Virginia attorney general recount begins Monday in Fairfax
The prolonged statewide recount for Virginia attorney general starts Monday in Fairfax County and the cities of Alexandria and Chesapeake, then expands to all jurisdictions. Three-judge recount court to rule on challenged ballots. outcome may hinge on undervotes and overvotes in paper ballots processed by optical scanners.
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Security gaps mar Mandela tribute in Johannesburg stadium
In the Mandela event hours before President Obama arrived, White House staff faced uncertainty on seating and speaking order, exposing Secret Service to foreign security planning limits. Metal detectors were unused for initial crowds, VIPs sat behind light protection, and crowds gathered with minimal visible security. A sign language interpreter near Obama later faced serious personal accusations, highlighting concern over safety safeguards at the ceremony.
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Interpreter fiasco taints SA memorial security role
Secret Service officials fault South Africa for hiring interpreter Thamsanga Jantjie near world leaders at a four hour memorial. Host committee vetted staff, with questions remaining on security checks. Officials note foreign trips involve diplomacy and imperfect control once abroad.
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West Virginia Scores Above National Health Security Index
West Virginia posted 7.3 on the National Health Security Preparedness Index versus a 7.2 national average. The CDC led metric covers five areas including surveillance planning and engagement, incident information management, surge and countermeasure management. Health Officer Letitia Tierney credits progress to state and local health care and emergency management partnerships.
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