Why FBI trusted Steele despite missteps in Trump dossier
The Grassley Graham referral reveals FBI officials pressed to accept Christopher Steele’s claims to obtain a FISA wiretap on Carter Page. They trusted Steele’s credibility as a former British spy and relied on uncorroborated material tied to Hillary Clinton’s campaign, even after sensing possible Steele deception and press disclosures.
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FEMA Should Toughen Scrutiny Over MRE Contracts
The piece criticizes FEMA for outsourcing disaster aid to Tiffany Brown of Tribute Contracting, who failed to deliver 18.3 million meals for Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria. It notes delays in power recovery, questions sourcing plans, and calls for stronger vetting of contractors while supporting FEMA’s decision to cancel and fight her appeal.
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United Way campaign near goal for Adirondack region
United Way of the Adirondack Region aims to raise 725000 to fund 42 partner agencies aiding residents in Clinton Essex and Franklin counties. With about 70 percent of funds raised, organizers warn the final push must bring in 30 percent in closing days to help up to 80000 people, sharing services from Ticonderoga to Plattsburgh.
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Notable historical events on February 15
February 15 marks a string of historical moments from 1798 House feud in Philadelphia with Roger Griswold and Matthew Lyon to Galileo Galilei's birth in 1564 and the 1898 explosion of the USS Maine. Other items include Roosevelt's 1933 Miami assassination attempt, Singapore’s 1942 surrender, Windsor funerals, and Dahmer and Fossett cases.
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George VI
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Davos
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Sabena Airlines
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Milwaukee
Jeffrey Dahmer
Dahmer
Princess Margaret
Steve Fossett
Cook County
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Yerington
Nevada
Fossett
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Sierra Nevada
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