Justice Department drops China spy initiative as past target speaks out
In a case now dismissed, prosecutors accused Gang Chen, an American citizen, of being loyal to China.
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In a case now dismissed, prosecutors accused Gang Chen, an American citizen, of being loyal to China.
The woman testified in front of a federal grand jury last week hearing evidence in the Gaetz investigation.
Gaetz is under investigation for sex trafficking and obstruction of justice.
Capitol Police is "stretched" trying to keep lawmakers safe, an official said.
"We knew there were going to be thousands of protesters. And we knew there were gonna be extremists there," the official said.
Tom Manger said the department has addressed areas such as planning for big demonstrations, intelligence gathering and making sure officers have the training and equipment they need.
Inspector General said Capitol Police still needs to follow through on 74 of the 104 recommendations made in the year since the insurrection
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More than 30 soldiers suffering from traumatic brain injuries after a missile attack were denied the Purple Heart.
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The company earlier this year settled a wrongful death lawsuit from the family of a college student who died believing he owed more than $700,000 for a sophisticated, risky trade.
The U.S. Capitol Police have asked the National Guard to be on standby for Saturday's rally, and officials are installing temporary fencing around the building.
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Capitol Police leadership plans to hold briefings on security plans with members of Congress next week.
Unless Congress passes a supplemental security bill, the fund to pay officers will run out in mid-August.