Federal officials seek home work access and email probe
Roundup includes Kraushaar harassment claims at new job after leaving INS. Obama cuts taxpayer funded promotional items. Turkish earthquake deaths and rescue efforts in Van. State Dept eyes Keystone XL reroute to avoid Nebraska sensitive areas delaying decision past 2012 election.
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Incumbents Face Troubled Path in 2012 Races
Voters backed incumbents in many state and local contests while signaling competitive 2012 cycles. Ohio rejected a union bargaining limit but approved a symbolic health care mandate exemption, hinting at ongoing battles over pensions, unions, and the Obama health plan amid persistent jobs concerns.
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Iran nuclear row tests Western unity and Russia’s veto
Western powers weigh tighter Iran sanctions after a U.N. watchdog report on possible weapons programs. Russia opposes new measures, warning of grave security consequences, while France backs stronger action and Israel pushes for limits on Tehran. Oil price risks loom if sanctions bite. Iran argues its program serves energy and research.
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Air Force faces renewed embarrassment over nuclear and mortuary lapses
The Air Force confronts fresh criticism after failures in nuclear weapon handling and mortuary operations. The Dover affair and past arming mistakes trace to strain from two ongoing wars, prompting leadership shakeups and intense oversight reforms.
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Donor pressed for second Solyndra loan
Emails show George Kaiser urged White House and Energy Department officials to arrange a second loan for Solyndra Inc. after a $528 million 2009 loan. The second loan was not approved. Kaiser’s investment group provided a private loan advancing private creditors over taxpayers. Solyndra later filed for bankruptcy, leaving over half a billion dollars at stake.
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