Appeals court voids FCC net neutrality rules nationwide
A U.S. appeals court in Washington DC struck down the FCC open Internet rules that barred paid fast lanes, ruling the agency lacked a mandate to regulate broadband providers. Verizon and other carriers praised the decision while consumer groups warned of potential faster access for big content providers like Netflix and ESPN. President Obama pledged to work with all parties to preserve an open Internet.
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Oklahoma judge rules ban on same sex marriage unconstitutional
A federal judge struck down Oklahoma's ban on same sex marriage, ordering immediate effect but stayed pending appeal. Judge Terence Kern cited equal protection, noting rights must be guaranteed. The ruling aligns with similar cases expanding recognition in Utah and other states.
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Congress stalls extended jobless benefits in Senate
The effort to renew emergency federal unemployment benefits for about 1.5 million Americans stalled in the Senate as Democrats and Republicans rejected competing proposals. Leaders urged continued talks before the next recess, with Obama pressing for renewal for long-term unemployed.
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Obama vows to use executive actions to push policy goals
President Obama said he would not wait for Congress to pass legislation and signaled plans to unveil a review of surveillance practices. He touted a pen and a phone to advance priorities including immigration reform and gun control, while Boehner criticized focus on the economy.
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Branstad Plans 14 City Tour Ending With Major Campaign Announcement
Gov Terry Branstad and Lt Gov Kim Reynolds will visit 14 Iowa cities starting tonight in a bid to detail their vision for the state. The campaign rollout includes a major announcement at the Hy Vee Conference Center in West Des Moines at 6 30 p m. The stop list spans West Des Moines Pella Ottumwa Fort Madison Muscatine Davenport Dubuque Cedar Rapids Waterloo Mason City Fort Dodge Orange City Sioux City and Council Bluffs through Saturday. Branstad seeks a fifth term after earlier service as governor and leadership at Des Moines University.
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