Sentences with phrase «asked by reporters»

by Steve Milloy, Junkscience.com Author and E&E Legal Senior Policy Fellow As Appearing in FoxNews.com «I do,» President Trump said Thursday afternoon when asked by reporters whether he still has confidence in embattled Environmental Protection Agency head Scott Pruitt.

Asked by reporters about the newspaper story, Saudi Arabia's central bank chief Muhammad al - Jasser said: «Absolutely incorrect.»

The detective had noted «a paper,» meaning a newspaper tabloid, and when asked by reporters what the paper said, he gave the tabloid's headline: «Satanic Cult Vows to Kill Again.»

When asked by reporters after the event if she supported the NEA action, she would only say that, «I would hope he listens to what people are saying.»

He gave a less definitive answer hours before he spoke to the Syracuse paper when asked by reporters in Buffalo for his reaction to Weiner's mayoral bid.

Asked by reporters if he would make teacher jobs a top priority as the budget moves to its final adoption by July 1, Bloomberg responded, «There are lots of No. 1 priorities.»

Silver was asked by reporters why the agreement was announced, when so many spending issues are undecided, and whether the news of a budget deal was premature.

At Tuesday's press conference, the leaders were asked by reporters if they feel added pressure because New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo already had reached an agreement with his state's legislators on a bill imposing tougher gun restrictions.

Nixon, at an event to advocate for clean drinking water in the eastern New York village of Hoosick Falls, was asked by reporters whether the governor's actions had anything to do with her candidacy.

When asked by reporters to elaborate, Bharara declined to name specific people he thought should play a greater role in helping combat corruption.

Governor Cuomo did not directly address the photo shopping of Astorino's son when asked by reporters in two separate appearances in Syracuse and New Paltz.

On Tuesday, Cuomo was asked by reporters in Central New York how he would spend $ 4 billion in legal settlements from banks and insurers, including more than $ 3 billion from French bank BNP Paribas, for breaking U.S. sanctions.

Senator Ruben Diaz, Sr., who opposes same - sex marriage and who «pledged not to support anyone for majority leader who would not promise him - in writing - never to bring the bill that would legalize same - sex marriages to the floor» was asked by reporters, dodged questions about whether he thought same - sex marriage would come to the floor for a vote this year, saying only that he was «satisfied with whatever happens.»

Cuomo, who referred to the day's celebration not as Columbus Day but as Italian - American Day, was asked by reporters about the growing movement to pull down some statues of Christopher Columbus in New York.

On Groundhog Day (one day before he was to be voted out as speaker), Silver was leaving the Assembly chamber when asked by reporters for his thoughts.

When asked by reporters if he was open to reconsidering his decision, he refused to rule out the possibility.

The governor was asked by reporters about the economic development contract awards to politically connected campaign contributors, which are at the heart of the federal probe.

DEQ» — was incredulous when asked by reporters why he hired so many cronies.

Nixon, at an event to advocate for clean drinking water in the eastern New York village of Hoosick Falls, which has been contaminated with PFOAs, was asked by reporters whether the governor's actions had anything to do with her candidacy.

Asked by reporters today what was behind his apparent shift in gear, Cameron replied: «If I'm getting lively about it it's because I feel bloody lively about it!»

Asked by reporters during a stop in Niagara Falls yesterday about the poor voter showing this past Tuesday, Cuomo didn't seem terribly concerned.

In a tense exchange with reporters in September 2015, Cuomo was asked by reporters about potential problems created when big donors are awarded large contracts.

He was asked by reporters whether his opponent's appearance had drawn him back.

Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver refused to take the bait this afternoon when asked by reporters to comment on Gov. Andrew Cuomo's allegations about the so - called «sham» budget process, saying:

Asked by reporters Tuesday what his plans were for the races, Brown was quick to point out the Senate already has more Democrats than Republicans.

Nixon, at an event to advocate for clean drinking water in the eastern New York village of Hoosick Falls, which has been contaminated with PFOA's, was asked by reporters whether the governor's actions had anything to do with her candidacy.

Speaker Heastie was asked by reporters whether the legislature will be looking at more reforms.

Nixon, who if she wins would become the state's first openly gay governor, was asked by reporters about a comment made by former New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, a gay Cuomo supporter who called Nixon an «unqualified lesbian.»

At the same Buffalo appearance, Cuomo did not directly point the finger at Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, when asked by reporters whether Clinton was responsible for the decline of the state's economy during the time she represented New York as a U.S. senator.

Later in the day, at a campaign stop in Albany, Molinaro was asked by reporters about New York's gun control laws banning assault weapons.

Cuomo was asked by reporters about Trump's tweet saying that a government shut down in the fall might reap positive results.

Asked by Reporters if he is confident Felder would stay with Repubs even if Kaminsky wins, Flanagan said,

As you might recall, Crowley was less than forthcoming earlier this week when asked by reporters about Lancman's claim the party is trying to siphon Jewish voters away from him by running Gottlieb — a late add to the NY - 6 field who has well - documented (thanks to Chris Bragg) ties to Meng and also (oddly) certain elements of the Queens GOP.

Since this month's publication of my paper «The Burden of Suboptimal Breastfeeding in the United States» in Pediatrics with Arnold Reinhold, I'm often asked by reporters what the US can do better to improve our breastfeeding rates.

When asked by reporters in Kosovo why he had chosen to join Arsenal, Xhaka told Standard Sport: «They are the best team in the world.»

Asked by reporters to respond.

The Scotsman recited the hymn in 1925 when he was asked by reporters at Edinburgh Waverley railway station why he was leaving sports behind to travel to China, where he would become a missionary.

We have our own sense of timing,» said Qureshi when asked by reporters about U.S. pressure to launch an offensive against Taliban militants in the North Waziristan tribal area who regularly attack foreign troops in Afghanistan.

Asked by reporters on Monday night whether he intends to do so, Mr. Trump said, «We'll see what happens.»

In October 2017, soon after Democratic mega-donor Harvey Weinstein's company fired him, Trump was asked by reporters about the allegations against him and responded: «I've known Harvey Weinstein for a long time.

Even though the premier promised during the build up to her announcement that the jobs plan would provide «specifics,» the premier said» I'm not going to get into playing that game,» when asked by reporters why she did not include specific targets in her plan.

When asked by reporters, Trump claimed not to be familiar with the payment to Daniels.

When asked by reporters on April 5 if he knew about the payment to Daniels, Trump responded, «No.»

Senate Finance Chairman Orrin Hatch, R - Utah, was asked by reporters Wednesday about Planned Parenthood funds: «I don't know about that, but it's always a problem as you know.»

Asked by reporters what his priority was, Murdoch gestured to Brooks and said, «This one.»

When asked by reporters aboard Air Force One what he thought of the scandals swirling around the EPA chief, Trump said, «I have to look at them,» adding, «I'll make that determination.

As he was leaving a statehouse meeting in mid-July, Patrick was asked by reporters to respond to Kennedy's complaints about the cost of additional children in schools.

«I was here visiting just a few days before the visit of President Obama, and I remember at the time there was much talk about Cuba strengthening relations with both the European Union and the United States,» Mogherini said, when asked by reporters about the Trump administration's partial rollback of a fragile detente between the old Cold War foes.

In a briefing at the White House on Tuesday, press secretary Sean Spicer was asked by reporters about whether a social - media gag order had been placed on the Interior Department.

The former Bank of Italy governor, when asked by a reporter in 2013 what role gold plays in a central banks portfolio, answered that the metal was «a reserve of safety,» adding, it gives you a fairly good protection against fluctuations against the dollar.