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Ample precedent argues that special investigation won’t impede parallel congressional probes

Deputy Attorney General Rod J. Rosenstein assured lawmakers Friday that his appointment of a special counsel won’t step on their panels.

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Analysis

Recapping a stunningly bad two weeks for the Trump White House

A day-by-day breakdown of a remarkable two weeks.

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Analysis

Donald Trump is setting out on one of the most ambitious first foreign trips in history

A look at how Trump’s trip compares.

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Rep. Maxine Waters takes impeachment campaign to the Washington suburbs

The California Democrat, who has emerged as an anti-Trump icon, urged African American business and faith leaders to resist President Trump’s administration.

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What do Trump’s golf courses and his presidency have in common? ‘Quality,’ says Sean Spicer.

The White House press secretary appeared at a fundraiser at the president’s property in Sterling, Va.

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Montana Democrat closes with health-care message in closely watched congressional race

For Democrats, the timing is ideal: The Congressional Budget Office is expected to release its score on the House GOP’s health-care bill a day before the Montana polls close.

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