Walker Launches 2016 Presidential Bid From Wisconsin Hall
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker declared his candidacy for president, casting himself as a fighter who has battled unions and enacted a conservative agenda in a state that leans Democratic. He highlighted tax cuts, union fights, and a right to work stance as he joins a 15-candidate GOP field.
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Obama commutes 46 non-violent drug offenders nationwide
President Obama grants 46 commutations for non-violent drug offenders halving or softening penalties. Fourteen faced life terms. most had sentences of 20 years or more. He cites cost, fairness, and future reforms to be announced at the NAACP event in Philadelphia.
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Justice Dept warns food firms of criminal action over outbreaks
The Justice Department warns food companies they may face criminal and civil penalties after deadly outbreaks. Associate Attorney General Stuart Delery says officials will hold individuals and firms responsible for unsafe food, citing past cases such as Peanut Corporation of America and Blue Bell Creameries amid listeria and salmonella incidents.
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Pentagon plan to lift transgender ban announced
Defense Secretary Ash Carter says current rules banning transgender service are outdated and a six month study will start with the assumption that transgender people should serve openly. A working group will address health care housing standards uniforms and costs while current bans remain for new recruits.
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