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Netanyahu: U.S., Israel Agree On No Nukes For Iran, Split On How To Get There

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Netanyahu: U.S., Israel Agree On No Nukes For Iran, Split On How To Get There

March 2, 2015 • But, the Israeli premier told AIPAC, reports of a decline in ties between the allies were "not only premature, they're just wrong." The remarks come amid tensions between the countries.

Obama Names Susan Rice As New National Security Adviser

President Barack Obama announces a staff shakeup Wednesday, naming U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice (right) to replace the retiring Tom Donilon. He also nominated former White House aide Samantha Power (left) to succeed Rice at the U.N. Alex Wong/Getty Images hide caption

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Obama Names Susan Rice As New National Security Adviser

June 5, 2013 • President Obama has announced his choice of U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice as the next national security adviser, an appointment that does not require Senate confirmation. Congressional Republicans have sharply criticized Rice for erroneous statements she made after the attacks on a U.S. diplomatic post in Benghazi, Libya, last September.

Shakeup: Susan Rice To Be Obama's National Security Adviser

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Shakeup: Susan Rice To Be Obama's National Security Adviser

June 5, 2013 • Rice, now the U.S. ambassador to the U.N., has been a lightning rod for Republican critics of how the administration responded to last September's attack on a U.S. outpost in Benghazi, Libya. She will replace Tom Donilon, who is resigning. Her new post does not require Senate confirmation.

Report: Benghazi 'Talking Points' Watered Down By CIA, Not White House

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Report: Benghazi 'Talking Points' Watered Down By CIA, Not White House

December 4, 2012 • "Officials from a cross-section of agencies" tell The Wall Street Journal that references to al-Qaida were removed to protect sources. Those sources say the White House did not drive that decision. The wording, used by U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice, has come under criticism.

Both Sides Itching For A Confirmation Fight Over Susan Rice

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Both Sides Itching For A Confirmation Fight Over Susan Rice

November 19, 2012 • The election is over. Or is it? Both sides look ready to start fighting again should President Obama nominate U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice to succeed Hillary Clinton as secretary of state.

Nov. 14 TOTN Junkie segment

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