David Welna appears in the following:
Puerto Rico's New Governor Is Sworn In
Saturday, August 03, 2019
Puerto Rico's embattled governor stepped down as promised and the Washington insider he chose to succeed him was sworn in. Still, the uncertainty and mistrust lingers.
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló Resigns
Friday, August 02, 2019
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló has stepped down, turning power over to a man named Pedro Pierluisi. This comes after weeks of protests and fallout over leaked chat messages.
News Brief: More China Tariffs, FBI Questions Americans Who Studied In China
Friday, August 02, 2019
President Trump said the U.S. will impose more tariffs on products imported from China. Also, Americans who studied in China are being questioned by the FBI and Puerto Rico's governor is resigning.
Puerto Rico's Governor To Resign With No Clear Successor
Friday, August 02, 2019
Puerto Rico's governor will leave office on Friday afternoon. There's uncertainty as to who will replace him.
Senate Armed Services Committee Considers Gen. John Hyten For Pentagon Position
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
The Senate Armed Services Committee held confirmation hearings for four-star Air Force Gen. John Hyten to become the No. 2 uniformed Pentagon official. Hyten faces accusations of sexual harassment.
Businesses Take A Hit Amid Puerto Rico Protests
Saturday, July 27, 2019
The street protests in San Juan that forced Puerto Rico's governor to resign had another, less desired effect: local businesses suffered as tourists stayed away.
After Gov. Rossello's Resignation, Political Turmoil In Puerto Rico Continues
Saturday, July 27, 2019
Puerto Rico's governor resigned after days of massive protests. He steps down next week, but the cabinet official in line to replace him is already sparking new protests.
Protesters In Puerto Rico Hope Governor's Resignation Is The First Of Many Changes
Thursday, July 25, 2019
The day after Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló's resignation announcement there is uncertainty about the future, particularly, who take his spot as governor.
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló Resigns Following Text Message Scandal
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Puerto Rico's governor announced his resignation following nearly two weeks of protests. The calls for his resignation began after the publication of offensive text messages he sent.
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló Says He Is Considering Resigning
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
After refusing to resign despite massive street protests, Puerto Rico's Gov. Ricardo Rosselló's associates say he's considering stepping down. If he does, it's not clear who'll replace him.
Democrats Have Tough Questions For Esper, Nominee To Head The Pentagon
Friday, July 19, 2019
Army Secretary Mark Esper is hoping to be confirmed by the Senate to be defense secretary. At his confirmation hearing, he faced tough questions about his years as a top defense contractor lobbyist.
U.S.-Turkey Relations Threatened After Turkey Accepts Air Defense System From Russia
Monday, July 15, 2019
Turkey purchased the S-400 missile defense system from Russia, jeopardizing its relationship with the U.S. and NATO. But there has been mixed messaging from Washington, D.C., about the consequences.
Turkey Receives First Delivery Of Russian Missile System
Friday, July 12, 2019
Turkey accepted a delivery of the first components of Russia's advanced S-400 missile system, putting into question its acquisition of a U.S. F-35 jet fighter.
Declaring His Independence, Rep. Amash Leaves The GOP
Thursday, July 04, 2019
The 39-year-old, whose father was a Palestinian refugee, wrote in The Washington Post that he supported Republican candidates throughout his early adult life and was elected as a Republican.
At Odds With His Administration, Trump Appears To Give Turkey A Pass
Wednesday, July 03, 2019
Turkey's president said after meeting President Trump in Japan that Trump agreed that Turkey could buy both the Russian S-400 air defense system and the F-35 fighter. That is counter to the position of Congress and the Pentagon.
Senate To Vote On Measure Regarding President Trump's War Authority
Thursday, June 27, 2019
The Senate will vote Friday on a measure that would require President Trump to obtain prior congressional approval for military action against Iran.
Medal Of Honor Awarded To Iraq War Veteran
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Retired Army Staff Sgt. David Bellavia received the nation's highest medal for heroism for saving his squad in Fallujah, Iraq. Bellavia is the first living veteran of that war to be so honored.
First Living Veteran Of Iraq War To Receive Medal Of Honor
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Retired Army Staff Sgt. David Bellavia will be award the Medal of Honor Tuesday at the White House. He turned 29 years old the day his heroic act initially earned him a Silver Star in 2004
Iran Response: Trump Falls Into History Of Long-Fraught Decision-Making
Saturday, June 22, 2019
Iran's downing of a U.S. drone has left the Trump administration searching for an appropriate response. The Reagan administration faced similar Iranian defiance during the so-called Tanker Wars.
U.S. Considered Military Airstrikes Against Iran
Friday, June 21, 2019
Overnight, the New York Times -- and then other news outlets — reported that President Trump had authorized a U.S. military strike in response to the Iranian downing of a U.S. Navy drone.