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Plane crash in France and other headlines

Morning headlines: German passenger plane crashes in French Alps, Afghanistan wants U.S. troops to stay longer, another DOJ nominee faces confirmation hearing.

German passenger plane crashes in the French Alps. (NBC News)

Israel spied on Iran nuclear talks with the U.S. (Wall Street Journal)

Afghan president wants U.S. troops to stay longer. (New York Times)

GOP hits Medicaid to offset doc fee hikes. (AP)

Deputy Attorney General nominee to showcase GOP support. (Politico)

Pres. Obama's niece threatened before basketball game. (USA Today)

Woman freed after 22 years on death row to speak out. (AP)

What are you reading this morning? Let us know in the comments, please.