And it asked Hatch, who has been a senator for 42 years, to not run for re-election next year. Hatch’s official Twitter account shared a photograph of the Salt Lake Tribune’s Christmas day front page, which was covered with a portrait of Hatch. “Grateful for this great Christmas honor from the Salt Lake Tribune,” a tweet sent from his account said. Orrin Hatch (@OrrinHatch) Grateful for this great Christmas honor from the Salt Lake Tribune. In May, Trump told Hatch, “I’m approving the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase recommendation for you, Orrin,” according to a spokesperson for Hatch, CNN reported at the time, which Hatch was quoted as being “incredibly grateful” for.

Source: The Guardian December 26, 2017 18:22 UTC