Senate Judiciary Committee backs major sentencing reform
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bipartisan sentencing reform measure aimed at reducing mandatory drug sentences and ending the three strike rule. The proposal would apply retroactively, offering a pathway to early release for rehabilitated inmates, but faces hurdles from conservative amendments and political concerns.
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Obama vetoes defense bill over funding and limits
President Barack Obama vetoed a $612 billion defense policy bill arguing it ties his hands on top priorities. He praised gains in funding and retirements but accused Republicans of gimmicks and blocked changes. Republicans vowed to override as budget clashes persist.
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Carson leads Iowa Republicans in Quinnipiac poll
Ben Carson tops Donald Trump 28 percent to 20 percent among Iowa Republicans in the Quinnipiac University survey. The retired neurosurgeon gains with evangelical voters as Trump trails in Iowa while leading six national polls. Rubio and Cruz follow with 13 and 10 percent.
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Ohio voter early turnout tops 61 thousand with 223k absentee requests
Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted reports more than 61 000 residents voted early and about 223 000 absentee ballots requested for next month s election. About 27 000 voted in person and 34 000 by mail last week as three statewide ballot initiatives and over 1 700 local issues appear on Election Day.
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Ryan a Possible One-Year Speaker as 115th Congress Looms
The piece weighs Ryan’s fragile tenure as House speaker, suggesting a prudent path: step down after about 430 days to seek the presidency or Wisconsin governorship. It notes opposition from the Freedom Caucus and forecasts a clash over leadership as 2016 elections unfold, with organizational meetings in November 2016 shaping his fate.
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ResponsibleOhio reports $553000 in campaign funds ahead of Election Day
The group backing Issue 3 has raised about $12 million in three months and spent similar amounts, with roughly $553000 on hand. Center for Public Integrity estimates show ResponsibleOhio aired about 8200 TV ads across Ohio and West Virginia since 2014, while opponents spent just over $33000 on 31 ads.
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Experience Counts Mayors Contest Announcement
Local election notes highlight two mayoral candidates, WZ Holly and Brenda MPR, emphasizing experience as the deciding factor for voters in upcoming race. The brief outlines candidate backgrounds and campaign themes.
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