NSA nominee likely to face tough questions on surveillance
Vice Adm. Michael S. Rogers would take on the challenge of mending the NSA’s image.
Kerry commits to sanctions in talks with key Iran diplomat
In a rare one-on-one meeting, Kerry stresses restrictions will still be enforced amid nuclear negotiations.
In Munich, U.S. officials urge ‘transatlantic renaissance’
Kerry, Hagel press European allies to step up efforts to address an array of political and security challenges.
Peace plan would allow most West Bank settlers to stay
U.S. envoy, promoting effort, outlines proposed borders in briefing with American Jewish leaders.
U.S. to push for early release of more federal prisoners
Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole says the White House will seek candidates for clemency.
U.S. will seek death penalty in Boston bombing
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev faces 30 counts, including use of a weapon of mass destruction resulting in death and the bombing of a public place.
Officials: 92 Air Force officers implicated in test scandal
Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James says the allegations suggest “systemic problems” in the service.
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House panel opens investigation into Navy bribery scandal
Rep. Issa expresses concern that internal probes into Glenn Defense Marine won’t “go far enough.”
Assad dragging his feet on chemical arsenal, U.S. says
Obama administration says only 4 percent of Syria’s most dangerous weapons have been removed.
White House has resumed nonlethal aid to Syrian rebels
Ambulances, school supplies and other items are being sent to civilian local governments and charities.
Terrorism suspect challenges warrantless surveillance
Colorado man is first criminal defendant to challenge 2008 law’s constitutionality.
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