Washington fights to shore up aging voting systems amid Russian risk
U.S. officials warn that aging vote networks and outdated software leave polling stations vulnerable to foreign attack even as intelligence leaders say Russia views 2018 midterms as a potential target. Congress funds and states’ budgets hinder upgrades while DHS withholds tips from local boards.
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FBI Director Contradicts White House On Porter Clearance Timeline
FBI Director Wray testified before the Senate that the bureau issued a March partial report on Rob Porter clearance and a July completion, followed by a November follow up and January file close. He noted additional information received earlier this month was passed on. White House officials maintained Porter’s case was still under review when he resigned. Porter, accused by two ex wives of spousal abuse, denies the allegations.
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A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper destroyed a Russian-made T-72 tank near Al Tabiyeh Syria over the weekend. No coalition deaths reported. two pro-Syrian government forces may have been killed. The strike occurred after the tank moved within firing range of U.S.-backed forces.
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