President Barack Obama has directed the intelligence community to conduct a “full review” of Russian hacking efforts during the U.S. presidential campaign. President- elect Donald Trump calls the CIA conclusion that Russia interfered "ridiculous" as he continues to fill his cabinet. This morning he announced his intention to nominate retired Marine Corps Gen. John Kelly to lead the Department of Homeland Security.
Back in the Legislative branch, the Senate averted a government shutdown on Friday with only two hours to spare. And a runoff in Louisiana was finally called, officially giving Republicans 52 seats in the Senate. Meanwhile, we're 39 days away from inauguration and people on both sides of the divide continue to prepare for 2017 and the battles the year is sure to bring. Here’s your Monday read...
