United States Politics and Government – Page 372

Staffing and Technology Woes Threaten Aviation Safety, Report Says

The Federal Aviation Administration turned to outside experts after a string of near collisions. They called for addressing the shortage of air traffic controllers and improving aging tech.

By Mark Walker

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U.S. to Press China to Stop Flow of Fentanyl

President Biden will put pressure on Xi Jinping to crack down on the Chinese facilities that make chemical compounds used in potent drugs.

By Ana Swanson and Keith Bradsher

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Facing Financial Run as Costs Soar for Elder Care

The United States has no coherent system for providing long-term care, leading many who are aging to struggle to stay independent or to rely on a patchwork of solutions.

By Reed Abelson and Jordan Rau

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U.S. Manages Expectations of a Breakthrough Before Biden and Xi Meet

President Biden and President Xi Jinping of China will try to defuse a year of bubbling tensions on Wednesday at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit.

By Katie Rogers and David E. Sanger