House audit finds sloppy bookkeeping across Congress
House inspector general reports misused credit cards and exceeded expenses by members and staff. Forty three official cards were canceled for accounts over 120 days past due, averaging about four thousand dollars. No fraud found though sample is hampered by withheld identities.
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Reconsideration Granted in Von Billings Bond Case
District Associate Judge Rob ert Sosalla allowed release after fingerprinting and photographing. Von Billings again refused, leading to a new 500 dollar bond from Judge Jane Spande and continued detention. Jail officials and a medical professor note limited risk but emphasize fingerprints to verify identity and guard against serial offenses.
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Candidates Split on Louisiana Caucus Plans in 1996 Scramble
The article notes Gramm and Lugar pledging support for Iowa and New Hampshire caucuses amid Louisiana debate. Carrie Fager defends state plans as Louisiana officials anticipate DOJ action, while Kennedy says party leaders will decide mid December on moving caucus dates.
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