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Members of Congress in both parties want unauthorized immigrants to serve in the military. So, reportedly, does the Pentagon. But opposition and a race against the clock are threatening both congressional and administrative action


The Pentagon plans to expand an existing program to some unauthorized immigrants. But the person who designed the program says the new plan will just crush their dreams.


Next week is going to be a big one for US energy and climate policy.


In many government programs, if you’re eligible for aid, you get it. Not so in housing.


Watch unemployment evolve over a 35-year timespan.


Some drivers worry that competition between Uber and Lyft will drive down their incomes. But the companies’ rivalry is great for customers.


The Pentagon has approved a plan to allow some young unauthorized immigrants to enroll in the armed forces — but only if they have particular skills


Yet more wrongdoing in the ongoing VA scandal.


The limepocalypse looks like it’s getting over. Here’s how to prep for the next one.


Another historic victory for LGBT rights.


Unlike Tim Cook, Google’s executives don’t need to pay attention to Wall Street. That lets them focus 100 percent on being awesome.


The fast food company commanded Thailand’s anti-junta protesters to stop using the golden arches.


The VA is getting more health-care funding, but it’s not clear if it’s enough.


Jay Carney isn’t flacking for the White House anymore, but his love for Guided By Voices is true and unending.


Congress killed emissions trading back in 2010. But new EPA rules may revive the idea.