Bush to address Congress amid war fears and economy worries
President Bush prepares a prime time address to Congress amid high popularity and wartime leadership, aiming to reassure the public on terrorism and jobs while promising actions on the economy. Advisers warn the public may demand results and criticise corporate crime. The plan reportedly includes a national service expansion and strengthened neighborhood watch programs.
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Bush vows to spend what it takes to defeat terrorism
President Bush outlined the largest defense spending increase in two decades and a near doubling of homeland security funds. He pressed Congress to approve an extra 48 billion for military forces and 38 billion for homeland security, while stressing high tech weapons, airport security, border patrol, and emergency services funding. He warned of a long, costly fight but urged a climate that boosts jobs and economic security.
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Marines Find Chilling Cave Images in Afghanistan Quest
In eastern Afghanistan near Khost and Gardez, Marines from Lima Company helped SEALS and special forces search elaborately constructed cave complexes for al Qaida and Taliban fighters and potential leads on Osama bin Laden. The mission expanded beyond 10 hours as more intelligence was uncovered.
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Bush administration debates Geneva Conventions for detainees
Washington officials clash over whether Geneva Conventions apply to al Qaida and Taliban detainees at Guantanamo Bay. A White House meeting aims to resolve the issue amid calls for humane treatment, with Powell urging case by case POW determinations. Cheney defends detainees as not POWs, but says they are being well cared for.
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