Alito confirmation nears as Democrats split on vote
After 18 hours of senate questioning Samuel Alito appears likely to win confirmation as the 110th justice. Democrats question his independence while Republicans praise his credentials and many fear a conservative tilt replacing Sandra Day OConnor.
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Bush makes first Gulf Coast trip in three months
President Bush visits New Orleans and Mississippi to witness reconstruction progress and reaffirm federal support for long term recovery after Katrina. White House says debris cleanup and levee repairs continue while the administration highlights incentives to revive jobs and business.
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