Harkin Testifies in Menendez Corruption Trial
Former U.S. Senator Tom Harkin testified as a prosecution witness in New Jersey against Senator Robert Menendez. He described a 2011 meeting with Melgen and Menendez as a courtesy, not a request for favors, and said Melgen pressed for help over an $8.9 million Medicare dispute.
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Trump’s Alabama defeat weakens him and isolates aides
As Trump traveled to Huntsville to boost Luther Strange, aides said he grew angry and isolated after Strange’s loss to Roy Moore in the Alabama GOP primary. Observers noted the president’s reluctance, wavering support from Republicans, and a faltering legislative agenda amid broader party concerns.
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Hugh Hefner dies at 91 in West Los Angeles Playboy founder
Hugh Hefner, founder of Playboy, died at the Playboy Mansion in West Los Angeles at age 91. The media pioneer shaped the sexual revolution with Playboy launched in 1953 and expanded into TV film and documentaries while presiding over Hollywood society from his mansion. Cooper Hefner praised his father as a cultural pioneer supporting free speech civil rights and sexual freedom.
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FEMA Ramps Up Puerto Rico Relief Amid Hardship After Maria
As Hurricane Maria's devastation continues, FEMA and other agencies expand aid for Puerto Rico. Food and water deliveries reach isolated communities while diesel supplies power hospitals and sanitation. About 97 percent lack power and half lack running water as 2,200 federal workers coordinate relief in San Juan.
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Jones Act debate delays Puerto Rico relief after Maria
After Hurricane Maria Puerto Rico faces shortages as aid must travel on U S ships due to the Jones Act. The act demands American built owned flagged and crewed vessels for coast to coast transport. Critics say waiving it would speed deliveries while supporters note protection for U S shipyards and jobs.
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