors
In arguments that passed the 2-hour mark Wednesday, 5 conservative justices voiced varying degrees of skepticism of arguments challenging the ban.
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Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Republicans take a closer look at Trump’s Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth
Hegseth’s meetings on Capitol Hill this week are set up another test of how much deference Senate Republicans will show president-elect Trump.
Posted inNation & World, News
A timeline of anger, bravery and defiance after South Korean president imposes martial law
The standoff played out over a few tense hours, with cameras capturing the moments of anger, bravery and defiance before Yoon was forced to back down.
Posted inNation & World, News
A timeline of 6 hours of anger, bravery and defiance after South Korean president imposes martial law
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol shocked the nation in a televised address, declaring martial law and calling in troops to secure the National Assembly building where parliament sits
Posted inFood, Maine
The Wrap: Mash Tun’s new owners, a second Stacks and a Maine chef at the White House
Plus, two Feast of the Seven Fishes events happening in southern Maine.
Posted inMaine, Politics
New Legislature to consider limits on vague placeholder bills
The increased use of so-called concept drafts that allow lawmakers to withhold details about pending legislation has generated criticism from the public, advocates and lawmakers alike.
Posted inMaine, Toy Fund
Parents seeking new beginnings turn to Toy Fund for help
The Toy Fund, using the donations from readers, will make sure children don’t miss out on the simple joys of the holidays because their parents had the courage to make a new start.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Scarborough police arrest 2 after searching home on Burnham Road
The road was closed near its intersection with Theresa Masse Lane, where several police vehicles filled the street around 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine’s infrastructure gets mediocre grades in latest report card
Maine got a C for its infrastructure overall, up slightly from the C-minus it earned in the last report card, released in 2020.