Wednesday, March 1, 2017

After big speech, Trump pivots to healthcare

President Donald Trump's speech to a joint session of Congress got an unexpectedly positive response, and on Wednesday he is meeting with Republican leaders to figure out how to make good on his myriad promises--especially on health care.

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Legislative plans begin "as of now": Trump

President Trump met with Congressional leaders at the White House Wednesday to discuss plans for the future. He told reporters the legislative process begins "as of now." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Exclusive: DHS lacks funds to begin Trump's wall

A document seen by Reuters indicates the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has about $20 million to put toward construction of a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, as ordered by President Donald Trump. That amount won't get the department past the prototype phase.

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Trump tries to turn from divisive to deal-maker

U.S. President Donald Trump showed a different side in his first address to Congress. This Trump was part deal-maker, part salesman, asking for unity and trying to repackage his populist message in more palatable terms.

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U.S. Senator Ted Cruz calls Trump's immigration remarks 'strong'

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz reacts to President Donald Trump's first address to Congress.

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Dems warn Trump that Obamacare repeal 'isn't a game'

Former Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear gave the Democratic response to President Donald Trump's address to Congress, telling the commander in chief that repealing Obamacare "isn't a game." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump touts unity & strength in speech to Congress

President Donald Trump delivers an unusually upbeat first speech to Congress, promising he could come through on his major campaign pledges and urging Democrats to work with him on instituting his agenda.

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