Kagan Faces Health Law Recusal Question In Senate Push
Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan said she would weigh recusal from health care law matters case by case. In written responses, she denied involvement in shaping the law suit response and said she was not asked for views. She faces a Senate Judiciary vote slated for Tuesday amid GOP pressure.
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Senate Dems push 60th vote to end GOP filibuster
Democrats prepare to restore jobless benefits for 2.5 million Americans after four months of standoff. President Obama presses for quick passage while Republicans demand offsetting spending cuts. New senator Carte Goodwin will cast the 60th vote to break the filibuster.
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Mexican car bombing marks a new terror level in drug war
In Ciudad Juarez a first successful car bombing against Mexican security forces killed three, including a federal police officer. U.S. officials say the blast used Tovex gel explosive stolen from private firms, and attackers faked police activity to lure responders. The Juarez cartel and Sinaloa cartel battle for control as graffiti threats target U.S. agencies. FBI and ATF assist in the inquiry.
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HIV gel shows 50 percent protection against infection
A vaginal gel containing tenofovir cut HIV infection risk by about half after one year and 39 percent after two years in South Africa. The study also reduced herpes simplex virus infections and points to potential, though not final, global impact and licensing hurdles. Researchers caution results require confirmation.
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BP well cap leaks oil and gas as relief plan remains
Federal officials said BP’s ruptured Gulf well leaked oil and gas after the cap was reinstalled, but the spill chief urged calm. Thad Allen noted the cap could stay closed for 24 hours while monitoring pressure, with pumping mud discussed as a possible aid and a relief well still the plan for a permanent fix.
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