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Pentagon to expand Special Ops

The Pentagon said that it will shift its focus from Cold War priorities to the more unconventional wars it faces by expanding secretive Special Operations units, deploying more unmanned aerial drones and increasing aid to countries like Yemen to fight al-Qaida. "We must prepare for a much broader range of security challenges on the horizon," Defense Sec'y Robert Gates told reporters.

The father of an airport shuttle driver accused of plotting an al-Qaida-inspired bomb attack on New York City in Sept. has been charged with conspiring to alter, destroy and conceal evidence. Sen. David Vitter, R-La., said he'll stop delaying Pres. Obama's nominees to be federal prosecutors and judges in Louisiana, after concerns that a La.-based U.S. attorney holdover from the Bush administration would be able to retain his position were alleviated. Citigroup (NYSE:C - News) shelved plans to impose fees on customers nationwide who opened Citibank accounts during a "free checking" promotion. NY Attorney General Andrew Cuomo had accused the bank of failing to notify customers they could face monthly fees of at least $9.50 if balances fell below $1,500.