South Carolina Prepares for Fight Over Tobacco Settlement
South Carolina faces potential cuts to 1998 tobacco settlement payments as cigarette companies consider reducing disbursements. State AG Henry McMaster warns losses could reach $14 million next month, with totals possibly totaling about $1 billion across states if settlements are withheld.
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Senators press China on currency in Beijing talks
A U.S. Senate delegation led by Lindsey Graham and Charles Schumer met Chinese officials in Beijing to press for an end to currency manipulation and a freer yuan. They push for progress ahead of a March 31 Senate vote on sanctions totaling 27.5 percent tariffs on Chinese goods. The talks also covered trade issues, IP protection, and upcoming visits by Hu Jintao.
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