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NatSec Hawk Lindsey Graham Announces that He'll Announce His 2016 Run
The South Carolina Republican joins a very crowded GOP field — but could distinguish himself with his foreign policy experience.
Threats
FBI Announces Charges in Alleged Russian Spy Ring
Three men were charged with spying and recruiting informants for information on U.S. economic and trade activity. By Matt Berman and Lauren Fox
Threats
Obama Says Situation in Northern Iraq Now 'Greatly Improved'
While thousands of refugees are now safe, the larger concern about the rest of Iraq's security remains a dire and open question. By Matt Berman
Threats
Obama Slaps New Sanctions on Russian Economy
The president escalated U.S. sanctions on Russia's finance, arms and energy sectors, declaring it the 'main tool' for influencing Vladimir Putin's behavior. By Marina Koren and Matt Berman
Policy
Kerry Makes the Case Against Russia Over Downed Plane
Everything short of troops on the ground was put on the table Sunday as Kerry blasted Moscow and the 'grotesque' behavior of Ukraine's pro-Russian separatists. By Matt Berman and Dustin Volz
Policy
Important But Not Worth It, Americans All Over the Map on Iraq
Poll finds Americans don't like Obama's approach in Iraq, but don't know what else to do either. By Matt Berman
Threats
U.S. Forces Capture Benghazi Suspect
Alleged ringleader finally picked up, taken to secure location outside Libya. By Matt Berman and Emma Roller
Threats
Kerry Warns Russia: The U.S. Is 'Ready to Act'
A week after the Geneva agreement, Secretary of State John Kerry says Russia 'has refused to take a single concrete step in the right direction.' By Matt Berman
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Snowden Asks Putin About Mass Surveillance in Russia
The NSA leaker showed up in the Russian president's annual televised Q&A session Thursday. By Matt Berman
Threats
NSA Reportedly Exploited Heartbleed Bug For Spying Purposes
The agency may have known for years about the security flaw that possibly affected up to two-thirds of the Internet. By Dustin Volz and Matt Berman
Business
Presidential Panel Blasts NSA Data Collection
White House advisors recommend 46 changes to how NSA collects and stores personal data. By Brian Resnick, Marina Koren and Dustin Volz
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Senators Vow To Crack Down on Security Clearances
Capitol Hill wants the system that grants contractors elite access to be much more accountable. By Matt Berman
Policy
Obama: 'We've Struck the Right Balance' on Spying
President Obama announces four major reforms to strengthen oversight of government spying programs. By Matt Berman and Brian Resnick
Threats
Dempsey Warns of 'Significant Threat Stream'
Western interests are a target, according to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. By Matt Berman
Policy
Journalists and Whistleblowers Are the Real Winners in the Manning Trial
Manning's acquittal on the charge of aiding the enemy sent a strong signal to national security whistleblowers and journalists: Go ahead and leak. By Brian Resnick and Matt Berman
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