Dolezal confronts questions on race identity and past claims
Rachel Dolezal faced tough questions about her racial identity in a deposition with Howard University lawyers who questioned whether she misled the admissions office. She said she identified as black, while saying biologically she is Caucasian. The case prompted local unrest as Spokane's NAACP leader and community members warn of broader damage to civil rights work amid continuing scrutiny.
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U.S. Falls Short on Training Iraqi Forces for IS Fight
Defense Secretary Ash Carter told the House panel the United States will miss its goal of training 24,000 Iraqi troops this fall, with only about 7,000 trainees plus 2,000 counterterrorism personnel ready so far. He cited recruitment gaps and verification hurdles for Syria and Iraq programs. The hearing also covered the failed bid to force an Authorization for Use of Military Force and the ongoing debate over U.S. troop roles and airstrike support.
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AT&T Hit With Record $100 Million FCC Fine
The FCC says AT&T Mobility misled customers by selling unlimited data plans that slowed after reaching a limit. AT&T disputes the charge, which could drop if it proves the FCC allegations wrong. FTC also pursuing refunds in a related case. AT&T Mobility is based in Atlanta, a subsidiary of Dallas-based AT&T Inc.
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Obama and Republicans push quick rescue of trade plan
President Obama and top House Republicans broker a bipartisan move to salvage the trade agenda after last week’s Democratic rebellion. A stand-alone bill seeks enhanced negotiating authority for a 12 nation Pacific Rim deal, with continued aid to workers at risk from imports.
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