Alabama sues federal government over refugee program

Alabama sues federal government over refugee program

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama on Thursday became the second state to sue the U.S. government over refugee resettlement, accusing the Obama administration of failing to consult with states on placement of those who have fled their home countries.

The lawsuit was filed Thursday in federal court in Birmingham, said Jennifer Ardis, spokeswoman for Republican Gov. Robert Bentley.

Scores line up for Trump Vermont event in Sanders’ hometown
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Scores line up for Trump Vermont event in Sanders’ hometown

Associated Press

BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — Supporters and opponents of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump lined up Thursday for hours clamoring for a seat at a Vermont theatre to hear the Republican front-runner speak.

More than 100 people were already in line by midday with over seven hours to go before the event kicked off. More than 20,000 tickets were distributed for free to the Burlington event in a theater with only 1,400 seats, according to police.

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