Trafficking victims bill stalls in Senate

Trafficking victims bill stalls in Senate

WASHINGTON – Senate Republicans fell short of the 60 votes needed to limit debate Tuesday on legislation that would increase penalties for sex traffickers. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, has picked up bipartisan support for his Justice for Victims of Sex Trafficking...

American green over the green line

WASHINGTON – As President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stake out opposing positions on a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, some Western advocacy groups are speaking with their wallets by sending money to West Bank...
Presidential hopefuls court firefighter support

Presidential hopefuls court firefighter support

By Adam Mintzer and Haley Hinkle WASHINGTON — Presidential hopefuls vied for the support of firefighters on Tuesday, pitching their campaign messages about middle class business values and the need for “grassroots political movement” to union members. Sens. Bernie...