The headline news from February 14, 2017

The archive of all headlines from February 14, 2017, organized by time of publication.

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Flynn’s Future Unsure After Revelation of Russian Talks

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 00:30:08

The White House has sent conflicting signals about whether the Michael T. Flynn, the national security adviser, still had the confidence of President Trump. At issue is the nature of a call between Mr. Flynn and the Russian ambassador to the United States, as well as how it was described to Vice President Mike Pence.

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Michael Flynn Trump ’evaluating’ Russia allegations as rumors swirl of shake-up

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 01:00:09

The president sidestepped questions about security adviser at press conference with Justin Trudeau, as Reince Preibus and Sean Spicer also said to be on notice

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 01:00:12

If enough earth washed away, the hole would undermine a concrete wall and breach it, releasing a 30-foot-wall of water on the valley below. Millions of gallons of uncontrolled water would begin to pour down the river, overwhelming towns along its banks. CALIFORNIAEnvironmental groups predicted emergency spillway erosion in 2005 court document

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Michael Flynn Trump ’evaluating’ Russia allegations as rumors swirl of shake-up

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 01:15:08

The president sidestepped questions about security adviser at press conference with Justin Trudeau, as Reince Priebus and Sean Spicer also said to be on notice

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 01:15:11

If enough earth washed away, the hole would undermine a concrete wall and breach it, releasing a 30-foot-wall of water on the valley below. Millions of gallons of uncontrolled water would begin to pour down the river, overwhelming towns along its banks. CALIFORNIAEnvironmental groups predicted Oroville emergency spillway erosion in 2005 court document

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 01:30:11

If enough earth washed away, the hole would undermine a concrete wall and breach it, releasing a 30-foot-wall of water on the valley below. Millions of gallons of uncontrolled water would begin to pour down the river, overwhelming towns along its banks. CALIFORNIAWatch: Times reporter is broadcasting from atop Oroville Dam

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Senate Confirms Steven Mnuchin as Treasury Secretary

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 01:45:11

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 01:45:15

If enough earth washed away, the hole would undermine a concrete wall and breach it, releasing a 30-foot-wall of water on the valley below. Millions of gallons of uncontrolled water would begin to pour down the river, overwhelming towns along its banks. CALIFORNIAWatch: Times reporter broadcasts from atop Oroville Dam

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Senate Confirms Mnuchin for Treasury, Shulkin for VA

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 02:00:10

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Flynn Is Said to Have Misled White House on Russian Talks

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 03:45:05

The White House has sent conflicting signals about whether the Michael T. Flynn, the national security adviser, still had the confidence of President Trump. A former senior official said the Justice Dept. told current officials that Mr. Flynn misled them about his conversation with a Russian diplomat and may be open to blackmail.

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Michael Flynn DoJ warned White House of Flynn’s contacts with Russia – sources

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 04:00:10

Reports say Trump administration was aware national security adviser might be vulnerable to blackmail amid allegations he lied about secret talks with Russia

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Flynn Is Said to Have Misled White House on Russian Talks

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 04:15:08

Michael T. Flynn, the national security adviser, was in danger of losing his job Monday as the White House sent conflicting signals about whether he still had the confidence of President Trump. A former senior official said the Justice Dept. told current officials that Mr. Flynn misled them about his conversation with a Russian diplomat and may be open to blackmail.

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Michael Flynn White House was warned about Flynn’s contacts with Russia – sources

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 04:15:11

Justice deparment told Trump administration that national security adviser might be vulnerable to blackmail, says report, as claims of secret talks swirl

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 04:15:14

If enough earth washed away, the hole would undermine a concrete wall and breach it, releasing a 30-foot-wall of water on the valley below. Millions of gallons of uncontrolled water would begin to pour down the river, overwhelming towns along its banks. CALIFORNIAFrantic work begins to fix Oroville Dam's battered emergency spillway in advance of new storms

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White House Was Warned Flynn Could Be Blackmailed: Official

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 05:00:09

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Flynn Resigns as National Security Adviser Amid Scandal

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 05:15:10

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as President Trump’s national security adviser, facing accusations that he lied about his dealings with a Russian diplomat. A former senior official said the Justice Dept. told current officials that Mr. Flynn misled them about his conversation and may be open to blackmail.

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Michael Flynn Resigns as National Security Adviser: Officials

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 05:15:13

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Michael Flynn Trump’s national security adviser quits amid controversy over Russia links – live

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 05:15:14

Senior aide to president was accused of lying over calls to Russian ambassador in which he reportedly discussed the lifting of US sanctions

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Flynn Resigns as National Security Adviser Amid Scandal

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 05:30:06

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after being accused of misleading the White House about his dealings with a Russian diplomat, according to a person close to the Trump administration. Mr. Flynn is said to have broken protocol by discussing policy with a foreign diplomat weeks before the inauguration.

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Michael Flynn Resigns as National Security Adviser

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 05:30:09

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 05:30:13

Flynn has resigned following mounting scrutiny over his conflicting accounts of contacts with a Russian diplomat and reports that they were part of a federal investigation. L.A. Now

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Flynn Resigns as National Security Adviser Amid Scandal

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 05:45:03

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after being accused of misleading the White House about his dealings with a Russian diplomat. Mr. Flynn is said to have broken protocol by discussing policy with a foreign diplomat weeks before the inauguration.

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Flynn Resigns, Accused of Lying About Russia Dealings

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 06:00:06

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after being accused of misleading the White House about his discussions with a Russian diplomat before he was authorized. As a result of Mr. Flynn’s major breach of protocol, the Justice Department feared that he could be vulnerable to blackmail by Moscow, a former administration official said.

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Michael Flynn Trump’s national security adviser quits amid controversy over Russia links – live

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 06:15:10

Flynn says he ‘inadvertently briefed the vice-president-elect and others’ over calls to Russian ambassador which reportedly discussed lifting of sanctions

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 06:45:10

Flynn’s departure marks another embarrassing setback for an administration just over three weeks old, on a subject that has for months given pause to both Democrats and Republicans — connections between Trump and Russia. L.A. Now

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Steven Mnuchin Is Confirmed as Treasury Secretary

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 07:00:18

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after being accused of misleading the White House about his discussions with a Russian diplomat before he was authorized. As a result of Mr. Flynn’s major breach of protocol, the Justice Department feared that he could be vulnerable to blackmail by Moscow, a former administration official said.

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Michael Flynn Trump’s national security adviser quits over Russian secrets and lies

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 07:15:08

Departure of key aide is most dramatic development yet to hit president’s chaotic administration

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Steven Mnuchin Is Confirmed as Treasury Secretary

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 08:30:49

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after being accused of misleading the White House about his discussions with a Russian diplomat before he was authorized to have such conversations. As a result of Mr. Flynn’s major breach of protocol, the Justice Department feared that he could be vulnerable to blackmail by Moscow, a former administration official said.

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Flynn Quits as National Security Adviser Over Talks With Russia

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 11:30:48

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Republicans Have Few Answers on Health Care Plan

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 12:15:31

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after being accused of misleading the White House about his discussions with a Russian diplomat before he was authorized to have such conversations. As a result of Mr. Flynn’s major breach of protocol, the Justice Department feared that he could be vulnerable to blackmail by Moscow, a former administration official said.

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 14:45:14

Flynn’s departure marks another embarrassing setback for an administration just over three weeks old, on a subject that has for months given pause to both Democrats and Republicans — connections between Trump and Russia. Politics

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Michael Flynn Trump security adviser quits after leaks suggest he tried to cover up Russia talks

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 15:16:09

Departure of key aide is most dramatic development yet to hit president’s chaotic administration

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A Timeline of Flynn’s Tenure

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 15:31:10

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after being accused of misleading the White House about his discussions with a Russian diplomat before he was authorized to have such conversations. The Justice Department feared that he could be vulnerable to blackmail by Moscow, a former administration official said.

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 15:45:33

Flynn’s departure marks another embarrassing setback for an administration just over three weeks old, on a subject that has for months given pause to both Democrats and Republicans — connections between Trump and Russia. CALIFORNIA

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 16:00:16

Flynn’s departure marks another embarrassing setback for an administration just over three weeks old, on a subject that has for months given pause to both Democrats and Republicans — connections between Trump and Russia. Politics

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 16:15:21

Flynn’s departure marks another embarrassing setback for an administration just over three weeks old, on a subject that has for months given pause to both Democrats and Republicans — connections between Trump and Russia. CALIFORNIA

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A Timeline of Flynn’s Tenure

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 16:46:06

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after being accused of misleading the vice president and others about discussions with a Russian diplomat.The Justice Department believed Mr. Flynn’s attempt to cover his tracks with his bosses could leave him vulnerable to Russian blackmail, a former official said.

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A Timeline of Flynn’s Tenure

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 17:00:10

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after it was revealed that he misled the vice president and others about his discussions with a Russian diplomat.The Justice Department believed Mr. Flynn’s attempt to cover his tracks with his bosses could leave him vulnerable to Russian blackmail, a former official said.

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A Timeline of Flynn’s Tenure

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 17:15:04

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after saying he misled the vice president and others about discussions with a Russian diplomat.The Justice Department believed Mr. Flynn’s attempt to cover his tracks with his bosses could leave him vulnerable to Russian blackmail, a former official said.

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Democrats demand Trump-Russia inquiry as White House deflects and Republicans shrug

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 17:15:08

Trump blasts leaks, not Michael Flynn, on Twitter as House oversight chair Jason Chaffetz claims resignation means the issue is ‘taking care of itself’

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 17:15:10

The House and Senate are churning out a steady stream of bills — not the big-ticket items Trump promised on the campaign trail, but a hand-picked collection of discrete measures aimed at dismantling President Obama's regulatory agenda. CALIFORNIA

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Republicans split over Flynn inquiry amid calls for investigation of Trump’s Russia ties

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 18:15:22

Head of Senate intelligence committee suggests he will question former national security adviser as House oversight chair says issue is ‘taking care of itself’

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 18:15:24

The House and Senate are churning out a steady stream of bills — not the big-ticket items Trump promised on the campaign trail, but a hand-picked collection of discrete measures aimed at dismantling President Obama's regulatory agenda. Trump’s Cabinet

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 18:30:12

Included in the proposals: A wish list compiled by the powerful Koch brothers’ network aimed at loosening federal rules on the energy industry, Wall Street and other businesses, and a proposal from the NRA. Trump’s Cabinet

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Hill GOP Resists Calls for Independent Flynn Probe

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 19:00:27

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 19:00:33

The call for a full and open investigation was a startling crack in party unity as the White House rushed to regroup after the departure of national security advisor Michael Flynn over his contacts with a Russian diplomat. Trump’s Cabinet

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Republicans Resist Calls for Independent Flynn Probe

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 19:30:10

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Read His Resignation Letter

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 19:45:05

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after saying he misled the vice president and others about discussions with a Russian diplomat.The Justice Department believed Mr. Flynn’s attempt to cover his tracks with his bosses could leave him vulnerable to Russian blackmail, a former official said.

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Trump knew for weeks Michael Flynn misled over Russia contact

The Guardian  14/Feb/2017 20:15:07

White House says resignation a result of ‘eroding level of trust’, not potential violation of law, as GOP divided over inquiry into Flynn’s calls with ambassador

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With Flynn Gone, Russia Sees a Different Trump 2:08 PM ET

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 20:30:07

Michael T. Flynn has resigned as national security adviser after saying he misled the vice president and others about discussions with a Russian diplomat.The Justice Department believed Mr. Flynn’s attempt to cover his tracks with his bosses could leave him vulnerable to Russian blackmail, a former official said.

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 20:45:13

The call for a full and open investigation is a startling crack in party unity as the White House rushes to regroup after the departure of national security advisor Michael Flynn over his contacts with a Russian diplomat. Trump’s Cabinet

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With Flynn Gone, Russia Sees a Different Trump 2:08 PM ET

New York Times  14/Feb/2017 21:15:04

The F.B.I. interview with Michael T. Flynn in his first days as national security adviser raises the stakes of the scandal.If he was not entirely honest with the F.B.I., it could expose Mr. Flynn, who resigned his post, to a felony charge.

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 21:15:20

The call for a full and open investigation is a startling crack in party unity as the White House rushes to regroup after the departure of national security advisor Michael Flynn over his contacts with a Russian diplomat. Trump Administration

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White House: ’Erosion of Trust’ Led to Flynn Dismissal

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 21:30:08

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White House: Trump Knew for Weeks That Flynn Hadn’t Been Truthful

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 22:00:10

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Los Angeles Times  14/Feb/2017 22:30:13

While the White House concluded that National Security Advisor Michael Flynn hadn’t acted illegally, a 'trust issue' arose that ultimately led the president to conclude 'he had to make a change,' says White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer. Trump Administration

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Pence Told About Flynn 11 Days After White House

NBC News  14/Feb/2017 23:30:08

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