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Congressman Seeking to Relaunch Afghan War Made Millions in Defense Contracting

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Florida Republican Michael Waltz made up to $25 million from the sale of Metis Solutions, a defense contractor with a spotty record training Afghan security forces.

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Cable News Military Experts Are on the Defense Industry Dole

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Many former military and public officials appearing in the news have more than a patriotic interest in a continued occupation.

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In New York City, Retirees Brace for Switch to Privatized Health Care

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City leaders have awarded the Medicare Advantage deal to a corporate coalition termed “The Alliance.” Former public workers worry their coverage may change.

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The International Response to the Taliban’s Ascent Will Shape Afghans’ Fate

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Experts warn that cutting off international aid to Afghanistan would have dire consequences for ordinary people.

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Sierra Club Executive Director Resigns Amid Upheaval Around Race, Gender, and Abuses

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The century-old environmental giant is trying to deal with its failures and the changing times, according to an internal report.

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U.S. Media Organizations Scramble to Get Hundreds of Afghan Colleagues to Safety

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The process to resettle Afghans who worked with U.S. media is riddled with red tape, and confusing guidelines are leaving some journalists behind.

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Banks Are Opting Out of PPP Loan Forgiveness

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Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and PNC have all passed on an SBA policy that would allow small business owners some relief.

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The Taliban Have Seized U.S. Military Biometrics Devices

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