Politics: As White House defends Jared Kushner, experts question his back-channel move

Court says essentially that Trump is not to be believed. Will Supreme Court conclude the same?   Democracy Dies in Darkness     The most important politics stories today   Mark Wilson / Getty Images As White House defends Jared Kushner, experts question his back-channel move Controversy is the latest to tie the most senior ranks of President Trump's administration to Moscow. By Abby Phillip and Max Ehrenfreund  •  Read more » Analysis Court says essentially that Trump is not to be believed. Will Supreme Court conclude the same? Justice Kennedy will be a focus if court weighs in on travel ban. By Robert Barnes  •  Courts & Law  •  Read more »   These 8th-graders from New Jersey refused to be photographed with Paul Ryan A portion of the class decided to snub the House speaker after running into him during a trip to the nation's capital. By Peter Jamison  •  Local  •  Read more »   Sen. Lindsey Graham: Comey needs to be ‘held accountable’ over Clinton investigation decisions The GOP senator said he wants to review a document that influenced the then-FBI director's handling of the probe. By Paul Kane  •  PowerPost  •  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   Rahm Emanuel on Democratic problems: ‘You’re not going to solve it in 2018’ Emanuel, one of the architects of the Democrats' 2006 success, says the party's long-term problems today run far deeper than whether it can win back the House next year. By Paul Kane  •  PowerPost  •  Read more »   Homeland security chief defends Kushner’s alleged proposal for ‘back channel’ to the Russians as 'a good thing' "It's normal in my opinion and acceptable," Kelly said. By Abby Phillip  •  Post Politics  •  Read more »   Kushner’s security clearance should be reviewed, top Democrat on House Intelligence Committee says Schiff said Kushner's clearance should be checked to determine whether he told the truth about his meetings with Russian officials. By Abby Phillip  •  Post Politics  •  Read more »   White House relents in fight with ethics office over waiver disclosure By June 1, the administration will publicly post waivers given to appointees who have been exempted from aspects of federal ethics rules. By Matea Gold  •  Post Politics  •  Read more »   Trump considers major changes amid escalating Russia crisis The president and his advisers are looking for ways to recharge their agenda. By John Wagner, Robert Costa and Ashley Parker  •  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   Alternately charming and boorish, Trump plays the role of a lifetime overseas At palaces and summits, making deals and scolding allies, nine-day foreign tour showcases Trump before the world. By Philip Rucker and Karen DeYoung  •  Read more »   Trump family members met with GOP leaders to discuss strategy President's sons Donald Jr. and Eric, along with daughter-in-law Lara, met with RNC officials earlier this week, sources said. By Robert Costa  •  Post Politics  •  Read more »   Analysis The lesson of Montana for Democrats: They need serious candidates — and a policy agenda Cowboy-poet Rob Quist railed against Trump and the GOP agenda. But he lacked the gravitas and experience that tends to appeal to voters of both parties. By Paul Kane  •  PowerPost  •  Read more »   Trump adviser: ‘I would not be concerned’ about a Russia back channel, irrespective of Kushner By Philip Rucker  •  Post Politics  •  Read more »   Recommended for you   DemocracyPost Opinions and commentary that illuminate the challenges facing democracy around the world. Sign Up »         Share Politics:       Twitter      Facebook Trouble reading? Click here to view in your browser. You received this email because you are signed up for Politics PM. For additional free newsletters or to manage your newsletters, click here. We respect your privacy. If you believe that this email has been sent to you in error or you no longer wish to receive email from The Washington Post, click here. Contact us for help. ©2017 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071