Holder resigns as Attorney General after long tenure
Eric Holder, the first Black U S attorney general and a civil rights advocate, announces resignation after leading the Justice Department since Obama's term began. He will stay until a replacement is confirmed, with Republicans signaling a tough confirmation fight. Obama hails him as the people’s lawyer while Holder reflects on gun safety and the Ferguson investigation.
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Immigrant families miss follow ups after border release
A confidential ICE briefing shows about 70 percent of immigrant families released after border crossings did not return for follow up appointments. Officials say roughly 41,000 people may have failed to report, with limited detention capacity and ongoing deportation actions for those involved.
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Congress Uses War Funds to Fight Ebola in West Africa
Congressional leaders approved using leftover Afghanistan war money for Ebola relief in West Africa. Only 50 million of Obama’s 1 billion request was approved for immediate use, while the rest awaits a Pentagon spending plan and briefings. Senator Inhofe demanded more mission details before final approval.
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Turkey joins coalition against Islamic State after delays
Washington reports Turkey is moving from reluctance to acceptance and will join NATO allies and Sunni partners in a coalition to destroy the Islamic State group. Details on concrete aid remain unclear as Ankara seeks to protect borders, tourism, and its own security while hosting 1.5 million Syrian and Iraqi refugees.
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