Senate rejects Egypt aid cut for U S bridge plan
The Senate 86 13 rejects Rand Paul amendment to divert 1.5 billion yearly Egypt military aid into domestic bridge and infrastructure projects. Lawmakers debate labeling the July 3 Egyptian coup and Egypt's crisis amid calls to support or rethink aid tied to U S interests and regional stability.
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Little restraint in military giveaways across rural towns
An Associated Press investigation finds rural police departments have acquired a large share of Defense Department surplus since 1990, including boats and scuba gear in Morven Georgia. The program lacks strict oversight, letting small departments grab equipment they may not need, while bigger communities face shortages.
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