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Monday, January 7, 2013

Season 2013 Episode 70 | 54m 28s

Tonight on the program, we examine President Obama's two nominations for national security positions and pushbacks from Republicans. Also: Major U.S. banks agreed to settle for wrongful foreclosures on homeowners, why there has been a slowdown in health care spending, we talk with Texas' new GOP Senator Ted Cruz, and a preview of American Experience's "The Abolitionists".

Aired: 01/06/13 | Expires: 02/06/13
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Maine Sen. King says feds lack credibility, locals need role in ICE shooting investigation
Inflation eased in June, but Americans still feel pressure from high prices
Supreme Court justices make case for more security funding
U.S. launches more strikes, tightens naval blockade as Iran hits Gulf allies
Middle East experts assess latest escalation in U.S.-Iran conflict
Ousted Election Assistance Commission chair on Trump's effort to control voting
The unconventional career of attorney general nominee Todd Blanche
Simon Kuper and Geoff Bennett discuss the World Cup on 'Settle In'
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