Trump appeals to Congress over wiretap claim
President Trump urged Congress to help verify his unproven charge that Barack Obama had Trump’s phones tapped during the campaign. Obama officials deny the action, FBI and DOJ sources caution on the claim, while Trump aides warn of potential political risk if investigations reveal damaging information.
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IRS faces audit declines amid partisan budget fights
The IRS sees lower audit rates as enforcement tightens under a budget battle. Experts note few are audited, with 0.7 percent of individuals and 0.49 percent of corporations in 2016, while higher earners face greater scrutiny. Republicans push spending cuts amid scrutiny of past targeting. Democrats defend IRS funding as revenue essential.
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Trial details show officer fatally shooting suspect during takedown
Testimony describes Powers detailing the confrontation as Gillespie tried to arrest Hill for obstructing. Hill became combative and grabbed for a weapon, leading to a struggle in which pepper spray and a baton were used. Gillespie eventually discharged his handgun, killing Hill as they rolled into a culvert. A Mercer County grand jury later exonerated Gillespie in October 2014.
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Bluestone Center eyed as regional economic boost in Virginia
Hymes and Stacy promoted the Bluestone project as a large scale park with live work and play concepts. They cited grants and the state Tobacco Commission funding, stressing shovel ready sites and fiber optic infrastructure to attract upscale IT firms, hotels, and recreation facilities while preserving the mountain’s natural beauty.
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