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The CIA, the Pentagon and Obama’s Drone War
Unmanned drones are re-shaping both the gathering of intelligence and the conduct of warfare by the Obama Administration.
By Warren Olney • • 1h 0m ListenUnmanned drones are re-shaping both the gathering of intelligence and the conduct of warfare by the Obama Administration.
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3 storiesCitigroup Cutting 11,000 Jobs to Save $1 Billion a Year
Citibank—once the biggest thing of its kind in the world—has new leadership. But the recession is still taking its toll. Today, it announced it’s closing branches around the world, scaling back consumer lending in developing countries—and cutting 11,000 jobs.
Read the story12 minThe Pentagon Expands its Spying Operations: What Does This Mean for Obama’s Drone Program?
Unmanned drones are re-shaping both the gathering of intelligence and the conduct of warfare by the Obama Administration. CIA civilians have been firing drones at suspected terrorists, while the military plans to deploy more spies. Will this mean more targeted killings? President Obama has been deciding which individuals will live or die.
Read the story30 minWashington State’s Marijuana Law to go into effect tomorrow
The Governors of Washington and Colorado have asked the Obama Justice Department for guidance now that their laws are in conflict with the federal prohibition on marijuana.
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