Senate advances border funds with unexpected Republican support
The Senate approved a 2.7 billion emergency border package with 63 votes to 33 as Republicans defected from the party line. The move aims to avert a funding shortfall for border agencies facing a surge of minors, despite Democratic resistance and a rival House plan stalled by infighting. The clock ticks toward August recess as lawmakers struggle to reach consensus on border policy.
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Ukraine and Russia clash as sanctions bite and MH17 site threatened
Kyiv and Moscow traded blame over fresh U S and EU penalties while G7 warned of harsher steps. Ukraine accused pro Russian rebels near MH17 crash site of fortifying the area with land mines to obstruct investigation as Moscow warned of energy price rises from Western measures.
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Liberia closes schools as Ebola outbreak widens
Liberia orders school closures and quarantines to curb the spread of Ebola the World Health Organization calls a major public health emergency. Security forces enforce measures as Peace Corps withdraws 340 volunteers and U.S. aid workers face serious illness.
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House votes to sue Obama marks historic checks and balances moment
The House votes 225 to 201 to authorize Speaker Boehner to sue President Obama over ACA enforcement. The move sparks bipartisan debate on executive authority and constitutional balance as November elections loom.
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