Senate approves immigration bill edge on citizenship pathway
The Senate Judiciary Committee advances broad immigration reform clearing 13 votes to 5. The measure would grant a pathway to citizenship for about 11.5 million people, expand high skilled and low skilled programs, and add border controls while sparking a debate over equal rights for same sex spouses.
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Senators face choice on visa bill as last minute deal gains support
A Senate committee hears pleas from supporters who warn against voting the bill now. Senator Durbin says the vote should wait while a last minute compromise boosts the H1B visa cap from 65,000 to 110,000 with potential to rise to 180,000, contingent on unemployment. Senator Hatch joins supporters. debate continues over timing and impact.
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Shulman defends ignorance on IRS targeting views
Douglas Shulman testified before the Senate Finance Committee stating he knew little about the IRS targeting of tea party groups during his tenure as commissioner. He said he learned facts after a Treasury inspector general report confirmed the targeting and that the issue should have been escalated earlier.
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Protesters rally over IRS tea party scrutiny
Tea party activists rallied outside federal buildings including Cincinnati where IRS offices handled tax exempt status. Protesters waved flags sang patriotic songs and chanted anti IRS slogans while lawmakers questioned how conservative groups faced extra scrutiny. Shulman acknowledged inappropriate attention and described limited knowledge of the screening list.
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Benghazi suspects IDed but not seized by force
U S officials identify five men as possible Benghazi attackers and say there is enough evidence to capture them militarily as terrorists, yet not enough to prosecute in civilian courts. The suspects are at large as FBI gathers more evidence amid regional intelligence gaps.
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Senate votes to cut SNAP amid five year farm bill clash
The Senate backed a $400 million annual SNAP cut as part of a $100 billion yearly five year farm bill. House Republicans push larger reductions, while Democrats seek to restore benefits. passage hinges on resolving House Senate differences over SNAP policy and heating assistance eligibility.
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