Obama administration urges terror surveillance renewal
The Obama administration defends a renewal of a key anti-terrorism program, saying it has yielded valuable overseas intelligence on foreign suspects while protecting American civil liberties. Lawmakers debate limits amid concerns about domestic email and phone surveillance.
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Missouri Farm Bureau backs Akin despite remarks
The Missouri Farm Bureau reaffirmed its endorsement of Senate candidate Todd Akin after his controversial comments on abortion and pregnancy. The endorsement underscores the group's statewide network, even as Akin faces renewed calls to quit and seek a replacement candidate.
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Congress Courts Vets With Jobs Plan Amid Election Push
Congress debates Obama proposed 1 billion Veterans Jobs Corps to aid returning service members while House Republicans push a stolen valor bill. Both parties seek funds to reduce VA disability backlog as lawmakers weigh amendments ahead of adjournment. Nelson leads the veteran unemployment debate amid a tough re election outlook.
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