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Clintons earned at least $30 million since beginning of 2014 5:46am EDT

WASHINGTON - Hillary and Bill Clinton have earned at least $30 million since January 2014, including more than $25 million for delivering about 100 speeches, according to a government filing. | Video

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U.S. House Republicans push two-month extension for transport projects

WASHINGTON - Republicans in the U.S. Congress, unable to reach agreement on a long-term transportation funding bill in time for a May 31 deadline, on Friday introduced legislation for a two-month extension to buy more negotiating time.

15 May 2015
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Obama vows to 'stand by' Gulf allies amid concern over Iran threat

CAMP DAVID, Md. - President Barack Obama vowed on Thursday to back Gulf allies against any "external attack," seeking to reassure them of Washington's iron-clad commitment to their security amid Arab anxiety over U.S.-led efforts to reach a nuclear deal with Iran. | Video

World, 15 May 2015
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Texas bill to hinder gay marriage dies in statehouse

AUSTIN, Texas - Republican-backed legislation to put new blockades on same-sex marriage in Texas died in the statehouse on Friday after failing to win approval by a midnight deadline amid stalling tactics by the Democratic minority.

U.S., Subjects, Gay Marriage 15 May 2015
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Trade supporters breathe easier as U.S. trade bill clears Senate hurdle

WASHINGTON - A 12-nation Pacific trade agreement cleared a crucial test in the U.S. Senate on Thursday, giving a resounding thumbs-up to legislation that holds the key to President Barack Obama's diplomatic pivot to Asia.

Elizabeth Warren 14 May 2015