Week Could Shape GOP Direction in 2016
Washington Republicans face a year of branding as the party of Trump or a home for conservative governance. The party struggles over a spending plan, a potential government shutdown, and a Las Vegas debate where Trump defends his rhetoric. Chair Larry Sabato calls the GOP brand fragile amid polls showing Democratic leads.
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Hillary Clinton expands poll lead in Iowa race
Hillary Clinton holds a nine point edge over Bernie Sanders among likely Democratic caucus goers in Iowa six weeks before the 2016 nominating contest. Clinton leads 48 percent to 39 percent with Sanders drawing support from a broad coalition and Biden not yet factoring.
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Juror deliberations in Porter's role in Freddie Gray death
Prosecutors urged that Officer William Porter turned a van arrest into a casket by not helping Freddie Gray. Defense said the case rests on theory, with jurors asked to fill blanks. Porter faces involuntary manslaughter and other charges as jurors hear closing arguments.
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Egyptian probe finds no evidence of bomb in jet crash
Egypt said the Oct. 31 Russian jet crash that killed 224 people shows no signs of unlawful interference or terrorism as a preliminary report is released. Separately, FAA rules require drone registration for hobbyists by Feb. 19, 2016 with penalties for noncompliance and a waivable fee.
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