Four-year terms for men in Taliban drug case in New York
Two men, Martin Bouraima and Corneille Dato, each received 50 months in prison after pleading they aided drug smuggling for alleged Taliban associates. The sentencing followed an undercover DEA probe in West Africa that indicted seven in 2011.
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West Africa
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Obama orders formal review of surveillance programs
The Obama administration launches a formal 60 day review by a panel of outside experts into electronic intelligence gathering. It will assess whether data collection protects national security while maintaining trust and limiting disclosure risks with final recommendations due December 15.
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Judge orders independent monitor for stop-and-frisk reforms
A federal judge ruled New York City stop-and-frisk practices unlawfully targeted racial groups and must be overseen by an independent monitor. The decision, issued by U.S. District Judge Shira Scheindlin in Manhattan, stops short of ending the policy and cites ongoing constitutional concerns.
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Shira Scheindlin
Manhattan
Bill de Blasio
William Thompson
Regulators Subpoena 22 Digital Currency Firms
New York State DFS issued subpoenas to 22 digital currency companies including BitInstant and Dwolla to probe regulatory needs for virtual currencies. DFS Superintendent Benjamin Lawsky warns of criminal abuse risk and potential to shape new guidelines beyond existing money transmission rules. Jaron Lukasiewicz of Coinsetter says dialogue with regulators will benefit the industry.
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Coinsetter
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Obama pushes steps to curb mandatory drug sentences
Attorney General Eric Holder announced federal guidance to avoid mandatory terms in low level drug cases. Proposals include charging practices to exclude drug quantities and giving judges leeway to depart from minimums, pending congressional action.
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