Man who escaped al-Qaeda captivity in Syria claims FBI betrayed him

American who escaped al-Qaeda captivity in Syria says the FBI under Mueller and Comey 'betrayed' him and claims the bureau tried to run an intelligence operation instead of rescuing him He claims the FBI prioritized trying to track the computers and learn about the group rather than investigating his abduction An American photojournalist who managed to escape al-Qaeda captivity in Syria five years ago claims the FBI betrayed him and that agents put intelligence gathering ahead of his safety. Matt Schrier, now 39, was taken hostage by Jabhat al-Nusra, a militant group aligned with al-Qaeda, while he traveled through Syria back in December 2012.

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As security and encryption for mobile devices grow more sophisticated, the same techniques that keep users' data secure also make it nearly impossible for law enforcement to examine the contents of a phone without the user's permission. Even if the phone's manufacturer agrees to help officials unlock the phone, unencrypted data may not be available.

Hundreds gather to leave second pocket in Syria’s Ghouta

Tens of thousands of people poured into the nation's capital and cities across America on Saturday to march for gun control and ignit... In a historic groundswell of youth activism, hundreds of thousands of teenagers and their supporters have rallied across the U.S. against gun violence. In a historic groundswell of youth activism, hundreds of thousands of teenagers and their supporters have rallied across the U.S. against gun violence.

Stars affected by violence join students’ gun-reform rallies

Tens of thousands of people poured into the nation's capital and cities across America on Saturday to march for gun control and ignit... In a historic groundswell of youth activism, hundreds of thousands of teenagers and their supporters have rallied across the U.S. against gun violence. In a historic groundswell of youth activism, hundreds of thousands of teenagers and their supporters have rallied across the U.S. against gun violence.

With Omnibus Signing, Trump Formally Surrenders To The Swamp

Not in my worst nightmares did I dream my FBI career would end this way - Andrew McCabe served in the FBI from 1996 until March 16. He was the bureau's deputy director from 2016 to January, including time as acting director from May to August 2017. - On March 16, I spent Bolton Expected to 'Clean House' - The incoming national security advisor aims to ax dozens of White House officials as he dismantles McMaster's NSC.

Cambridge Analytica offices searched over data storage

Not in my worst nightmares did I dream my FBI career would end this way - Andrew McCabe served in the FBI from 1996 until March 16. He was the bureau's deputy director from 2016 to January, including time as acting director from May to August 2017. - On March 16, I spent Bolton Expected to 'Clean House' - The incoming national security advisor aims to ax dozens of White House officials as he dismantles McMaster's NSC.

NYC council proposal lets off-duty workers disconnect

A 51-year-old man drove a flaming minivan loaded with propane tanks and ga... Investigators are working around the clock to learn why a 51-year-old man with no known ties to terrorism drove a flaming minivan loaded with propane tanks through a major Northern California Air Force base. Investigators are working around the clock to learn why a 51-year-old man with no known ties to terrorism drove a flaming minivan loaded with propane tanks through a major Northern California Air Force base.

Egypt Interior Ministry says explosion in Alexandria kills 1

A 51-year-old man drove a flaming minivan loaded with propane tanks and ga... Investigators are working around the clock to learn why a 51-year-old man with no known ties to terrorism drove a flaming minivan loaded with propane tanks through a major Northern California Air Force base. Investigators are working around the clock to learn why a 51-year-old man with no known ties to terrorism drove a flaming minivan loaded with propane tanks through a major Northern California Air Force base.

The Latest: FBI says air base crash has no known terror link

The FBI says an attack at a Northern California Air Force base this week has no known "nexus to terrorism." FBI Special Agent in Charge Sean Ragan on Friday said a van that illegally entered Travis Air Force Base on Wednesday was on fire as it approached the gate of the base, then veered away and crashed.

FBI seeks motive for fiery van crash at California air base

Sean Ragan, FBI special agent in charge, briefs reporters about a crash at the main gate of Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Friday, March 23, 2018. A 51-year-old man drove a flaming minivan loaded with propane tanks and gasoline cans through the main gate of the major Northern California Air Force base, authorities said, but added the driver had no known links to terrorism.

The Latest: PGA Tour says safety paramount at Austin event

The PGA Tour, which is staging the Dell Match Play Championship in west Austin this week, says its security advisers are collaborating closely with law enforcement to try to ensure the safety of players and fans. The PGA said Monday that it doesn't comment on the specifics of its security measures, but that the safety of players and fans is its top priority.

Trump and Comey trade barbs after dismissal of FBI deputy director

Former FBI deputy director Andrew McCabe kept personal memos describing interactions with President Donald Trump that are similar to the notes compiled by dismissed FBI chief James Comey, the Associated Press has learned. It was not immediately clear whether any of Mr McCabe's memos have been turned over to or been requested by special counsel Robert Mueller, whose criminal investigation is examining Trump campaign ties to Russia and possible obstruction of justice.

Senate bill to extend background checks for gun purchases lingers in committee

In December 2016, Palmetto State Armory ran dozens of billboards in the Charleston area promoting buying guns for loved ones for Christmas The Senate Judiciary Committee did not vote on a bill filed more than a year ago to extend background checks for gun purchasers from three to five days on Tuesday. The bill, S. 516, is sponsored by Sens. Marlon Kimpson, a Democrat from Charleston, and Chauncey Gregory, a Republican representing Lancaster and York counties.

Austin Bombings: Suspect bought nails, batteries for bombs

The chairman of the U.S. House Homeland Security committee says authorities seem to think the Austin bombing suspect had "above average intelligence." Republican Congressman Michael McCaul told The Associated Press on Wednesday that the suspect matched the FBI's initial profile suspicion that the bomber was likely a white male.

Senate Republicans call for special counsel to investigate DOJ’s Russia probe

A group of influential Republican senators on Thursday called for the appointment of a special counsel to investigate how the Department of Justice and FBI conducted a probe of possible collusion between the Trump campaign and the Russians. Add Russia Investigation as an interest to stay up to date on the latest Russia Investigation news, video, and analysis from ABC News.

Ap Fact Check: Trump tests reality in blasting Russia probe

President Donald Trump's latest barrage of tweets attacking investigations into Russian meddling in the 2016 election stretched the bounds of credulity, from false claims that "no crime" had been uncovered to assertions that his campaign had been cleared of collusion with Russia.