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Critics of Donald Trump's "extreme vetting" of foreign visitors acknowledge that the current system has holes but see logistical and political problems with the president-elect's proposal. (Associated Press/File)

Donald Trump’s ‘extreme vetting’ gets scrutiny

President-elect Donald Trump's plan to impose "extreme vetting" on foreign visitors entering the U.S. received fresh scrutiny amid the rash of violent attacks across Europe and the Middle East, with warnings that it faces logistical and political obstacles.

December 20, 2016
President-elect Donald Trump speaks to supporters during a rally in Grand Rapids, Mich., Friday, Dec. 9, 2016. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Trump gathers ‘Tech Roundtable’ for economic talks

President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday will convene a "Tech Roundtable" with industry leaders from companies such as Amazon, Facebook and Google to help chart the next administration's economic agenda.

December 14, 2016
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington, Monday, Dec. 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh) ** FILE **

Mitch McConnell gives thumbs-up to Rex Tillerson nomination

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced Tuesday that he will support confirmation of ExxonMobil CEO Rex Tillerson for secretary of state, as Republican support for the pick solidified despite concerns about his close business ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

December 13, 2016