Death toll climbs to 263 in embassy bombings
Nairobi and Dar es Salaam bombings push official death toll to 263 after recent fatalities among the wounded. FBI Director Louis Freeh visited both cities as Kenya and Tanzania investigate suspects tied to the attacks.
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Congress backs Clinton after Afghanistan and Sudan strikes
Many lawmakers from both parties quickly supported President Clinton after the anti-terrorist bombing in Afghanistan and Sudan. Leaders like Newt Gingrich Trent Lott and Richard Gephardt praised the action as appropriate and timely amid questions about the Lewinsky scandal.
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Iowa lawmakers back Clinton strike against terrorism
Iowa lawmakers from both parties voiced support for President Clinton's decision to strike back at suspected terrorists after embassy bombings. Republicans Jim Leach and Charles Grassley urged action and zero tolerance, while Democrats Tom Harkin and Leonard Boswell stressed protection of citizens and prudent use of military power. Nussle urged a long term plan for future U.S. involvement.
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