Health care marketplaces struggle to verify subsidy eligibility
Federal inspectors say online marketplaces under the Affordable Care Act may allow inaccurate data and possible fraud in determining subsidies. The Office of Inspector General cites weak internal controls at federal and some state marketplaces, noting income and Social Security data checks are insufficient. Republicans blame the administration, arguing safeguards are missing to protect taxpayer dollars.
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Israel Mourns Teens as Gaza Strikes Intensify
Thousands attend the burial of three Israeli teenagers blamed on Hamas. President Peres vows punishment while Israel conducts airstrikes in Gaza and Cabinet meets to discuss further actions amid regional tensions. Netanyahu pledges to strike Hamas leadership and infrastructure. United States and Egypt call for restraint.
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Egypt
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Iraqi Parliament Feud Halts First Session Amid Crisis
Sunni and Kurdish lawmakers walked out of Iraq's first post election session, adjourned with no quorum. Prime Minister Maliki remains caretaker as U.S. pressure to replace him persists and Islamic State forces loom near Baghdad.
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White House Warns States Road Funds Near Depletion
The Obama administration warned states that federal highway funds will be largely depleted in August. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx said reimbursements will slow as the U S Highway Trust Fund drops below a critical threshold, due to reduced gas tax revenues and higher efficiency vehicles.
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U.S. Highway Trust Fund
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