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All The Counterterrorism The Law Allows

By Christopher Harress
The 16-month U.S. military effort against ISIS has been fought using legislation passed on Sept. 18, 2001, to specifically target those responsible for 9/11.
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Conspiracy Theorist May Have Trump's Ear

By Clark Mindock
In justifying his proposed ban on Muslims entering the U.S., Trump cited a poll from a group headed by Frank Gaffney, who has a long list of critics.
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Homeland Security Chief Reassures Muslims

By Clark Mindock
During a speech at a community center in northern Virginia Monday, Jeh Johnson offered support to American Muslims.
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LeBron James And Nike: Partners For Life

By Angelo Young
Their new endorsement deal will easily surpass the company's 10-year, $300 million arrangement with Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant.
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Facebook Backs Obama's Terror Fight

By Kerry Flynn
The social network and other tech companies have supported user privacy, but that could change to some degree after the president's speech on Sunday.
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Staples, Office Depot Deal Blocked

By Angelo Young
The Federal Trade Commission has rejected a proposed merger of the office supply retailers on grounds that it could hurt the competition.
  • Staples-Office Depot Deal May Be Blocked Again: Report
  • FTC May Delay Decision On Staples-Office Depot Deal: Report
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Netflix Doesn't Need Your Content

By Oriana Schwindt
Ted Sarandos, the streaming service's chief content officer, pushed back Monday against media companies after some complained they had undersold their wares.
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