Prospects fade for border crisis resolution in Congress
Washington lawmakers traded accusations over the border surge as talks stall ahead of the August recess. Cruz seeks to undo Obama's policy granting work permits to many young migrants, while Reid and Menendez oppose rapid changes without due process. Boehner tempered optimism as a working group fails to deliver.
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Senators press GM to fire top lawyer amid ignition switch recall
Senate subcommittee hearings scrutinize GM handling of defective ignition switches and air bag failures in 2.6 million small cars. Chair Claire McCaskill calls for firing corporate counsel Michael Millikin. debate over transparency, legal shield waivers, and expanded victim compensation continues as Barbara Barra defends leadership.
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Public Meeting on Dairy Rule Amendments in Roswell NM
New Mexico Environment Department will hold a public meeting in Roswell on July 29 2014 at Bassett Auditorium Roswell Museum to discuss proposed amendments 20.6.6 NMAC for dairy permit conditions. DIGCE proponents and Coalition environmental groups will present information with time for public comment. A separate hearing before the Water Quality Control Commission is set for November 2014 in Santa Fe.
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Manning to Begin Gender Treatment in Military Custody
The Army will start rudimentary gender treatment for Pvt. Chelsea Manning at Fort Leavenworth after the Bureau of Prisons rejected transferring her to a civilian facility. Defense Secretary Hagel approved continuing custody and initiating care, potentially including hormone therapy, raising questions about treatment level and facility transfer. Manning’s lawyer welcomed the move, urging broader care and threatening legal action if needed.
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