Pentagon to allow same-sex spouses benefits
The Pentagon is set to begin granting same-sex spouses of military members eligibility for benefits that are available to opposite-sex spouses.
Study shows half of those who buy own health insurance eligible for aid
A recent study shows that half of the people who now purchase their own insurance are eligible for assistance.
White House “disappointed” in Russia asylum decision
The White House stated Thursday that the US is disappointed in the country’s decision to grant asylum to Edward Snowden.
Justice Department to issue challenge to states after voting rights ruling
The Justice Department is expected to issue a challenge to states in response to a Supreme Court ruling regarding voting rights.
Russian hackers steal 160 million bank card numbers
Russian hackers stole 160 million bank card numbers after infiltrating corporate networks over a seven-year time frame.
Student loan bill defeated in Senate
A student loan bill aimed at keeping interest rates low was defeated in the Senate on Wednesday.
Senate passes historic immigration measure
The Senate has passed historic legislation related to immigration in the country.
Chinese wind turbine company accused of stealing trade secrets
A Chinese wind turbine company has been accused of stealing trade secrets from a U.S. software company.
Supreme Court makes landmark gay marriage decisions
The Supreme Court made landmark rulings Tuesday that give a boost to gay marriage.
Court says Shirley Sherrod can continue with defamation case
An appeals court has stated Agriculture Department employee Shirley Sherrod can proceed with a defamation case against a blogger.
Senate Democrats move forward with spending bills
Senate Democrats move ahead with bills that ignore mandated spending cuts, adding $91 million more to the “spending cap.”
Supreme Court votes to allow ‘pay-for-delay’ generic drug deal challenges
The Supreme Court has ruled that deals made between pharmaceutical companies and their generic drug competition may be challenged.