Some Senate Republicans Seem Unsure on Key Trump Defense Nominee

If confirmed, Elbridge Colby would play a key role in advising the secretary of defense and shape U.S. national security policies. WASHINGTON—Some Republicans may still need convincing before they agree to support President Donald Trump’s nominee for a key Pentagon strategy post. Elbridge Colby is set to appear before the Senate Armed Services Committee on

Senate Democrats block bill to ban transgender students in girls’ sports

Details on Trump’s transgender athletes order Details on Trump executive order banning transgender athletes from women’s sports 03:13 Washington — Senate Democrats on Monday blocked a measure that sought to ban transgender girls and women from competing on school sports teams that match their gender identity.  The 51-45 vote fell short of the 60 required to