Democrats Block Late Term Abortion Bill In Senate
Senate Democrats thwarted a Republican bid to ban most late term abortions amid funding showdown fears. The chamber voted 54 to 42 to proceed but failed to reach 60 votes to end a filibuster. The dispute intersects with talks to avert a government shutdown and sets stage for further votes on funding and Planned Parenthood.
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Kentucky clerk could head back to court over licenses
In Franks Kentucky, Rowan County Clerk Kim Davis may face court action over altered marriage licenses issued to same sex couples. Lawyers for two gay and two straight couples urged a federal judge to force reissuance or appoint a receiver. Davis argues licenses lack her authorization and reflect federal court order.
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Gunman Kills Deputy Outside Lawyer Office in Shalimar
In Shalimar Florida a gunman shot and killed a sheriff's deputy outside a lawyer's office during a domestic violence restraining order handover. The suspect fled to a Niceville motel, barricaded himself, fired at deputies, and was killed in the ensuing exchange. Deputy Bill Myers was wounded by the gunman earlier but survived. Authorities identified the suspect as 33 year old Joel Dixon Smith and described him as a former postal worker.
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