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Friday, March 16, 2012

Season 2012 Episode 760 | 55m 13s

Tonight on the program, we examine Afghan president Hamid Karzai's latest actions in response to the 16 civilians deaths allegedly caused by a U.S. soldier in Afghanistan. We talk to U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan Kyle Crocker for more insight. Also: a town in bankruptcy, Mark Shields and David Brooks analyze the week's political news, and examining the trial involving a Rutgers student's suicide.

Aired: 03/15/12 | Expires: 04/15/12
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What to know after House passes Homeland Security funding and ends historic shutdown
Rising fuel costs put budget airlines under pressure as Spirit faces bankruptcy
Fired immigration judge gives inside look at Trump’s deportation agenda
Germany builds up its military to prepare for a potential future without U.S. support
How new SNAP restrictions on sugary foods and drinks are affecting Texas residents
News Wrap: Gov. Janet Mills drops out of U.S. Senate race in Maine
Oil prices surge again as Trump weighs options to end Iran war and Hegseth faces lawmakers
Gold medal skier Lindsey Vonn opens up about her devastating crash and recovery
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