Senate confirms Neffenger as new transportation security chief
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Senate on Monday confirmed President Barack Obama’s choice of Peter Neffenger to be the next head of the Transportation Security Administration, the agency charged with securing U.S. airports.
Takata profit push may have harmed safety: Senate report
DETROIT (Reuters) – Air bag maker Takata Corp may have put profits before safety in a way that contributed to one of the biggest and most complex auto recalls ever, Democrats on a U.S. Senate committee said in a report released on Monday.
Chicago school system delays budget, seeks $1.13 billion of notes
CHICAGO (Reuters) – The lack of a final Illinois budget is delaying a fiscal 2016 spending plan for the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), a spokesman for the district said on Monday.
U.S. military pays Syrian rebels up to $400 per month: Pentagon
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Syrian rebels receiving U.S. military training to battle Islamic State militants are being paid $250 to $400 per month, depending on their skills, performance and leadership position, the Pentagon said on Monday.
Clinton ally praised her Libya ‘success’ year before Benghazi attacks: emails
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – An unofficial adviser to Hillary Clinton when she was U.S. Secretary of State told her during the 2011 rebellion that ousted Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi that history had “vindicated” her and the “successful strategy” of the Uni…
U.S. pledges troops, equipment for NATO rapid response force
MUENSTER, Germany (Reuters) – The United States said on Monday it would contribute special operations forces, intelligence and other high-end military assets to a new NATO rapid response force that aims in part to deter any future actions by Russia.
Supreme court to next issue rulings on Thursday, Friday
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday did not issue rulings in its two most closely watched cases – gay marriage and a challenge to President Barack Obama’s healthcare law – and the justices will next release decisions on Thursday.
‘White rights’ group leader cited by South Carolina shooter donated to Republicans: reports
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The head of a white supremacist group cited by the alleged killer of nine people at a black South Carolina church last week has given thousands of dollars to several 2016 Republican presidential candidates, according to media rep…
White House says adjustments may be needed on deadline for Iran nuclear talks
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The White House said on Monday that the June 30 deadline for negotiating countries to agree on a deal that would limit Iran’s nuclear capabilities may need adjustments.
Senator Angus King says to be treated for prostate cancer
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Senator Angus King of Maine said on Monday that he intends to undergo surgery on Friday for treatment of prostate cancer, but he hopes to return to work soon after the Senate’s July recess.
