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Pence denies eyeing presidential bid amid distance with Trump over Russia
WASHINGTON U.S. Vice President Mike Pence on Sunday denied that he is preparing for a presidential election run in 2020, saying the suggestion is "disgraceful and offensive."
- Russia's Lavrov meets Tillerson, says feels U.S. ready to continue dialogue
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- Chicago to sue Trump administration over sanctuary city funding threat
- U.S. Justice Department not looking to charge journalists for leaks: official
- Trump eyes top policy aide for communications director role: official
- Security for Trump's summer visit ruffles tranquil New Jersey town
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Trump administration goes on attack against leakers, journalists
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Special counsel Mueller asks White House for Flynn documents: New York Times
WASHINGTON Investigators working for U.S. special counsel Robert Mueller, who is investigating whether President Donald Trump's 2016 campaign colluded with Russia, have asked the White House for documents related to his former national security adviser Michael Flynn, the New York Times reported on Friday.
