In split with Obama, Democrat Schumer opposes Iran deal

In split with Obama, Democrat Schumer opposes Iran deal

Written by Donna Cassata

WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. Chuck Schumer, a New York Democrat expected to be the party's next leader in the Senate, said he will oppose the Iran nuclear deal in spite of President Barack Obama's intense lobbying in favor of the accord.

Kerry marks 20th anniversary of ties to communist Vietnam
John Kerry

Kerry marks 20th anniversary of ties to communist Vietnam

Associated Press

Written by Matthew Lee

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry on Friday celebrated the 20th anniversary of normalized relations between the United States and Vietnam but said ties would not reach their full potential without improvements in the communist nation's human rights record.

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