Supreme Court strikes AIDS funding policy constraint
The Supreme Court ruled 6-2 that a Bush era law requiring nonprofits to adopt an anti prostitution policy to receive HIV AIDS program funding abroad violates First Amendment free speech. Justice Elena Kagan recused, likely due to her prior role as solicitor general.
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Rio de Janeiro Protests Grow to 300000 in Streets
In Rio de Janeiro about 300000 demonstrators filled the city center in a mass protest over corruption economic injustice and taxes. Police used tear gas as clashes erupted with stone throwing protesters amid broader demonstrations in Salvador and Brasília.
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Obama to nominate Comey to lead FBI
President Obama will name former Justice Department official James B. Comey Jr. to head the FBI for a 10 year term. Comey draws bipartisan support and is expected to face a straightforward confirmation, with hearings likely to probe domestic surveillance and privacy concerns.
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All-female jury chosen in Zimmerman trial in Sanford
In Sanford Florida a six member all female jury was selected to decide George Zimmerman's fate for the 2012 killing of Trayvon Martin. Judge Debra Nelson said opening statements would begin Monday marking the trial's formal start after two weeks of jury selection.
Four Senators Seek to Block Syria Military Aid
Four senators introduced a bill to bar funds for military or covert operations in Syria, citing insufficient information about arming rebels. Sponsors Udall Murphy Lee Paul argue against unilateral action and urge congressional debate before deeper U.S. involvement.
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Afghan peace bid on hold in Doha amid Taliban office row
Talks between the United States and the Taliban to end Afghanistan’s war were delayed by Afghan anger over the opening ceremony of the Taliban office in Doha Qatar. State Department officials said talks would occur soon while Kerry’s upcoming Doha visit was noted but not aimed at direct negotiations.
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