Exclusive: U.S. still plans to send F-16s to Egypt in coming weeks
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The United States still plans to go through with the delivery of four F-16 fighter jets to Egypt in the coming weeks, U.S. defense officials told Reuters on Wednesday, even after the Egyptian military’s ouster of President Mohame…
House Republican leaders vow ‘common sense’ immigration reform
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Republican members of the U.S. House of Representatives reaffirmed their opposition to a comprehensive Senate bill on immigration on Wednesday.
Pentagon chief says draconian steps would be needed to meet cuts
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel warned on Wednesday the Pentagon would have to take draconian steps next fiscal year, including funding cuts for hundreds of weapons programs and possible layoffs of civilian workers, unless Congress…
Honoring opera to ‘Star Wars,’ Obama awards arts medals to 24
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Citing the power of artists and academics to open minds, President Barack Obama on Wednesday awarded 24 medals to people including “Star Wars” creator George Lucas and writer Joan Didion who he said touched his life and the lives…
Texas House OKs bill restricting abortions, moves it to Senate
AUSTIN, Texas (Reuters) – The Texas House of Representatives on Wednesday gave final approval to a bill that would ban most abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy, set strict health and safety standards for abortion clinics, and restrict use of the so-c…
U.S. lawmakers seek foreign aid changes amid Egypt crisis
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Four U.S. lawmakers introduced legislation on Wednesday that would force more public disclosure about foreign aid programs, amid debate over whether to suspend the $1.5 billion that Washington sends to Egypt each year.
Senate rejects temporary fix for student loan rates
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Senate on Wednesday blocked a bill that offered a temporary fix for American students facing a steep increase in loan interest rates.
Attempt to revive farm bill falls short in House
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Republican leaders in the House of Representative hit a dead end on Wednesday in an effort to revive the $500 billion, five-year U.S. farm bill, increasing the likelihood that Congress will opt for a second extension of current l…
Pentagon chief says draconian steps would be needed to meet cuts
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel warned on Wednesday the Pentagon would have to take draconian steps next fiscal year, including hiring freezes and cuts in weapons purchases, unless Congress acts to stop $52 billion in spending cuts…
White House voices confidence in the U.S. ambassador to Egypt
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The White House on Wednesday voiced confidence in the U.S. ambassador to Egypt, Anne Patterson, who has come under fire for criticism she made of planned rallies against the Muslim Brotherhood before the military takeover in Egyp…
