The last-minute regulation blocks state agencies from withholding federal funds from the family planning organization.
Politics
Trump puts Ronna Romney McDaniel in line to be next RNC chairwoman
The president-elect has chosen the head of the Michigan Republicans to lead the national GOP. An early Trump supporter, McDaniel is the niece of 2012 Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney.
Partisan divide colors Obama’s place in history
Nearly half of all Americans think Obama will go down in history as an “outstanding” or “above-average” president. But Democrats are much more likely to say so than Republicans.
Exxon’s Tillerson, Trump’s choice for State Dept., has history in Alaska
Exxon has feuded and negotiated with many Alaska governors over the years: over the gas pipeline, the development of the Point Thomson field, the value of the trans-Alaska pipeline, and of course, oil taxes.
Trump’s Cabinet picks ‘take the establishment and shake it upside down’
As the president-elect has named his Cabinet picks, in the realm of domestic policy, it’s clear he’s aiming for a dramatic shift from the Obama administration and tradition.
What will Trump’s Twitter strategy be when he becomes president?
Cybersecurity requirements for presidential smartphones could limit Trump’s use of an app like Twitter, but President Trump also could ignore any recommendations that inhibit his use of social media.
State Republican organization pulls support from dissidents
The Alaska Republican Party pulled support over the weekend for three of its members who have joined with Democrats and independents to form a state house majority coalition.
Is Hillary Clinton trying to question the legitimacy of Donald Trump winning?
It’s the losing Democratic nominee’s most public show of support yet for efforts to call into question the election results that gave Donald Trump the presidency.
Obamacare’s demise could be quicker than Republicans intend
Congressional leaders say they want a smooth transition from Obamacare. But insurance consultants say repealing the law before another plan is in place could jeopardize the insurance of millions.
UAS Chancellor discusses issues and opportunities in Ketchikan
University of Alaska Southeast Chancellor Richard Caulfield visited Ketchikan to discuss the University system’s financial future.