US Will Keep 1,000 Extra Troops In Afghanistan In Early 2015
U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said "10,800 troops, rather than 9,800, could remain in Afghanistan ... for the first few months in 2015."
Luke Somers Dies In Rescue Attempt, Sister Says; Yemeni Defense Ministry Says Unnamed US Hostage Freed
U.S. and Yemeni forces launched a raid to rescue Somers late Friday, after the U.S. learned his captors planned to kill him Saturday.
Chuck Hagel In Surprise Visit To Afghanistan; Expresses 'Confidence' In Afghan Forces
The outgoing defense secretary, on an unannounced visit to Kabul, expressed support for the country's fight against the Taliban.
Obama Administration To Tighten Rules On Federal Law Enforcement's Use Of Racial Profiling
The changes have been discussed for years but would come as thousands protest what they perceive as racial profiling and excessive use of force.
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Warren Buffett Gives Money To Hillary Clinton 2016 Campaign Group, His First-Ever Super PAC Donation
The billionaire has long shunned donating to super PACs, which he calls "wrong." But he gave "Ready for Hillary" the max allowable amount.
Hillary Clinton On Eric Garner, Michael Brown: 'I Know That A Lot Of Hearts Are Breaking'
Tanks that can withstand roadside bombs "have no place on our streets," Clinton said.
White House Christmas Tree Lighting 2014: Live Stream, History And List Of Performers For National Ceremony [VIDEO]
The White House Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony is a 92-year-old tradition.
House GOP Votes To Block Obama Immigration Orders
The House voted on party lines in a symbolic move to oppose President Barack Obama's immigration executive orders.
Anti-Immigrant Bill Update: White House Threatens Veto of GOP Symbolic Immigration Resolution
The White House warned they will veto a bill that will never make it to the president's desk.
Pastor Steven Anderson Says ‘AIDS-Free World By Christmas’ Is Possible If LGBT People Are ‘Executed’
A sermon given by the Arizona pastor has gone viral for making discriminatory statements against the LGBT community.
Eric Garner Protests Across The Nation Were Peaceful, But Powerful
After another grand jury chose not to indict a white cop in the death of a black man, protesters marched in New York and cities across the U.S.
Anti-Immigration Protesters Rally with GOP Lawmakers Outside Capitol
A small crowd opposing the president's immigration executive orders rallied with Republican members of Congress.
War On ISIS: Rand Paul Proposes Formal Declaration Against Islamic State, Calls Obama's Current Military Operations Illegal
The senator reminds Obama that the Constitution grants Congress the sole power to declare war.
Obama: Russia Bigger Concern Than China, Putin Has 'Backward-Looking Approach' In Ukraine
Obama said that the war in Ukraine has to fall out of favor with Russians before leadership changes course.
Congress Likely To Pass Tax Break One-Year Deal
After being at the edge of a comprehensive deal, Congress will punt and pass a one-year extension of tax breaks.
Native American Youth 2014: Obama To Announce Generation Indigenous Program To Improve Young American Indians' Education, Poverty Situations
President Barack Obama's new program hopes to increase young Native Americans' college preparation, leadership skills and career prospects.
Mexican Missing Students Update: National Mobilization for Peace in Mexico Marches Held To Protest Drug War
Protesters in more than 50 U.S. cities Wednesday will advocate for peace and ask Congress to stop providing military aid in Mexico's drug war.
Who Is Alan Gross? American Prisoner ‘Wasting Away’ In Cuba, Wife Urges Obama To Act
The U.S. government has repeatedly called on Cuba to release Alan Gross, who was supposedly unaware that what he was doing was illegal.
India Forms Panel To Fast-Track Investment Proposals From US Ahead Of Obama Visit
India has formed a ministerial panel to identify bottlenecks faced by US investors in doing business in India.
2016 Presidential Candidates Poll: Hillary Clinton, Mitt Romney Top Picks; Elizabeth Warren And Dr. Ben Carson Second
A CNN/ORC International poll found them to be in the lead for 2016. In second place: Elizabeth Warren and Dr. Ben Carson.
Body Cameras For US Police Officers: Are The Programs Effective?
Police departments across the country are increasingly feeling pressured to use body cameras to record their interactions with civilians.
GOP Considering Symbolic Vote Against Obama Immigration Orders
The House leadership may try to placate conservatives with a symbolic vote while keeping the government open, but the right isn't buying.
Obama's Law Enforcement Reforms After Michael Brown Shooting Called Weak By Civil Rights Advocates
Local police now regularly employ armored vehicles, tactical armor and assault weapons from the military.
Ashton Carter To Replace Defense Secretary Hagel
Viewed as a safe pick to lead the Pentagon, Ashton Carter, the former deputy defense secretary, will soon be nominated by President Obama.
#GivingTuesday 2014: Nonprofits, Schools Ask For Donations In Charities' Response To Black Friday
Following Black Friday and Cyber Monday is the day to donate money or time to your favorite charities.
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