But most of Mr. Trump’s national security team is in place. Uproar continues over Mr. Trump’s decision to put his chief political strategist, Stephen Bannon, above, with Mr. Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, on the National Security Council, in a role usually reserved for generals. After the country’s repeated announcements of new settlement construction in the West Bank, Mr. Trump unexpectedly called for curbs on the projects. We examined the close relationship the Patriots’ owner, coach and quarterback have with Mr. Trump. And don’t miss Your Morning Briefing, weekdays at 6 a.m. Eastern, and Your Evening Briefing, weeknights at 6 p.m. Eastern.

Source: New York Times February 05, 2017 11:01 UTC