MS NOW March 2019 Articles

Friday’s Mini-Report, 3.29.19

Trump taps (yet another) Fox News contributor for his team

Trump boasts, ‘I know a lot about wind’ (despite not knowing about wind)

McConnell eyes new ‘nuclear option’ to advance Trump nominees

Joyce Vance: The No. 1 mistake women make when asking for time off

Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.29.19

These 5 items are always in Rebecca Minkoff’s bag

For the Fed, Trump’s personnel troubles reach an alarming new low

In the know: Women in the news 3/25-3/29

The rise of the stay-at-home working mom

In Michigan, Trump brags he’s saving the Great Lakes from his own cuts

Trump’s health care crusade runs into trouble in courts and Congress

‘It’s all very simple’: Trump weighs closing the southern border

Trump administration struggles with proposed Special Olympics cuts

NASA decision to nix all-female spacewalk sparks gender barrier debate

Thursday’s Mini-Report, 3.28.19

Sen. Klobuchar: Mueller report not a priority to voters

The most interesting brackets in recent political history

Under partisan fire, Adam Schiff presents his case without apology

Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.28.19

Federal court rejects Trump-approved Medicaid work requirements

Trump says a little more than he should have about AG Bill Barr

McDonald’s announcement jolts debate over minimum wage increase

House Democrats advance the Paycheck Fairness Act

Trump, GOP clash over who’s supposed to lead on health care

Stacey Abrams talks about a potential 2020

Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 3.27.19

Trump, Republicans take fight over border wall to the next level

How to know if you’re underpaid

What NBC News Health Editor Madelyn Fernstrom eats for lunch

The problem with Kellyanne Conway’s pushback against the Russia scandal

Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.27.19

Giuliani calls obstruction allegations a ‘matter of interpretation’

Trump’s posture toward Puerto Rico becomes even more antagonistic

Senator demonstrates why Congress isn’t addressing the climate crisis

The longer the Mueller report is hidden, the bigger the political problem

Trump admin’s ‘insane’ health care gambit was the White House’s idea

Mueller investigation behind him, Trump enters the ‘overreach’ stage

Scarborough: On lies, Russia, and criticism of media coverage after the Mueller report

Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 3.26.19

Trump campaign memo on TV guests is both ironic and wrong

Trump’s handling of North Korean sanctions takes a bewildering turn

Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.26.19

White House’s Sanders clings to odd ‘wiretapping’ conspiracy theory

Imagine if the Mueller report scrutinized Clinton instead of Trump

Will the ‘mental load’ for working moms ever get better?

The problem with the Republican crusade against Adam Schiff

Mitch McConnell tries gaslighting on Obama, Russia

If Mueller’s report is great news for Trump, why can’t we see it?

Trump’s war against the ACA reaches a new, striking level

Monday’s Mini-Report, 3.25.19

Following Barr memo, there’s a problem with the ‘no evidence’ claims

Trump, Republicans determined to keep their focus on investigations

Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.25.19

Maybe now Trump can acknowledge Russia’s election attack?

AG Barr in the spotlight over decision on obstruction allegations

Here’s the best way to ask for a raise (and actually get it!)

If Trump thinks his legal troubles are over, he’s mistaken

Team Trump balks at disclosing written Q&A with Mueller

Nunes makes the case for ‘burning,’ not disclosing, the Mueller report

Donald Trump, Robert Mueller, and a ‘boiling frog’ problem

Attorney General Barr submits summary of Robert Mueller’s findings

Here’s the inspiring reason why this man did 3,194 burpees … in a row!

Friday’s Mini-Report, 3.22.19

In the know: Women in the news 3/18 – 3/22

Amidst foreign policy chaos, Trump halts his own North Korea sanctions

Trump’s latest attack on McCain rests on a fuzzy memory

Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.22.19

Why it’s so hard to believe Trump’s new promises about student loan debt

The problem with Trump trying to shift attention to infrastructure

Under Trump, US is ‘losing its position as the global arbiter’

Why it matters that a judge blocked the Wisconsin GOP’s power grab

Trump’s new order on campus speech does much less than he thinks

Marine Corps leader sees ‘unacceptable risks’ in Trump’s border agenda

Thursday’s Mini-Report, 3.21.19

What’s your diet personality?

On Trump-Putin talks, White House to keep info from Congress

Trump’s latest claims about ISIS appear dubious (again)

Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.21.19

On economic data, it’s Trump vs the Trump administration

Are Florida Republicans really pursuing a new ‘poll tax’?

Poll answers the ‘What happened to Lindsey Graham?’ question

Trump’s line on the Mueller report takes a confusing turn

Trump’s acting Pentagon chief faces new ethics probe

Trump’s offensive against McCain isn’t just ugly, it’s also dishonest

Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 3.20.19

10 empowering ways to celebrate Women’s History Month … today!

White House concedes Trump’s economic promises come with fine print

Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.20.19

Trump reportedly tries to take control of North Korea negotiations

On the electoral college, Trump dramatically changes direction

Trump admin loses in court ‘because they’re not doing their homework’

This is how to get the raise you deserve

Some Republicans eye constitutional amendment to block court packing

6 companies redefining parental leave

Is your boss hard to impress? Here are 4 ways to get noticed

Spring is here! 9 must-have items to revamp your office

Nunes’ lawsuit predictably backfires, boosts ‘Devin Nunes’ Cow’

Trump takes pride in foreign embrace of ‘fake news’ label

Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 3.19.19

Secrecy surrounding briefing for ‘faith-based media’ raises eyebrows

The Mueller poll Trump is excited about deserves a closer look

Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.19.19

Trump’s boasts about Air Force One start to look even worse

Wisconsin focus group suggests Trump’s dishonesty is a problem

After standing on principle, GOP senator faces rebuke in his home state

Steve King does himself no favors with civil war speculation

Why Devin Nunes’ lawsuit against Twitter is such a bad idea

Monday’s Mini-Report, 3.18.19

Health Matters: Colon cancer in younger adults on the rise

New Zealand eyes gun reforms in the wake of massacre

Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.18.19

Why some foreign leaders ignore diplomats and talk directly to Trump

White House chief of staff conveniently overlooks Trump’s Muslim ban

Trump eyes possible actions against comedy shows that hurt his feelings

Even now, Trump can’t let go of his contempt for McCain

After New Zealand slayings, Trump flunks another leadership test

Friday’s Mini-Report, 3.15.19

Leading House Republican equates Green New Deal and ‘genocide’

Trump changes direction, says there ‘should be no Mueller Report’

Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.15.19

Trump claims Theresa May ‘didn’t listen’ to his Brexit guidance

Mnuchin may not comply with a request for Trump’s tax returns

In the know: Women in the news 3/11-3/15

Lindsey Graham balks at measure to make Mueller report public

Legal case against Trump’s ‘charity’ comes into sharp focus

Defamation lawsuit grows even more serious for Trump

When Trump raises the prospect of political violence, there’s a problem

‘Anything is possible’: Celebrating Women’s History Month with Harlem Village Academy

Thursday’s Mini-Report, 3.14.19

On high-profile vote, NC’s Tillis defends principles, then rejects them

Senate hands Trump an embarrassing defeat on emergency declaration

House unanimously passes measure calling for Mueller report’s release

Beto O’Rourke joins crowded Democratic 2020 presidential field

Trump rejects deal Pence tried to negotiate on emergency declaration

Trump has finally found a conspiracy theory he doesn’t like

RNC chair, slamming federal prosecutors, makes one big mistake

Diana Olick: Don’t feel like you need marriage, kids before you buy a home

Senate quietly makes history with vote against key Trump foreign policy

Trump’s new ‘proof’ of exoneration in Russia scandal is imaginary

‘The invisible folks’: Spouses behind vets with PTSD

Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 3.13.19

Why Manafort’s lawyer told such an odd whopper outside the courthouse

Manafort, who led Trump’s campaign, receives longer prison sentence

Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.13.19

White House weighs a deal to rescue Trump’s emergency declaration

As Trump targets pro-democracy projects, Pompeo struggles with math

Trump insists voters’ will matters (but only on some issues)

Why the GOP’s paid-family-leave plan is not what it appears to be

Trump admin moves forward with policy against transgender US troops

Why hasn’t Trump nominated someone to lead the FAA?

7 groundbreaking women you’ve probably never heard of

All In: 2020 candidate town hall with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand

3 magic words to help you make more money or get a promotion

How to tell if a company’s culture is real, or just lip service

Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 3.12.19

Trump takes aim at the complexity of modern airplanes

Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.12.19

2020 Democratic National Convention headed to Milwaukee

Trump’s approach to the climate crisis gets even more embarrassing

White House line on abortion becomes even more incendiary

Cocaine bust makes White House talking points look a little worse

New York AG’s office issues bank subpoenas on Trump projects

White House suggests Obama’s to blame for Trump’s budget mess

Mika’s top tips for communicating your value effectively

Monday’s Mini-Report, 3.11.19

It’s not just Medicare: Trump budget eyes Social Security cuts, too

From the board room to Capitol Hill: Where women are making the biggest strides

On Medicare, Trump arrives at his ‘Read My Lips’ moment

Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.11.19

On legal immigration, Trump can’t seem to make up his mind

Whether Trump likes it or not, sometimes the truth is just easier

Bolton latest Team Trump member to play the role of presidential interpreter

New questions surround Mar-a-Lago guest allegedly selling access to Trump

Trump White House struggles to spin discouraging jobs news

This Week in God, 3.9.19

Friday’s Mini-Report, 3.8.19

The added incentive to Trump’s re-election bid: avoiding prosecution

Trump loses yet another White House communications director

In the know: Women in the news 3/4-3/8

Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.8.19

Trump finds a new way to falsely claim exoneration in Russia scandal

This is what Rebecca Minkoff is doing to close the gender wage gap

On security clearances, the leaks are coming from inside the (White) House

Ignoring Trump scandals, Graham eyes Republican conspiracy theory

For border barriers, Trump eyes funds from military pay and pensions

Job growth came to an unexpected halt in February

Team Trump makes history with Manafort’s prison sentence

Why Stephanie Ruhle won’t be talking about ‘women’s issues’ on International Women’s Day

Thursday’s Mini-Report, 3.7.19

The 2020 presidential race is capable of surprises

Daylight saving time kills our productivity — this is how you deal

Health Matters: 2 rice alternatives everyone will be talking about

The Senate Republican majority takes a pass on oversight (again)

Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.7.19

Facing defeat, White House scrambles to protect emergency declaration

North Korean officials take full advantage of what Trump gave them

What happens when Trump asks for Pelosi’s help?

How the #MeToo movement has fallen short

This International Women’s Day, it’s time for the U.S. to get on board with paid family leave

Federal judge: Trump admin broke law with Census gambit

Despite the bluster, Trump’s economic message runs into trouble

GOP senator: Trump’s hush-money payoff is proof he ‘loves his family’

10 must-read books for Women’s History Month

Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 3.6.19

Scrutiny intensifies into Trump’s role in FBI headquarters controversy

Evidence shreds GOP argument that tax cuts pay for themselves

Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.6.19

As the trade deficit soars, Trump fails by his own metric

McConnell suggests voting-rights proposal is ‘socialist’

Pressed on security clearances, Trump lies about Obama White House

Trump nominates, and the GOP confirms, the nation’s youngest federal judge

7 things to do immediately if you get fired

6 ways to talk to your kids about money

It’s not just Trump’s checks to Cohen, it’s when they were signed

National poll: American majority sees Trump as a criminal

Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 3.5.19

White House’s Sanders struggles to defend Trump on the substance, too

Embracing projection, Trump accuses Dems of obstructing justice

Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.5.19

Under pressure, Trump falsely claims Dems have ‘switched’ scandals

Cohen lawyer reveals new Trump hush money check on live TV

Who gets the VIP treatment from Trump’s FEMA (and who doesn’t)?

Telecom giant, needing Trump’s aid, booked rooms at his hotel

What the newest 2020 candidate doesn’t understand about Mitch McConnell

Trump tries, fails to persuade senators on emergency declaration gambit

House GOP leader: Illegal hush-money payoffs aren’t impeachable

Monday’s Mini-Report, 3.4.19

Accused of witness tampering, Trump congressional ally scrambles

Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.4.19

Following failed North Korea talks, Trump’s Secretary of State struggles

Did Trump interfere in case over AT&T, Time Warner merger?

Trump creates ethics mess by promoting Scottish property he owns

Trump tries to blame Democrats for his failed North Korea talks

Lindsey Graham’s latest Trump defense falls flat

Judiciary Committee chair: ‘Very clear’ Trump obstructed justice

Friday’s Mini-Report, 3.1.19

Trump’s alleged financial fraud creates an important new vulnerability

State Dept clarifies the reason talks with North Korea collapsed

Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.1.19

Senate GOP quietly adopts new standards for judicial nominees

Warren vows no pardons for those caught up in Trump scandals

In the know: Women in the news 2/25 – 3/1

Trump blurts out achievement in Syria that doesn’t appear to exist

Facing defeat over wall declaration, Trump gets good advice from GOP

Newly passed gun bills show how much the political debate has changed

On Jared Kushner’s security clearance, Trump has some explaining to do