McCain in stable condition after intestinal infection surgery
Senator John McCain 81 remains in stable condition after surgery to treat an intestinal infection related to diverticulitis at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix. The update comes as he battles a deadly brain cancer and was released by his family and Senate office.
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GOP banks on tax cuts to keep majority in Congress
USA TODAY analyzes shows Republicans and allies pouring about 17,800 TV ads this year touting the tax overhaul. Democrats counter with spots accusing the cuts of favoring the wealthy and risking Medicare and Social Security. Americans for Prosperity with Koch influence funds a large share, targeting vulnerable Democrats in Trump-favorable states.
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Inspectors barred from Douma as Syria blocks access
The OPCW said Syrian and Russian officials blocked a fact finding team from reaching Douma where rebels accuse government forces of chemical attacks. Director general Uzumen Anmet cited pending security issues and urged UNDSS coordination for deployment. Russia blamed the UN, which security agencies denied.
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Storms sweep across eastern U S with snow floods and wind
A lengthy storm walloped the eastern United States with floods in New York City and other areas, heavy snow in the Dakotas Minnesota and Wisconsin and tornadoes cutting power lines. One Milwaukee man died shoveling snow. Hospitals airports and roads faced delays and closures as communities dig out from extreme weather.
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