Complaint Alleges Trump Abused Power of His Office

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Threat is real: Time is here for another flu shot By LAURAN NEERGAARD While the vaccine didn’t offer much Dr. Daniel Jernigan, flu chief at the AP Medical Writer protection the past two years, specialists Centers for Disease Control and The flu forecast is cloudy and it’s too have fine-tuned the recipe in hopes it Prevention, told the Associated Press. soon to know if the U.S. is in for a third will better counter a nasty strain this Last year’s flu brought double trouble: miserable season in a row, but health time around. A new strain started a second wave of ill- officials said Thursday not to delay vac- “Getting vaccinated is going to be the nesses just as the first was winding cination. best way to prevent whatever happens,” See Flu Page 7 Complaint alleges Trump abused power of his office WASHINGTON (AP) — cover it up, the complaint lawyers and a suggests a con- call, especially the official The whistleblower complaint says. certed White House effort to word-for-word transcript of at the center of Congress’ The 9-page document suppress the exact transcript, the call that was produced as impeachment inquiry alleges released Thursday fleshes out including by relocating it to a is customary by the White that President Donald Trump the circumstances of a sum- separate computer system. House situation room,” the abused the power of his office mertime phone call in which “In the days following the complaint says. to “solicit interference from a Trump encouraged his phone call, I learned from With its precise detail and foreign country” in next year’s Ukraine counterpart to help multiple U.S. officials that clear narrative, the document The Milwaukee Brewers celebrate in the clubhouse after U.S. election. The White investigate a political rival, senior White House officials will likely accelerate the House then tried to “lock alleges a central role for one had intervened to ‘lock down’ impeachment process and put a 9-2 win in a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, down” the information to of the president’s personal all the records of the phone See Impeachment Page 7 clinching a playoff berth Wednesday in Cincinnati. Second year in a row, Brewers in post-season earning a wild card slot The last time the Milwaukee Brewers made playoff appearances in consecutive seasons, Ronald Reagan was in the midst of his first term as president, gas was 91 cents a gallon and postage stamps came in at just 20 cents. Wednesday night in Cincinnati the Brewers jumped out to a 6-0 first inning lead, thanks to home runs from Ryan See Brewers Page 7 Dems willing to assume the risk By The Associated Press alienate the very suburban Democrats are embracing voters who have warmed to an impeachment investiga- the party in recent elections tion that could jeopardize and will be vital to defeat their House majority and President Donald Trump next fall. But a growing consensus is emerging among anxious Democrats: The risks are worth it. Democrats were embold- ened by Wednesday’s release Antigo: Scattered showers of a rough transcript of Colors abound at the Antigo Farm Market, which mixes fresh produce and flowers along with baked goods and crafts late tonight with a low of Trump’s July call with at Heinzen Pavilion at Peaceful Valley Park. The last market of the season is Saturday. about 50 and wind gusts to Ukrainian President about 22 miler per hour. Volodymyr Zelenskiy, which Friday: It is likely to be confirmed that the Final farm market here on Saturday another rainy day with highs Republican president repeat- in the area of 62 and lows edly asked a foreign power to It is a the most colorful time of year much more. Renate Bromberg, who coordinates down to 41. The daytime investigate his leading at the Antigo Farm Market. “There will still be a large variety of market activities, said. “Artisan crafts chance for precipitation is 70 Democratic political rival, Joe The final market of the season fresh fruits and vegetables available might inspire to shop early with percent. Biden. arrives at Heinzen Pavilion at Peaceful and a chance to stock up on items that Christmas gifts in mind.” Extended forecast: Mostly “The guy has got to be Valley Park on Saturday, and the ven- will be suitable for storage over the The 2019 market season was a suc- sunny Saturday with a high stopped,” said Democratic for- dors will be full of freshly-cut flowers, winter months, such as maple syrup, cessful one with steady attendance by of 56 and a 30 percent chance mer Virginia Gov. Terry the glossiest apples, vibrant orange honey, pickled items and fruit pre- both vendors and patrons. of showers late in the McAuliffe, who had previous- carrots, golden corn on the cob, and serves, various frozen meat products,” See Market Page 7 evening. Low of 43. A 50 per- ly urged Democrats to move cent chance of showers on cautiously on impeachment Sunday, highs in the upper because the Republican-led 50s and lows down to 54. The Senate would almost certain- showers and thunderstorms ly reject articles of impeach- Hong Kong leader gets protest rebuke hang around for Monday with ment. a high of 73 and low to 57. HONG KONG (AP) — ry. down as Lam met with more ingly violent youth-led “This is a president using Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam The community dialogue than 130 people, selected ran- protests that show no signs of ANTIGO STATISTICS presidential power to invite a came under a barrage of criti- was the first since massive domly from over 20,000 appli- abating. They slammed the Maximum yesterday 65 foreign government to come cism at a town hall session demonstrations began in cants. use of force by police and Minimum last night 44 into our country and interfere Thursday, with citizens accus- June over an extradition bill Speaker after speaker questioned Lam’s sincerity Eight a.m. today 44 with our democracy,” ing her government of turning that the government has now railed against government after she rejected protesters’ Noon today 55 McAuliffe continued. “This is a deaf ear to months of promised to withdraw. arrogance leading to increas- See Hong Kong Page 7 Maximum year ago 58 too much.” protests calling for democrat- Protesters have since expand- Sunset today: 6:47 p.m. Democrats will face ic reforms in the semi- ed their demands to include Sunrise tomorrow: 6:50 a.m. See Risks Page 7 autonomous Chinese territo- direct elections for the city’s leaders and police accounta- White Lake school bility. After identity cleared up, woman Scores of protesters chant- ed slogans outside the Queen board eyes referendum Elizabeth stadium in Wan Chai area that was locked The White Lake board of sunsets this year and Fisher in jail here faces a range of charges education began moving said the school will face a A Pittsville woman is in the allegedly provided a close rel- cash bond of $5,000 for toward an April referendum deficit budget for 2019-20. Langlade County jail on a ative’s identity throughout Marshall, with conditions Trump group this week. The first step will be to pre- $5,000 cash bond facing mul- arrest, booking, and court that she maintain absolute At its regular monthly pare a five-year spending tiple charges after she processes Sunday and sobriety, not consume or pos- OKed for 550 meeting Monday, the board plan and determine an Monday. sess controlled substances discussed asking taxpayers to amount for the referendum, Caitlin B. Marshall, 30, illegally, not drive without a approve another in a long- he said. Pittsville, is charged with two valid license, not be present new homes running series of operating That discussion, along with felonies, identity theft in in any establishment holding LONDON (AP) — U.S. referendums, which the dis- review and action on the order to avoid penalty and a class B liquor license, and President Donald Trump’s trict has used to make up budget, will continue at the second or subsequent offense have no contact with the vic- real estate company received budget shortfalls caused by district’s annual meeting slat- possession of THC, as well as tim named in the complaint, approval Thursday in state spending limits for well ed for Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. four misdemeanors, obstruct- the relative. Scotland to build hundreds of over a decade. “We’ll be talking about it,” ing an officer, second offense Caitlin Marshall’s bond homes on the property where “We are beginning the dis- Fisher said. operating a motor vehicle hearing was actually the sec- it already has a golf course. cussion,” Administrator Bill In other business, the while under the influence, ond such court appearance for The Aberdeenshire Council Fisher said, noting the dis- board received an upbeat operating a motor vehicle her, in what had been a granted the Trump trict has been operating report on student numbers, while revoked, and possession strange four-day saga. Organization permission for under the spending referen- which are up by 11 pupils this of drug paraphernalia. Beginning when she was a 550-home development on dums throughout his 12-year year. White Lake has a full- Conviction on all six arrested early Sunday morn- Menie Estate, home of Trump tenure. time enrollment of 152. charges could result in maxi- ing, through the booking International Golf Links. White Lake’s current oper- The board approved a 2 mum penalties of $34,000 in process at the jail, and The council’s approval also ating referendum allowed the percent increase in its agree- fines and 12 years of incarcer- throughout an initial bond allows the Trump district to levy $300,000 ment with Lamers Bus ation. hearing via video Monday Organization to build more above the state-imposed lim- Service, which provides CAITLIN MARSHALL Judge John Rhode set a See Jailed Page 7 See Homes Page 7 its annually for five years. It See White Lake Page 7 +Antigo Journal, Thursday, September 26, 2019, Page 7 With Pelosi impeachment action launched, what next? By LISA MASCARO steps: take the lead on drafting and AP Congressional WHO’S IN CHARGE? considering any articles of Correspondent Pelosi has assembled the impeachment that would be Now that House Speaker six House committees that sent to the full House for a Nancy Pelosi has launched an were investigating the Trump vote. official impeachment inquiry administration for months But the probe will also of President Donald Trump, under a new impeachment involve the work of other com- what’s next? umbrella. The House mittees — Foreign Affairs, In some ways, the investi- Judiciary Committee, led by Financial Services, gations of the Trump adminis- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., is Intelligence, Oversight and tration won’t look too different key because that panel would Ways and Means — that have from those underway in the been looking into a range of House, but now they’ll have a Continued Trump’s activities stemming focus on the Ukraine situation from the president’s business and an urgency to act. dealings and administration, Pelosi embarked on the Risks including former special coun- impeachment inquiry she had tremendous political peril sel Robert Mueller’s report on long resisted after an uproar over the next year, however Russian election interference from Democrats in Congress. — a fact underscored by a far in 2016. It stemmed from a whistle- more cautious approach from While the committee chair- blower’s complaint of Trump the Democratic governors of men have great independence seeking help from the Ukraine Minnesota, Pennsylvania and over their workflow, Pelosi president in digging up dirt on Wisconsin, who declined also keeps a close watch on GOVERNORS—In this 2019 file photo, Republican President Donald Trump. While Democratic presidential can- Wednesday to endorse House operations. On Wednesday, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers arrives to sign the some Democratic House members in the didate Joe Biden. Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s she called them a “Steering budget at the State Capitol in Madison. upper Midwest states were outspoken in call- The Ukraine probe will take approach. Committee,” and she’s expect- Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Democratic governors in Midwestern states ing for Trump’s impeachment, governors in on a central focus, in part ed to check in with them regu- because House Democrats see a former congressman, called larly at her second-floor office are reacting cautiously to impeachment pro- the states, several of which Trump narrowly it as a glaring example of details of Trump’s phone call in the Capitol. ceedings beginning in Congress against won in 2016, were more cautious. wrongdoing and because they “deeply troubling” but said ——— worry the allegation could impeachment may not be the HOW LONG WILL THIS foreshadow potential election way to go. TAKE? interference in 2020 that “It may not be politically The timeline remains a Dem governors in Midwest echoes the Russian meddling good to do because I think at work in progress, but Pelosi of 2016. this point I, like many told her colleagues she wants Here’s a look at the next Minnesotans, am so sick and the House to “strike while the Continued tired of the dysfunction in iron is hot.” She expects the understated on impeachment D.C.,” he told reporters. inquiry to happen “expedi- While Congress’ timeline is tiously.” By SCOTT BAUER “deeply troubling,” but said in the nation’s capital. Jailed yet unclear, the impeachment That’s partly because Associated Press impeachment may not be the “The mere fact we are even inquiry may well run simul- Democrats believe, after Democratic governors in way to go. at this point is a sad commen- afternoon, she identified her- self as her relative. taneously with the months of trudging through Midwestern states that are “It may not be politically tary on the state of politics in Democratic Party’s primary the investigations of Trump, central to President Donald good to do because I think at Washington, D.C.,” she said. According to the complaint, two Langlade County election calendar. The first they have finally captured the Trump’s reelection strategy this point I, like many In 2016, Trump narrowly primary votes are scheduled public’s attention with the are reacting cautiously to Minnesotans, am so sick and won Michigan, Pennsylvania deputies were parked at the Ainsworth town hall just in early February and will Ukraine case. impeachment proceedings tired of the dysfunction in and Wisconsin, three states run through the party’s Some lawmakers say they beginning in Congress. D.C.,” Walz told reporters. that could determine whether after 3 a.m. Sunday when they picked up a vehicle on national convention in July. expect votes on impeachment House Democrats’ impeach- Pennsylvania Gov. Tom he wins reelection in 2020. More broadly, the impeach- by year’s end, mindful of the ment probe focuses on Wolf said he supports opening Trump lost in Minnesota but stationary radar traveling 57 miles per hour in a 45 mph ment proceedings will serve coming 2020 elections. Trump’s phone call to an impeachment inquiry but has it as a target to flip in as a constant reminder to vot- Ukraine’s president. A rough doesn’t have all the evidence 2020. zone on County Road T. They stopped the vehicle and made ers across the political spec- Continued transcript released yet to judge. Still, he looks for- trum that Democrats are Wednesday shows Trump ward to seeing what comes out Continued contact with the driver, Marshall, who then identified actively using one of repeatedly urged the of the investigation. Congress’ most sacred powers Brewers Ukrainian leader to “look into” “We ought to know, we vot- herself with her relative’s Homes name. to pursue Trump. Braun and Eric Thames, and Democratic rival Joe Biden. ers, we citizens of the United cruised to a 9-2 win over the While some Democratic States ought to know,” he said retail and leisure facilities. A The deputies noticed a strong odor of marijuana and Continued Reds, their 17th in the past House members in the upper in an interview. “I look for- five-star 450-room hotel had 19 games, clinching at least a Midwest states were outspo- ward to the process.” been planned but was observed a pipe sitting in the cup holder. A search located spot in the National League ken in calling for Trump’s Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers scrapped because of weaken- Flu Wild Card Game and back-to- ing economic conditions. marijuana shake strewn impeachment, governors were did not respond to questions down, making for one of the back playoff berths for the The council’s planning throughout the entire vehi- more cautious. The governors’ about the impeachment probe longest influenza seasons on first time since the 1981-82 committee recommended giv- cle., some hand rolled ciga- understated responses under- Wednesday. But on Tuesday, record. The year before that seasons. ing the housing development rettes that appeared to have score the risks those in key before Democrats launched it, marked flu’s highest death The run comes despite a a green light. marijuana in them, and a 2020 swing states face as they Evers tried to distance himself toll in recent decades. recent season-ending injury It said the expansion partially burnt marijuana try to walk the line between from the political turmoil in So far, it doesn’t look like to the reigning National “would still result in develop- joint in the center ashtray. appeasing Democrats clamor- the nation’s capital. the flu season is getting an League Most Valuable Player, ment that will provide eco- Field tests of the joint, pipe, ing for impeachment and “I don’t make any decisions early start, Jernigan said. Christian Yelich, who went nomic and social benefit to and shake all yielded positive alienating more moderate vot- on that,” Evers said of The CDC urges people to get down with a fractured the local area and region.” results for THC. ers. impeachment. “I’m focused on their flu vaccine by the end of kneecap after fouling off a Council leader Jim Gifford The search also discovered Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, a Wisconsin. Clearly, I follow it October. Typically flu starts pitch on September 10. said he was disappointed an open can of Steele Reserve former congressman, called in the news, but that’s for the widely circulating in Yelich ended his year with there would no longer be a Spiked Punch, after which details of Trump’s phone call people that are in Washington, November or December, and a .329 batting average, 44 deluxe hotel but accepted Marshall allegedly admitted D.C., and their constituents peaks by February. home runs and 97 runs bat- Continued “things have moved on.” to drinking two “Steeleys.” here in Wisconsin to figure Scientists are hunting for ted in and has a legitimate Trump International Golf She then agreed to perform out.” better flu vaccines, and the shot to win the MVP again Links Executive Vice field sobriety tests, during Michigan Gov. Gretchen Trump administration last despite the injury. White Lake President Sarah Malone said which a deputy observed five Whitmer supports opening an week urged a renewed effort The Brewers’ record since transportation services. she was “delighted” with the out of 18 possible clues of impeachment inquiry, saying to modernize production. Yelich went down, amazingly White Lake has a three-year decision. impairment, and placed her in a written statement that Most of today’s vaccine is pro- is 12-2. running contract with the “Today’s very strong recom- under arrest. Congress should use its “full duced by growing flu virus in Milwaukee has seemingly company. mendation is a clear endorse- Marshall refused to con- investigatory powers” to find chicken eggs, a 70-year-old seen players take turns step- The board also approved a ment by the northeast of sent to a legal blood draw at out what happened between technology with some flaws. ping up at the plate on a 2.44 percent salary increase Scotland that the Trump Aspirus Langlade Hospital Trump and Ukraine. It takes too long to brew new nightly basis, including for members of its teaching development to date is until a search warrant was But Whitmer, like Evers doses if a surprise strain pops Braun, Thames, Mike staff. The number is tied to already a success, and we granted. Throughout this and Walz, tried to distance up. And intriguingly, newer Moustakas, Yasmani the Consumer Price Index. want to build on that great process and then at the jail, herself from what’s happening production techniques just Grandal, Lorenzo Cain and a foundation and bring forward she continued to answer to might boost effectiveness. pair of rookies in outfielder Continued Continued the future phases of the site,” her relative’s name. For now, people who get Trent Grisham and second Malone said. The next day, the Langlade County District Attorney’s vaccinated and still get sick baseman Keston Hiura. Hong Kong Market Continued Office issued a criminal com- can expect a milder illness — The biggest reason for the demands. Only 30 of the peo- “We were able to add two plaint against the relative, and a lower risk of pneumo- Brewer turnaround seems to ple were picked by ballot to new vendors with bread and charging one felony and one nia, hospitalization or death, be the pitching staff, particu- speak for three minutes each. other baked goods due to the Impeachment misdemeanor. Marshall was stressed Dr. William lary several under-the-radar Lam, flanked by several relaxed regulations allowing more pressure on Trump to then brought before Judge Schaffner of Vanderbilt moves by Milwaukee general Cabinet members, listened small scale producers to pre- rebut its core contentions and Rhode for the bail hearing University and the National manager David Stearns at quietly during the more than pare baked goods in their own on his fellow Republicans to Monday afternoon, during Foundation for Infectious the trade deadline. two-hour session and kitchen,” Bromberg said. defend him. The complaint which she responded to the Diseases. Fans yawned when acknowledged the deep dis- Special events at the mar- provides a road map for cor- relative’s name. Marshall He’s been known to tell Stearns dealt for Pittsburgh’s trust of her government and ket included participation of roborating witnesses and evi- then signed the bond form, such patients, “I’m always Jordan Lyles and San police and vowed to regain two 4-H clubs and the dence, which will complicate ordering $300 cash, with her glad to see you’re still here to Francisco reliever Drew public confidence. Langlade County Dairy the president’s efforts to char- relative’s name and stated complain.” Pomeranz. “’We connect’ is my cam- Promotion Committee with acterize the findings as those that everything was correct. paign slogan but after two samples of various cheeses of a lone partisan out to At approximately 5:15 p.m. years, some have described it and cheese products. undermine him. Monday, a corrections officer as disconnect, and even out of Bonnie Hessedal, dietitian Trump insisted anew that informed a deputy at the Clerical Resource touch. . I know that and hope from Aspirus Langlade it is all political. After the Sheriff’s office that the jail to change,” said Lam, who Hospital, offered a food complaint was released, he had discovered the defendant was elected in 2017. preparation demonstration, immediately tweeted, “The was actually Caitlin Assistant — Police She repeated her stance continuing a role she has had Democrats are trying to Marshall, not her relative. that violence must stop and for many consecutive years. destroy the Republican Party The complaint does not rule of law be upheld. She “We were very pleased to and all that it stands for. specify precisely how the jail This position provides a wide variety of clerical said complaints of police bru- be included in an innovative Stick together, play their staff discerned Marshall’s assistance to law enforcement personnel and provides tality will be investigated program designed by Aspirus, game and fight hard true identity at that time, but customer service to the public. thoroughly by a police watch- whereby qualifying patients Republicans. Our country is the district attorney’s office SALARY AND BENEFITS: $16.83 hourly.This posi- dog body, without the need for are issued free vouchers at stake.” The tweet was in did clarify the situation with a separate independent which allows them to pur- all capital letters. this statement: tion works 10-hour rotating shifts including weekends inquiry. chase fresh fruit and vegeta- The whistleblower com- “Law enforcement learned and holidays. Position works 1,820 hours per year. Critics called the dialogue, bles,” Bromberg said. “We are plaint centers in part on a Marshall’s identity through Benefits include vacation, personal leave, sick leave, which was broadcast live, a also pleased that vendors July phone call between information from an outside holiday pay (nine holidays), health, dental and life insur- political show to appease pro- give generous donations of Trump and Ukrainian source. Caitlin Marshall ance and Wisconsin retirement fund. testers before major rallies vegetables at the close of each President Volodymyr never corrected law enforce- QUALIFICATIONS: planned this weekend ahead market to the Antigo Zelenskiy in which Trump ment. Her identity was not Must be a U.S. citizen, at least of China’s National Day cele- Community Food Pantry.” prodded Zelenskiy to investi- previously a concern because 18 years of age, possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s brations on Oct. 1. Bromberg added that the gate Democratic political Ms. Marshall was properly license, high school diploma or GED equivalent, plus “This is not just a PR show market’s new location, the rival Joe Biden. booked into the jail and bears additional training of one to two years college, business but aimed to bring change” so Heinzen Pavilion, has proven The White House released a striking similarity in or technical school. Considerable knowledge of modern Hong Kong can be a better to be a perfect combination of a rough transcript of that call appearance to the person she territory, Lam said. She a sheltered space in a beauti- on Wednesday. claimed to be, even in official office practices, procedures and equipment as well as described the session, the ful surrounding, Peaceful The House intelligence records.” knowledge of accounting, bookkeeping, records keep- first in a series of planned Valley Park, with play- committee released a redact- The relative was contacted ing, accounts receivable and accounts payable. dialogues toward reconcilia- ground, restrooms and ample ed version of the complaint by the deputy on Tuesday and For a full description and to apply: tion, a “good first step.” parking. Thursday ahead of testimony stated that she absolutely did https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/antigowi Riot police were on guard, “The board will use the from Joseph Maguire, the not consent to Marshall using and authorities set up X-ray winter months to plan for the acting director of national her name. All applications that are not completely and accu- machines and metal detec- upcoming season 2020 and intelligence. He acknowl- Marshall was convicted in rately filled out will be rejected. tors to ensure participants we are looking forward to edged that the complaint Wood County of manufacture Applications are due by 12:00 p.m. on October 16, did not bring banned items another successful year,” she alleged serious wrongdoing or delivery of THC in April 2019. inside the stadium such as said. by the president but insisted 2009, obstructing an officer in umbrellas, helmets and gas Saturday’s market opens at that it was not his role to April 2014, and operating The City of Antigo Police Department masks — gear used by pro- 8 a.m. and is sure to be busy. judge whether the allegations while intoxicated in January is an equal opportunity employer. testers. Sales continue until noon. were credible or not. 2016.