NSA leaks renew congressional push for NSA reform
Snowden based audit shows NSA routinely violated privacy rules and exceeded authority since 2008. Lawmakers vow hearings as Leahy and Thompson demand accountability and fuller disclosures amid White House assurances of oversight.
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Congress weighs abortion coverage for lawmakers and staff
The Obama health care overhaul creates a path for Congress and personal staff to obtain private abortion coverage through new insurance markets. Grassley proposes private plans to match the uninsured marketplace, while OPM confirms continued government premium support for those leaving the federal employee system by January 1.
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