Trump’s Afghan troop boost to cost over one billion
U S military leaders told lawmakers the extra troops ordered to Afghanistan will cost just over 1 billion dollars a year, raising the war bill to about 12.5 billion annually. Defense Secretary Mattis urged staying in the Iran nuclear deal amid Trump’s criticism.
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Trump praises administration and first responders in Puerto Rico
In San Juan after Hurricane Maria, President Trump lauded the recovery effort and the “amazing job” of responders and his administration. He noted the official death toll as 16, urged more aid, and contrasted Puerto Rico’s needs with Texas and Florida while facing political tension with local leaders.
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White House seeks 29 billion disaster aid package
The administration outlines a 29B aid plan combining 16B to shore up the flood insurance program and nearly 13B for FEMA disaster relief. It would also replenish federal firefighting accounts with 577 million. House leaders support emergency funding amid Harvey Irma Maria claims.
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Senator seeks cyber safety info from voting machine makers
U S Senator Ron Wyden asks the CEOs of top voting technology firms how their systems defend against cyber attacks. DHS and federal officials note Russian targeting of state election systems in 2016. Responses will detail internal security tests and adherence to best practices.
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