Thursday's Headlines: Hill Republicans seek answers from Trump, instead find new questions

People were taking Trump seriously. Now they're starting to take him literally.; In first major TV interview as president, Trump obsesses over his popularity; Trump's definition of 'voter fraud' seems to include daughter, top adviser; 5 challenges Trump may face building a border wall; As Trump sets up showdown with sanctuary cities, U.S. mayors express defiance; Voting rights advocates fear Trump's unfounded fraud claims will lead to more restrictive laws;   The morning's most important stories, selected by Post editors   Top Stories Hill Republicans seek answers from Trump, instead find new questions GOP lawmakers hoped to discuss health care and the tax code at a retreat this week. They found themselves talking about President Trump's actions instead. By Mike DeBonis, Kelsey Snell and Ed O'Keefe  •  Read more » People were taking Trump seriously. Now they're starting to take him literally. The Trump administration is showing every sign of taking the nation far to the right to fulfill his campaign pledges — putting him at odds with some members of his own party. By Abby Phillip and Ashley Parker  •  Read more »   In first major TV interview as president, Trump obsesses over his popularity The lengthy interview revealed a man fixated on his following and eager to provide evidence of his likability, even if that information doesn't match reality. By Jenna Johnson  •  Read more »   Trump's definition of 'voter fraud' seems to include daughter, top adviser Whether willful or careless, the president strikes at the foundations of our system of government. By Dan Balz  •  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   5 challenges Trump may face building a border wall Relying on a physical barrier along the border presents multiple problems, including rough terrain; private ownership of much of the land needed; differences between natural boundaries and the best places for artificial ones; the need for surveillance; and migrants' determination. By Kevin Schaul and Samuel Granados  •  Read more »   As Trump sets up showdown with sanctuary cities, U.S. mayors express defiance President Trump has directed the Department of Homeland Security to find ways to defund cities and jurisdictions out of step with his immigration priorities. That action — which could cost sanctuary cities including Washington, New York and Los Angeles millions of dollars — is the latest in a series of moves where Trump has appeared willing to step on state-level or municipal prerogatives. By Katie Zezima, Wesley Lowery and Jose A. DelReal  •  Read more »   Voting rights advocates fear Trump's unfounded fraud claims will lead to more restrictive laws It is unclear who will carry out Trump's call for a "major investigation" related to his unproven assertion that millions of illegal votes were cast in the presidential election. By Sari Horwitz and Jenna Johnson  •  Read more »   Opinions   Don't get distracted by Trump's 'dead cats' By Dana Milbank  •  Read more »   Trump can't break the Supreme Court By Charles Lane  •  Read more »   What's the method in Trump's madness? By E.J. Dionne Jr.  •  Read more »   'Protecting' the economy can end up killing it By George F. Will  •  Read more »   Trump's vetting plan would weaken U.S. security By Donald Kerwin and Edward Alden  •  Read more »   Trump's politicized immigration acts are at odds with American values By Editorial Board  •  Read more » ADVERTISEMENT   More News   At Trump's Mar-a-Lago club, the price for joining just doubled The president stands to benefit from increased demand at the beachfront resort he owns, drawing criticism that he is profiting off his rise to the White House. By Drew Harwell  •  Read more » A lawmaker retweeted an offensive post about the Women's March. Wednesday he resigned. Republican Nebraska State Sen. Bill Kintner drew criticism for a retweet which appeared to joke about the issue of sexual assault. By Sarah Larimer  •  Read more » The annual March for Life will have a new mood this year: Optimistic President Trump's inauguration has bolstered hopes of antiabortion activists who will gather Friday on the Mall for their 44th annual march. By Julie Zauzmer and Sarah Pulliam Bailey  •  Read more » Rogue Twitter accounts spring up to fight president on climate change An anonymous group of people who claim to be National Park Service employees created an account to jab at the Trump administration for muzzling federal workers. By Darryl Fears and Kayla Epstein  •  Read more » Mary Tyler Moore | 1936-2017 We loved her for her cheer. But did we miss out on a possible film legend? Famous for her smile, Mary Tyler Moore also captivated us as the icy mother in "Ordinary People." By Hank Stuever  •  Read more » Venus Williams to face sister Serena in Grand Slam final for first time since 2009 That was the last time Venus Williams, 36, played in a Grand Slam final and she will have a chance to win her first major singles title since 2008, while Serena goes for her 23rd, one short of the all-time record. By Des Bieler  •  Read more » Americans are no longer making progress on cutting back on sugary drinks After a decade of falling consumption, rates have stalled at well above the recommended limit, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. By Caitlin Dewey  •  Read more »         Share Today's Headlines:       Twitter      Facebook Trouble reading? Click here to view in your browser. You received this email because you are signed up for Headlines. 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