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Lack of staffing led to 'deeply concerning' conditions at federal prison in Oregon

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Lack of staffing led to 'deeply concerning' conditions at federal prison in Oregon

The shortage among the biggest obstacles facing the federal prison system and contribute to challenges at FCI Sheridan and other facilities, the Justice Department's inspector general says.

Spain, Norway and Ireland say they will recognize a Palestinian state

Ireland's Prime Minister Simon Harris (left), flanked by Ireland's Minister of Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin, speaks Wednesday in Dublin to announce Ireland's recognition of a Palestinian state. Paul Faith/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Spain, Norway and Ireland say they will recognize a Palestinian state

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After years in decline, U.S. drowning deaths are rising again

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After years in decline, U.S. drowning deaths are rising again

After years in decline, U.S. drowning deaths are rising again

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Lack of staffing led to 'deeply concerning' conditions at federal prison in Oregon

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Lack of staffing led to 'deeply concerning' conditions at federal prison in Oregon

Lack of staffing led to 'deeply concerning' conditions at federal prison in Oregon

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