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2017-02-06来源:和谐英语

This is AP News Minute.

President Trump signed executive actions Tuesday to advance construction of the Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines. The aggressive moves are a step in overhauling America's energy policy and dealt a swift blow to Barack Obama's legacy on climate change.

President Trump maintained the false claim that there were millions of illegal votes cast in the November election. White House Press Secretary said today the president's belief was based on studies and evidence but did not provide example.

Emboldened by President Trump's inauguration, Israel approved plans to build 2500 new settler homes in the West Bank, signaling a major ramp-up of construction despite warnings from much of the international community that it undermines the two-state solution.

In Florida, a horse slipped into a deep, narrow ditch before crews were called out to make a tricky rescue. The rescue team blindfolded the horse and place a harness around its body before lifting the animal onto the road.

Noreen Nasir, the Associated Press with AP News Minute.