Topic: U.S. Secret Service
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4 truly American novels
These books center on residents of the USA in different eras all trying to find success.
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'The Raven': 5 other movies that turned well-known figures into action heroes
As Edgar Allan Poe hunts a murderer in 'The Raven,' here are 5 other movies that took well-known historical and literary figures and made them action stars
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Bestselling books the week of 4/19/12, according to IndieBound*
What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
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'Mrs. Kennedy and Me': A Secret Service agent shares his memories
Secret Service agent Clint Hill shares 8 memories of his time with Jacqueline Kennedy in his new book, 'Mrs. Kennedy and Me.'
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Ali Wentworth: 8 stories from an inside-the-Beltway childhood
From her new memoir 'Ali in Wonderland,' the actress and comedian shares memories of her Washington D.C. upbringing and later life as a wife and mother.
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Romney wins big in Nevada; Gingrich vows to fight on
Mitt Romney cruised to a comfortable win over his GOP rivals in the Nevada caucuses Saturday. Following strong recent debate performances and his big win in Florida, that gives him momentum going into the next presidential nominating contests.
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The Vote Jan Brewer vs. Obama: Can you respect the presidency but insult the president?
Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer wagged her finger at President Obama. NHL player Tim Thomas boycotted a White House ceremony. Is the country 'losing basic courtesy and grace'?
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Supreme Court to weigh: Can man sue Secret Service agents in Dick Cheney case?
Two Secret Service agents arrested a Colorado man who criticized US policy in Iraq during a public appearance by Dick Cheney in 2006. The Supreme Court agreed Monday to take the case.
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Should President Reagan shooter John Hinckley get more freedom?
In court this week, experts are debating whether John Hinckley Jr., who shot President Reagan 30 years ago, should be allowed greater freedom away from the psychiatric hospital where he’s been held ever since.
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Syracuse sex scandal: Head coach Jim Boeheim to break his silence Tuesday
Syracuse University head coach Jim Boeheim is expected to address accusations that his assistant, Bernie Fine, molested three boys.
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Michelle Obama booed. Has that happened to first ladies before?
Michelle Obama and Jill Biden were lately booed at a NASCAR event. Mrs. Obama is not the first first lady to get a rude reception. The most serious episode dates from the civil rights era.
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How is the economy really doing?
The Republican debates and the budget supercommittee are grabbing headlines, but how are things like employment, consumer confidence, and housing holding up?
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Herman Cain receives Secret Service protection
Herman Cain became the first Republican presidential candidate to receive Secret Service protection. There have been threats against Cain, although the nature of the threats is unclear.
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After White House shooting, security likely to get a second look (VIDEO)
A man accused of White House shooting is set to appear Thursday in federal court in Pennsylvania for an extradition hearing. The incident will trigger a review of security procedures.
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White House shooting suspect obsessed with Obama (VIDEO)
White House shooting: Oscar Ortega-Hernandez, arrested for allegedly shooting at a window in the executive mansion at the White House, is believed to have an obsession with President Barack Obama.
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White House shooting suspect arrested
White House: The Secret Service discovered Tuesday that two bullets had hit the White House, one of them apparently cracking a window on the residential level while President Barack Obama was traveling.
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Bullet hits White House: Is this common?
There's no elevated threat against the president, and a bullet that hit a White House window was stopped by ballistic glass. But evidence of gunfire at or near the White House is rare, and authorities are investigating.
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President Obama's economic road show: Why the bus?
To promote his jobs bill, Obama is rolling down the highway this week in a $1.1 million black bus, code-named 'Stagecoach.' The bus, it seems, has some big assets over Air Force One or the traditional motorcade.
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Occupy Wall Street plans biggest marches yet, but can it avoid pitfalls?
'Occupy Wall Street' is planning its biggest action yet: marches Saturday nationwide. But as the movement tests the tolerance of police and cash-strapped cities, can it keep its message positive?
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Obama campaign memo: Preview of a highly negative 2012?
The campaign memo, released Monday, said that Rick Perry, Mitt Romney, and the rest of the Republican field have ‘embraced policies that the American people oppose.’
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Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President
Candice Millard’s account of President James Garfield’s assassination brings back to roaring life a tragic but irresistible historical period.
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Obama’s roles on New Jersey trip: consoler-in-chief and candidate
Visiting storm-torn parts of New Jersey Sunday, President Obama met a largely-friendly crowd that voted for him in 2008. But the state has also elected a high-profile Republican governor, and most people disapprove of his performance.
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$1.1 million bus used by Obama has high-tech defenses – but what are they?
$1.1 million bus: the Obama bus is making waves as it travels through the Midwest. But what equipment does a $1.1 million bus come with?
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Assailant of 'Harold & Kumar' actor sentenced to three years
Kalpen Modi, famous for his portrayal of Kumar in the 'Harold & Kumar' films and his subsequent post as a White House staffer, was mugged in 2010. His assailant was sentenced Friday.
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5 new romance novels
Eloisa James reviews five new romance novels for The Barnes & Noble Review.
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'BarackObama assassinated': False tweet shows dark side of social media
Hackers allegedly took control of Fox News' Twitter account and posted false messages that President Obama had been assassinated. It's a cautionary tale about social media.
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Golf summit: Obama and Boehner win $2 each
No word on what the president and the House speaker talked about during their golf summit Saturday. But Obama and Boehner shared a cart. And they outshot Team Biden-Kasich.
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Election 2012: Hope beneath the hype
As the Republican presidential field firms up, get ready for 18 months of Election 2012 hype. But beneath the noise, remember that American voters are surprisingly hopeful.
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Cockpit attack highlights four on-board incidents last weekend
Five airline passengers were removed from aircraft over the weekend. Law enforcement officials say that they do not believe terrorism played a role in any of the four incidents.
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'Geronimo' and Osama bin Laden: What goes into a code name?
'Geronimo EKIA' is what special forces said when Osama bin Laden was killed. Code names can provide some insight into what an agency is thinking. Che Guevara had a curious one, too.
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