Trump says Sessions’ DOJ Has Placed GOP in Midterm Jeopardy

By CATHERINE LUCEY ,  Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Showing his disregard for the Justice Department’s independence, President Donald Trump tweeted that federal indictments against two Republican congressmen placed the GOP in midterm election jeopardy. Trump again attacked Attorney General Jeff Sessions in the tweet suggesting that the Justice Department consider politics when making decisions: “Obama…

Federal Courthouse in Springfield Getting $2.6M Face-Lift

SPRINGFIELD, IL (AP) — The federal courthouse in Springfield is getting a $2.6 million face-lift. The State Journal-Register reports the U.S. General Services Administration is repairing the exterior of the Paul Findley Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse. GSA spokeswoman Cat Langel says weather exposure has worn down the exterior walls of the building, which was constructed in…