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Navy admiral resigns as top doctor for Congress amid misconduct allegations

Washington — Dr. Brian Monahan, the attending physician of the U.S. Capitol, has resigned from his post as lawmakers’ top doctor, Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Thursday, amid allegations of misconduct.  “My understanding is he’s resigned,” Thune said. One source familiar with the matter told CBS News that Monahan, a two-star Navy admiral, resigned…

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U.S. designates helium a critical material following 60 Minutes report on supply chain crisis

The Energy Department designated helium as a critical material Friday, days after a 60 Minutes report that examined the impact of the Iran war on the world’s helium supply. The designation, which makes more federal financing available for helium producers, cited its “essential role in semiconductor manufacturing and advanced energy technologies.” Even though the U.S….

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