Clean energy sector swings Republican
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Reuters - U.S. solar and wind energy companies have donated far more money to Republicans than Democrats this election cycle, an unprecedented tilt to the right for the industry.
Washington Post - The new figures add to the urgency facing policymakers to tackle the nation’s financial health. Next year, vast portions of the tax code are set to expire, potentially forcing a steep tax hike on individuals and families.
Reuters - U.S. solar and wind energy companies have donated far more money to Republicans than Democrats this election cycle, an unprecedented tilt to the right for the industry.
NBC News - A third woman has accused legendary NBC News anchor Tom Brokaw of unwanted sexual advances, long before the newsman had become a household name.
NBC News - NEW YORK — For 108 years, the Boy Scouts of America's flagship program has been known simply as the Boy Scouts. With girls soon entering the ranks, the group says that iconic name will change.
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Six years after last landing on Mars, NASA is sending a robotic geologist to dig deeper than ever before to take the planet’s temperature.
CBS News - President Trump is participating in the swearing-in ceremony of Mike Pompeo as secretary of state on Wednesday. The occasion is largely ceremonial as Pompeo was formally sworn in by Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito after a 57-42 confirmation vote Thursday afternoon.
USA TODAY - The company that makes Gibson guitars and Baldwin pianos filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection early Tuesday amid what it called a "devastating" financial fall.
NBC News - WASHINGTON — The White House is postponing a decision on imposing tariffs on U.S. imports of steel and aluminum from the European Union, Canada and Mexico for 30 days, avoiding the potential for a trade battle with Europe as the U.S. prepares for tense trade talks in China this week.
ABC News - A strong and slow-moving storm system has already brought a first round of severe weather to the Great Plains. Another round will bring an increased threat of severe weather, including tornadoes, to more heavily populated areas on Tuesday.
ABC News - A massive fire engulfed two high-rise structures in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on Tuesday, causing one of the buildings to collapse.