Last week, news broke that the Justice Department obtained records from AP for its investigation into an internal leak. Now, details are emerging about an investigation of a Fox News reporter that some experts say could harm investigative journalism even more.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has come under fire for proposing a bill relaxing abortion controls even as many other states push restrictions. His office says the bill aims to strengthen Roe v. Wade.
President Obama said in his State of the Union address that he will push for universal preschool. Advocates say the plan could be transformational, but critics say it’s too ambitious.
The New Jersey senator is accused of political favors, bribery, and prostitution. But those charges are difficult to prove, and experts say Menendez has the popularity to ride out the political storm.
The US Postal Service will cut off Saturday letter delivery in August, but plans to continue delivering packages. USPS says the move will save $2 billion annually and help close a yawning budget gap.
New York Gov. Cuomo is proposing creation of an undeveloped coastal buffer zone by spending $400 million to buy and demolish up to 10,000 homes destroyed by superstorm Sandy.
By Husna Haq
May 21, 2013