FBI nominee Comes to confirmation with waterboarding stance
James Comey told senators that waterboarding is torture and illegal and said he opposed CIA enhanced interrogation during the Bush era. He praised FBI Director Mueller for keeping the bureau out of such practices.
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House Republicans Clash Over Immigration Plan Fraying Unity
The Washington Post reports a fractious House GOP meets to map a path on immigration amid divisions over border security and a citizenship pathway. Nearly 30 percent voted against leadership on major issues, signaling fragile party cohesion.
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Memorial service honors Granite Mountain Hotshots in Arizona
Thousands mourn in Prescott Valley with Vice President Biden in attendance for a 2 1/2 hour ceremony honoring 19 hotshots killed in the Yarnell wildfire. Bren dan McDonough, the lone survivor, reads The Hotshots Prayer as families and firefighters gather from across the nation.
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Criminal probe opens into Lac-Megantic train explosion
Canadian police launched a criminal investigation into the Lac-Megantic disaster after a runaway crude oil train derailed and exploded killing about 50 people. Officers, with U S and Canadian help, search the devastated town center as the owner of the train faces possible negligence questions.
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Asiana 777 Crashed After Off Center Landing Attempt
NTSB Chair says the Asiana Airlines Boeing 777 was too low at 500 feet and misaligned as it approached the runway. Investigators note the crew tried to correct course, data shows the plane slowed too much, and two teenage Chinese passengers died while over 180 were injured.
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