Fed Treads Water While Eyes June Policy Meeting
Fed officials signal possible action at the June 19-20 policy meeting as long term U.S. rates hover at record lows. Analysts say further rate cuts may provide little economy boost and political pressure could curb stimulus before the November election. Bernanke stressed caution while weighing May and May job data and the potential extension of Operation Twist to stimulate lending.
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Surge in personal crisis reports among U.S. troops
Pentagon data show 154 personal crisis reports for active-duty troops in the first 155 days of the year, roughly 50 percent more than U.S. forces killed in Afghanistan to date, reflecting wartime strain from Iraq and Afghanistan, increased abuse several factors.
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