Trump praises congressman for assaulting reporter

President Donald Trump praised Montana Republican Rep. Greg Gianforte for assaulting a reporter during his campaign last May, saying “any guy who can do a body slam … he’s my guy” and made a gesture mimicking a body slam. Source: CNN

With new counsel, White House braces for post-election fights

President Donald Trump’s pick to fill the job of White House counsel is an indication the White House is preparing for possible post-election legal brawls with Democrats over everything from the findings of special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation to possible impeachment if Democrats take over the House of Representatives. Source: CNN

John Bolton and John Kelly get into heated shouting match

A heated argument in the West Wing between chief of staff John Kelly and national security adviser John Bolton over a recent surge in border crossings turned into a shouting match, two sources familiar with the argument told CNN. Source: CNN

Cops piece together disappearance of teen

Investigators are working to piece together details from the night Jayme Closs’ parents were killed, as their search for the missing 13-year-old continues. Source: CNN