The chairman of the Federal Communication Commission announced during a staff meeting on Friday that he intends to step down “in the coming weeks.”
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Arriving In Israel, Obama Reaffirms An ‘Unbreakable Bond’
President Obama landed in Israel this morning, marking the first time he visits the country as president.
‘I Am Not A Sixth Grader’: Sens. Feinstein, Cruz Spar On 2nd Amendment
Earlier yesterday, the Senate Judiciary Committee approved legislation banning assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition clips.
ICE Now Admits It Released More Than 2,000 Undocumented Immigrants Due To Budget
Backpedaling, the Obama administration is now admitting that it released more than 2,000 undocumented immigrants from immigration jails because of budget contraints prompted by the sequester.
China Calls For Rules, U.S. Calls For End Of Cyberattacks
In separate events, the Chinese and American governments called for standards regarding cyberattacks.
While U.S And South Korea Militaries Drill, ‘Bombast Continues’ From The North
Every year, it’s a time of tension. But this year, the North seems to be acting on its threats. A hotline between the South and North rang unanswered today. And Pyongyang’s state mouthpiece is warning the ceasefire that ended the Korean war is now invalid.
Pakistan Begins Construction of Pipeline Link With Iran
Iran and Pakistan are moving closer to completion of a nearly 1,000-mile natural gas pipeline linking the two countries, despite U.S. objections that it could become a source of hard currency for Tehran in defiance of international sanctions.
Senate Approves Nomination Of John Brennan As CIA Chief
After an epic filibuster by Sen. Rand Paul that lasted into the early morning hours, the Senate voted this afternoon to confirm the nomination of John Brennan as the country’s next Central Intelligence Agency director.
House Reauthorizes Violence Against Women Act
After much handwringing from GOP House members, the Democratic minority and some Republicans joined forces to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act.
U.S. To Give Syrian Opposition $60 Million More In Non-Lethal Aid, Kerry Says
The Obama administration will ask Congress for an additional $60 million in aid to help the Syrian opposition council provide basic goods and services in areas under rebel control, Secretary of State John Kerry announced Thursday in Rome.