Bush signs defense spending bill expanding military funding
President Bush signed the defense spending bill promising the military “every advantage required” to wage the global war on terror. The $355.4 billion package increases funding by over $34 billion, funding military construction in 2003 and funding for operations overseas as lawmakers prepared for a lame duck session after midterm campaigning. Bush urged Senate approval of legislation to bypass a Supreme Court ruling on online child pornography simulations and hosted a forum with law enforcement on protecting children online.
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United States pushes new Iraq draft at U N Security Council
The United States distributes a tough new draft resolution on Iraq to all Security Council members. Russia rejects it and France and China oppose. negotiations continue with final moments described as possible agreement or failure. Blix’s upcoming briefing may sway votes as U S aims for a consensus on a forceful resolution.
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Network ties Bali blast to al Qaida ally Jemaah Islamiyah
A US Australian report says Jemaah Islamiyah, linked to al Qaida, operates across Southeast Asia with leaders in Indonesia. The group seeks an Islamic state and has been tied to Bali bombings, church and nightclub attacks, and plots against Western targets. Indonesia questions its Indonesia base and stresses the network’s elusive nature.
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Races for Ninth District Featured Education and Industry Push
Candidates discuss strong support for higher education in Virginia, infrastructure, and economic revitalization. Boucher highlights decades in public service, technology strides in southwest counties, and federal funding efforts for schools and coal areas. Katzen, former state delegate, emphasizes people empowerment, job growth, and economic challenges for the district.
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