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U.S. President Donald Trump renewed his attacks Monday on two frequent targets opposition Democrats and the news media.

In one of several comments on his Twitter account, Trump said, "The first 90 days of my presidency has exposed the total failure of the last eight years of foreign policy!" under former President Barack Obama. "So true."

Trump did not cite any specific successes, but in the last two weeks launched a missile attack on Syria in response to its use of chemical weapons, something Obama never did, and praised the U.S. military for its use of the biggest non-nuclear bomb ever against Islamic State bunkers in Afghanistan.

Trump, a business mogul turned Republican politician, also offered a literary review, praising "a great book for your reading enjoyment." The joke book, "Reasons to Vote for Democrats: A Comprehensive Guide," consists of more than 260 blank pages.

In a congressional election set for Tuesday, Trump contended that "the super Liberal Democrat ...wants to protect criminals, allow illegal immigration and raise taxes!"

In another tweet, Trump, who often has assailed news coverage of the first three months of his presidency, said, "The Fake Media (not Real Media) has gotten even worse since the election. Every story is badly slanted. We have to hold them to the truth!"

The president did not cite any specific story that had drawn his ire, but on Sunday said the news media had downplayed the election last week of a new Republican congressman from the Midwestern state of Kansas in a heavily Republican district after a Democrat lost the contest.

U.S. President Donald Trump blows a whistle to start the White House Easter Egg Roll alongside first lady Melania Trump and his son Barron, right, on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, April 17, 2017.

Trump spent the Easter weekend at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, returning to Washington for Monday's annual Easter Egg Roll for children and their families on the White House lawn.

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One senator is standing out above all the rest with the highest approval rating. Veuer's Nick Cardona (@nickcardona93) tells us who that is. Buzz60

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James Mackler, a Nashville attorney and Iraq War veteran,will on Monday become the first Tennessee Democratto announceplans to run in2018 for the state's U.S. Senate seat held by U.S. Sen. Bob Corker, R-Tennessee.

Mackler highlighted his military background repeatedly in a news release provided to The USA Today Network - Tennessee ahead of the formal announcement, saying he's"running to restore respect, honesty, and most importantly, integrity in Washington."

Our country has become so divided that our leaders refuse to work together to solve our most important problems," Mackler said in a statement."As a veteran, I know first hand the strength of teamwork, cooperation, and the benefits of diversity to accomplish even the most difficult mission."

Mackler, 44, recently practiced law atFrost Brown Todd LLC and Bone McAllester Norton, PLLC, bothin Nashville. He's worked in criminal law and more recently has specialized in legal issues involving unmanned aircraft systems, or drones, by providing businesses legal advice on their use.

Before those stints,Mackler spent three years as a Blackhawk helicopter pilot with the 101st Airborne Division, according to a news release from his campaign, after he had putaside his legal work for the Army in 2001 followingthe attacks on 9/11. His military service included a deployment to Iraq.

Mackler, who continues serving in the Tennessee Air National Guard, earned his Parachutist Badge, Combat Action Badge and an Air Medal for "bold and audacious piloting." After his service in Iraq, Mackler transferred to the Judge Advocate General Corps, where he was a military prosecutor.

Mackler wouldbe a major underdog in the November general electionif he prevails in next year'sDemocratic primary for the seat. In politically red Tennessee, Democrats haven't fielded a competitive Senate candidatesince 2006, when U.S. Rep. Harold Ford Jr. lost to Corker.

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Corker, Tennessee's junior U.S. senator,defeated Democrat Mark Clayton, a political unknown, in 2012 for his first reelection. It wasan embarrassing race for the Tennessee Democratic Party, whichdisavowed Clayton's candidacy because ofhis association with an anti-gay hate group and for an uneven record of voting in Democratic primaries.

Mackler declined to discussCorker in an interview, saying he's "far more focused on correcting things in Congress and what I bring to in this race than I'm looking to criticize Bob Corker at this point." He also declined to talk about specific issues he'll seek to push. He said therewill be plenty of time to talk about details of his platform.

Despite Republican dominance in Tennessee, Mackler said he's "undaunted" by the political landscape and contended thata Democrat can win a statewide electionin Tennessee.

"People are going to respond because Washington is a mess," he said, adding: '"I'llraise enough money to run a competitive race, and I trust the people of Tennessee to look at individuals qualifications and people as people because they know that the country needs help."

Corker, who chairs the powerful U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, hasn't formally announced intentions to run for a third-term in his seat, but most observers expect him to do so. Some have speculated Corker could decide to run for governor of Tennessee next year a scenario that's considered an outside possibility but one that Corker still hasn't rejected.

Macklersaid true leadership comes from a sense of duty and"an obligation to protect and work for the benefit of others." He said best results are accomplished when people recognize the value and contributions ofeach other.

"True leaders hold themselves and others accountable," Mackler said. "These are values that I learned serving my country and will continue to carry as Tennessees next U.S. Senator.

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RANDI ROSSMANN

THE PRESS DEMOCRAT | April 17, 2017, 1:53PM

| Updated 11 minutes ago.

Jogging on a popular route in northern Sonoma, a 24yearold woman was attacked from behind, punched and sexually assaulted by a bushy bearded suspect who Monday remained at large, according to a Sonoma County sheriffs spokesman.

Sunday afternoons assault came on Norrbom Road, near the Sonoma Overlook Trail and not far from youth sports fields, said sheriffs Sgt. Spencer Crum.

As the Sonoma Valley woman jogged along the east side of the roadway, a man yelled at her and then suddenly pushed her from behind, knocking her to the ground, said Crum.

The man, who was described as having a white bushy beard and strong body odor, fell on top of her. He punched her repeatedly in the face and then reached inside her clothing in an attempt to rape her, Crum said.

Fighting back, she escaped and called 911 on her cellphone. The 1:15 p.m. assault report launched an extensive search just north of the historic Sonoma Plaza, from First Street West up into the hills along Norrbom Road, and including Mountain Cemetery and the trail.

The sheriffs helicopter, a Santa Rosa police dog, deputies and police officers looked for the man, described as being in his 50s, possibly homeless, wearing a black zipup hooded sweatshirt, a black sweater, dirty jeans and a black beanie.

The man was not found. The Sheriffs Office didnt report the crime until early Monday afternoon.

Deputies have increased patrols in the area, including walking the trail on Monday, said Sonoma Police Chief Bret Sackett. Sackett said such crimes are very rare in the area.

The area is just outside city limits. Its typically busy with joggers and walkers on the overlook trail, which offers Sonoma Valley views. Its also steps from Arnold Fields baseball and softball diamonds, Depot Park and the city police department.

On a nice summer day, its packed with people, said Crum.

Sunday afternoon was rainy and gray and no witnesses have come forward. Law enforcement officials warned anyone walking or jogging in the area to take precautions and report anyone suspicious.

Crum asked anyone with information to call detectives at 707-565-2185.

You can reach Staff Writer Randi Rossmann at 707521-5412 or randi.rossmann@pressdemocrat.com.

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Before Kelly D. Standley decided to run as a Democrat in Kansas for U.S. Congress, he ran as a Republican in Colorado for Congress.

Standley, 47, a former Tea Party activist, is running as a Democrat for the 2nd District seat now held by U.S. Rep. Lynn Jenkins, R-Topeka. She is not seeking re-election.

When I moved back to Kansas I saw that the Republicans here had a hold over this state and it really bothered me that the rich keep getting richer and the working class continues to struggle in paying their bills. I did switch parties to the Democratic Party since majority of the people struggling here that I have met are Democrats or unaffiliated, Standley told The News in an email response.

Voter registration rolls in Neosho County reveal the Kansas native voted there in the 1990s before he moved to Colorado in 1999. He ran in 2010 for Colorados 1st Congressional District seat but did not become the Republican nominee. He returned to Kansas and became an active voter in Neosho County in 2016.

When he became active in the party, he was appointed Neosho County Democratic Party chairman, he told The News. We worked on the Chuck Schmidt campaign and continue to always help support Adam Lusker, our State Representative for this area, he wrote. Schmidt is a Democrat who failed to win a State Senate seat in 2016. Lusker is a Frontenac Democrat in the State House.

Jenkins announced Jan. 25 she would return to the private sector after her current term in Congress ends in January 2019. Standley filled out his statement of candidacy for the Federal Election Commission on Feb. 14. On the FEC website, there appear two active through 2018 campaign listings for Standley. One shows Kelly D. Standley, Aurora, Colorado, as a Republican campaigning for the House of Representatives, and the other lists Kelly Don Standley, St. Paul, Kansas, as a Democrat for the U.S. House.

While Republicans tossed their hats into the ring after Jenkins deicison Basehor City Councilman Vernon Fields and State Sen. Steve Fitzgerald, Leavenworth Standley has had the Democratic race to himself.

However, former Kansas House Minority Leader Paul Davis, D-Lawrence, announced Thursday he is exploring a bid for the 2nd District seat.

I do understand that people in my party will rally behind Paul Davis and give him their support, my hope is that as time goes on I will also have people rally with me and support someone who will be stronger for the people of Kansas and not just the Democratic or Republican parties, Standley wrote.

Davis challenged Gov. Sam Brownback in 2014 and lost. The position of governor also will be on the 2018 ballot. I personally would rather see him as our next Governor, Standley wrote about Davis on Facebook.

Standley said hes a single father raising a son, and his educational background includes criminal justice studies. He lists on Facebook that hes a Christian minister.

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