Ex-border agents linked to prison release case report
Two former Border Patrol agents convicted of shooting a drug smuggler and attempting to hide the crime were released from prison. The report covers the case and related background on the officers involved.
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Obama signs 787 billion stimulus into law in Denver
President Obama signed a 787 billion stimulus package in Denver aiming to revive the economy through spending programs and tax cuts. The measure seeks short term job creation and long term viability with tax breaks, aid to states, and support for homeowners facing foreclosure, while future plans remain possible.
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Cartels terrorize Villa Ahumada border town
Villa Ahumada Mexico struggles as cartel violence escalates. After 70 gunmen killed the police chief and officers last spring the town’s police force quit leaving residents fearful and vulnerable despite distant military checkpoints. Nine residents were kidnapped recently. The town sits on a major drug route near El Paso and relies on federal troops while locals cope with extortion and intimidation. Mayor fled briefly. 15 000 residents face entrenched crime.
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el Paso
Texas
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Virginia
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San Diego State University
Baja California
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Chihuahua City
NATO warns of Pakistan Taliban truce risks safe haven
NATO and Britain voiced concern over a Pakistan Swat Valley ceasefire with Taliban militants. The pact suspends a military offensive and envisions Islamic law, prompting warnings that extremists could gain a safe haven as clashes and displacement continue in the region near Afghanistan.
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Afghanistan
al-Qaida
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Brussels
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British High Commission
Islamabad
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Japan
U.S. Defense Department
Obama to send 17,000 troops to Afghanistan
President Obama approves adding about 17 000 U S troops to Afghanistan to stabilize a deteriorating situation. The White House plans 8 000 Marines first then a Army brigade, with total forces around 21 000 including support units, reshuffling units from Iraq to southern Afghanistan.
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Afghanistan
Washington
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U.S
United States
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Iraq
White House
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