Iran accused of pursuing nuclear weapons program
U S arms control director John Holum charged Iran pursues a nuclear weapons program though inspectors found no hard proof. He noted Iran’s reactor interests and used NPT provisions to claim peaceful technology is being sought as cover.
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Miracle survival after triple surgery saves mother and baby
Margarita Espinoza survived emergency triple surgery including bypass, Caesarean section, and hysterectomy to save her life and her two-pound baby born prematurely. Doctors say both may become survivors.
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Altman Departure Seen After Whitewater Hearings
Senate Democrats urged Deputy Treasury Secretary Roger Altman to resign amid Whitewater hearings. Chair Donald Riegle and Sen Paul Sarbanes signaled opposition, effectively sealing Altman's fate. Officials noted possible exits for Treasury General Counsel Jean Hanson while chief of staff Joshua Steiner's position seemed secure or downgraded.
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Democrats clash over Starr Whitewater appointment
Congressional Democrats criticized Kenneth Starr as Whitewater independent counsel arguing a Capitol Hill luncheon involving Judge Sentelle taints the selection. Sentelle and Sen. Faircloth deny discussing Starr or Fiske removal, saying the meeting was a routine reunion. Rep. Bryant called the session alarming amid ongoing decisions to replace Fiske and opposition to Fiske by conservatives. White House officials declined to comment.
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Senate health reform debate sparks filibuster accusations
Senate Democrats charge Republicans blocked votes to expand pregnancy and child coverage, calling it a filibuster. Republicans retort that Democrats aim to smear Republicans as obstructionists while Packwood cites lengthy opening statements as a voter education tactic during summer session. Cen trist senators push for a bipartisan stripped down plan without taxes or mandates for employer insurance.
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