[Why Trump’s poll numbers are still in free fall]Two new pieces make this pattern starkly clear:First, Trump continually exaggerates the threat posed by immigration. Wittes first submitted a FOIA request asking for any communications between the White House and DOJ showing that this data was provided. Second, Trump appears to be reluctant to confront the far-right fringe threat — and the Russian threat to future elections. It also speaks to Trump’s policy priorities when it comes to defending the country. * TRUMP WAS RELUCTANT TO ADMIT A MISTAKE ON CHARLOTTESVILLE: Under withering pressure, Trump issued a statement yesterday calling out white supremacy by name.

Source: Washington Post August 15, 2017 14:59 UTC