Bush frames economy as election issue against Democrats
President Bush in Chicago argues Democrats threaten the economy and job gains by opposing permanent tax cuts and new free trade deals. He cites Senate and House debates on extending tax cuts through 2010 and cites Pelosi’s criticism, while Pelosi counters that tax cuts favor the wealthy and do not address worker insecurity.
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Violence in Iraq fuels Shiite backlash amid sectarian clashes
Iraq faces intensifying violence that has killed nearly 200 people in two days, including 11 U.S. troops. Shiite rallies in Sadr City and Kazimiyah denounce U.S. support for Sunni politicians, raising fears of militia reprisals and a slide toward sectarian war as final election results loom. Al-Qaeda leader Zawahiri called to attack oil sites amid U.S. troop withdrawal signals and talks on a broader pullout timeline.
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Republicans aim to replace DeLay in House leadership
Republican lawmakers push for new House majority leader amid a widening corruption probe. After lobbyist Jack Abramoff pled guilty, colleagues circulated a petition seeking a permanent DeLay replacement while he remains under scrutiny for campaign finance charges. DeLay denies any wrongdoing and claims efforts amount to character assassination.
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State Railroad killer execution date set
Condemned serial killer Angel Maturino Resendiz known as the Railroad Killer was scheduled to be executed on May 10 for raping and killing a Houston doctor. Lawyer Jack Zimmermann argued against the date while federal appeals proceed, but prosecutor Roe Wilson said the process could continue. The date falls on Mother's Day in Mexico.
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Sharon progresses after emergency brain surgery
Sharon underwent five hours of emergency brain surgery Friday to stop a hemorrhage and reduce swelling. Doctors reported significant improvement but cautioned prognosis remains dire as experts await Sunday to assess damage and begin weaning from drugs in a medically induced coma. Acting Prime Minister Olmert spoke with Rice and Mubarak as Kadima pledged support while polls hint at Kadima's March 28 victory under Olmert's leadership.
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