Ex-S C jail guard to plead guilty to federal charge
Robin Smith a 38 year old former Richland County jail guard has agreed to plead guilty in federal court in Columbia to one count of using excessive force in connection with the beating of a handcuffed homeless man. He faces up to 20 years in prison and fines up to 250000. The indication is the plea is scheduled for December 18.
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Robert Sweeper was arrested in February on trespassing charges at the University of South Carolina. In a plea agreement, Smith admitted entering Sweeper's cell twisting his arm and kicking him, claiming Sweeper posed no threat. Sweeper later required hospital care for months of recuperation. Smith was fired and assault charges remain pending.
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Sanford backs work visa fix over Senate immigration bill
U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford spoke to Hilton Head reform supporters urging a stronger work visa program to address immigration, while opposing the Senate bill last June that would raise border security and impose a 13 year citizenship wait. He warned comprehensive plans won’t curb illegal migration without work visa changes.
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Health care trust and politics shape Obamacare debate
The health care reform battle shifts from tech glitches at HealthCare.gov to trust in President Obama and government. Republicans question keeping plans and doctors while Obama offers flexibility to insurers. The credibility toll continues as policy fights persist.
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