Boehner Faces Scrutiny in Bid for House Leader
John Boehner of Ohio seeks House majority leader despite past ethics concerns. The article notes his donations from tobacco and Indian tribes tied to Abramoff, trips funded by special interests, and efforts to curb lobbyist influence while leading a party under DeLay’s shadow.
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Alito poised to push Supreme Court to the right
The article notes Samuel Alito’s expected move toward the conservative wing of the Supreme Court as he replaces Justice O Connor. It highlights his respect for precedent, inclination toward executive authority, and potential impact on abortion rulings and other landmark decisions.
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