Pompeo faces confirmation hearing for CIA leadership
Rep. Mike Pompeo a Wichita Republican and former Army cavalry officer is set to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee about his fitness to lead the CIA amid President-elect Donald Trump’s push. The hearing comes as Trump has criticized U.S. intelligence and questions Russia’s role in the 2016 election. Pompeo’s record on surveillance, NSA reforms, and stance on Russia are under scrutiny ahead of a likely vote.
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Sebelius criticizes Brownback tax cuts as disaster in Kansas
Kathleen Sebelius said Kansas showed the negative outcomes of Gov Brownback’s 2012 tax cuts and urged scrutiny before applying similar measures nationally. She noted slower job growth, population loss, and educational funding concerns, contrasting Kansas with neighboring states.
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GCCC Eyes Purchase of Remaining Wagner Apartments
Garden City Community College advances a plan to buy the remaining Laurel Street apartments from the Wag ners, aiming to expand housing for growing programs including cyber security and nursing while combining funds to reduce financing costs. Trustees anticipate a special meeting for final action after public notice and potential protests.
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Kansas contractors forecast modest 2017 gains amid public-spending concerns
Nationwide construction optimism for 2017 contrasts with Kansas where firms expect only modest gains. A survey of about 24 Kansas contractors by the Associated General Contractors of America found 84 percent expect to add 1 to 5 employees, with no planned layoffs. Kansas sees slower highway and higher education growth and more project downsizing than the national pattern.
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