Topic: Congressional Inquiries
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Briefing IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal
The Internal Revenue Service is under the microscope now, as revelations have emerged that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
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Focus The Monitor's top 11 US stories of 2012
From storms to politics, the year was a wild ride. What are the most meaningful US stories of 2012? Here's the Monitor's list, in roughly chronological order.
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Osama bin Laden raid: Four fresh twists in the story
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The roar of Ron Paul: Five of his unorthodox views on the economy
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Five senators push Obama to do more in Libya
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USA Update Obama email flap: White House defends top officials' use of 'secret' accounts
Obama email policy came under fire Tuesday after a news report that some top political appointees use 'secret' government accounts in a bid to avoid unwanted messages. That prompted a spirited defense of the practice from White House spokesman Jay Carney.
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Briefing IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal
The Internal Revenue Service is under the microscope now, as revelations have emerged that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
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John Kerry to Congress: Middle East peace effort is urgent
In his first congressional hearing as secretary of State, John Kerry tells lawmakers that, after the Benghazi attacks, the US must fortify security for diplomats, press for a two-state solution in the Middle East.
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Focus The Monitor's top 11 US stories of 2012
From storms to politics, the year was a wild ride. What are the most meaningful US stories of 2012? Here's the Monitor's list, in roughly chronological order.
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Opinion After Penn State scandal, Congress should make NCAA put students, education first
In light of the scandal at Penn State, which reveals how big-time college sports often overwhelm the core values of higher education, Congress should closely examine whether the NCAA is running a not-for-profit enterprise or a commercial entertainment empire.
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What if US rockers were convicted of ‘hooliganism’ like Russia’s Pussy Riot?
Bands from 'Rage Against the Machine' to the 'Dixie Chicks' have harshly criticized political leaders in the US. Like Russia's 'Pussy Riot,' shouldn't they be charged with hooliganism?
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GSA administrator behind Las Vegas conference no longer with agency
Officials confirmed that Jeffrey Neely is no longer an employee of the General Services Administration.
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Feds bulk up for retrial of Roger Clemens over steroids
The Justice Department, embarrassed by an error that caused a mistrial of Roger Clemens last year, has added more prosecutors as it seeks to convict the famed pitcher of lying to Congress when he said he never used performance-enhancing drugs.
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Inside the Keystone pipeline: How much would it really help US consumers?
Politicians paint a rosy picture of lower gas prices and abundant supply, but Canadian firms behind the Keystone pipeline expect it to supply Gulf Coast export markets and raise Midwest oil prices.
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On the front lines of sexual assault in the military: Army chaplains
With the Pentagon ramping up its efforts to root out sexual assault in the military, Army chaplains are poised to play an important role. Finding the right voice, however, can prove difficult.
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In Afghanistan war, Navy SEALs and special ops playing more central role
Navy SEALs and special operations forces are not being withdrawn from Afghanistan war at the same rate as other forces, meaning their duties in the region will only grow. With the Aug. 6 helicopter shoot-down, the SEALs lost 1 percent of their operational population.
08/08/2011 06:21 pm -
US gun-tracing program in Mexican drug war comes under congressional fire
Allegations that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives allowed US arms to flow to Mexican cartels are now facing congressional scrutiny, including questions about whether that may have contributed to the deaths of a US law enforcement officer and numerous Mexicans.
07/16/2011 01:09 pm -
Latin America Monitor US to crack down on arms trafficking over Mexico border
The US Justice Department has announced plans to cut arms trafficking into Mexico by monitoring the sale of assault rifles in border states in the wake of a scandal over the 'Fast and Furious' gun tracing operation.
07/14/2011 12:25 pm -
Roger Clemens trial: a rougher road than Barry Bonds had?
Slugger Barry Bonds was convicted on one of four perjury and obstruction charges, in connection with a probe of illegal steroid use. Ex-pitching ace Roger Clemens faces six charges – and may have a harder time avoiding conviction, experts say.
07/07/2011 05:40 pm -
Leon Panetta's first day at Pentagon helm: It's not all grim.
A tough job awaits Leon Panetta at the Pentagon: three wars, budget cuts, Al Qaeda in Yemen, prospects of a nuclear Iran. But some good news awaits the new Defense secretary, too.
07/01/2011 10:56 am -
Osama bin Laden raid: Four fresh twists in the story
Figuring out precisely what took place at the Osama bin Laden compound in the early hours of the US commando team strike has led to some bracing twists and turns in the narrative. At a Pentagon briefing Friday, reporters ribbed military officials, saying they were looking forward to hearing the fifth and newest version of how the operation to strike the terrorist mastermind unfolded. Here are the four latest plot turns in the bin Laden story:
05/06/2011 07:19 pm -
The roar of Ron Paul: Five of his unorthodox views on the economy
Ron Paul, the Texas congressman who is expected to announce an official "exploratory committee" for a presidential run Tuesday, is known for his passionate espousal of free markets and sound money. To supporters, Congressman Paul has stood as a lone voice of reason in Congress, wiser than Wall Street. Critics see his views on issues like reviving a gold standard or ending the Federal Reserve as simplistic and more dangerous than the ills he hopes to cure. Here are his own words on key economic issues:
04/26/2011 06:43 pm -
Five senators push Obama to do more in Libya
While President Obama predicts US forces could disengage from Libya within the week, Senate hawks who pressed for military intervention watch closely to see that the mission's goals are fulfilled. Critics, including conservatives, say they are leading the nation into endless, costly wars. Here’s how the hawks respond – and what they say should happen next.
03/22/2011 08:51 pm -
Marine chief: 'don't ask, don't tell' repeal could be deadly 'distraction'
Gen. James Amos, commandant of the Marines, defended his position that 'don't ask, don't tell' should not be repealed, saying a repeal could cause problems among combat troops.
12/14/2010 07:32 pm -
Robert Reich Vote Halliburton and Goldman Sachs!
On Election Day, Americans will decide how to reward corporations that have been plundering America, like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan Chase, and Halliburton.
10/29/2010 02:05 pm -
Vox News Did Stephen Colbert and Joaquin Phoenix take satire too far?
Both Joaquin Phoenix and Stephen Colbert have taken recent criticism for giving performances that masqueraded as serious but were really charades.
09/27/2010 06:57 pm -
Mixed messages from Obama, Petraeus on Afghanistan pullout
President Obama has called for an Afghanistan exit strategy with no 'wiggle room' and a July 2011 troop withdrawal. General David Petraeus, commander of US forces in Afghanistan, has been less firm on the date.
09/23/2010 12:38 pm -
Airline fees for baggage and service add to ticket price confusion
Airline fees are not part of the ticket price, meaning they can easily go unseen until it's too late for the consumer to shop around.
07/14/2010 03:28 pm -
Drug recall expands: More Tylenol, Benadryl recalled due to moldy smell
Drug recall: Five lots of Tylenol and Benadryl have been added to an expanding recall, after customers have complained of a moldy odor emanating from the pills.
06/17/2010 03:55 pm -
What BP's partners are doing in Gulf oil spill cleanup
Aside from BP, several companies connected to the Deepwater Horizon rig could be found liable for the Gulf oil spill. Here's what they're doing to help with cleanup.
06/15/2010 06:41 pm
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