Rio Rancho Land Fraud Indictment Targets Developers
A New York grand jury indicted Rio Rancho developers on 80 counts for allegedly fraudulently selling $200 million of undeveloped desert lots near Albuquerque. AMREP CORP. denies all charges as Wisconsin teacher Carolyn Scheer recounts her failed investment and failed resale hopes.
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Gun Control Effort Stalled by Congressional Dispute
A House subcommittee struggle halts progress on a new gun control bill as Chairman Conyers and Ranking Republican McClory clash over using McClory's framework. Both support stronger gun laws but differ on how to proceed. The impasse prevents advance on drafting legislation.
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House Judiciary Subcommittee
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Robert McClory
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House Defeat of Debt Ceiling Bill Sparks Debate on Spending Cuts
The House rejected a $30 billion increase in the national debt limit to $597 billion by 217 to 178. Without action, the limit would fall to $400 billion on November 15, forcing continued borrowing as the government runs deficits and presses the issue of spending restraint.
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U.S. Treasury
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