Bush deflects Rove questions in CIA leak fight
President Bush avoided endorsing Karl Rove amid questions over a leak exposing a CIA officer. He urged that investigators not be prejudged and said the matter remains a serious investigation. White House aides later reaffirmed the president’s support for Rove.
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Lawmakers Push Suspension of Rove Clearance Amid Leak Probe
Rep. Leonard Boswell and other Democrats on the House Intel Committee call for Karl Rove to have his classified clearance suspended as the CIA leak investigation continues. Senators Grassley Harkin urge prosecution or firing if violations are found. A federal grand jury hears more testimony in the Valerie Plame case as Time reporter Matthew Cooper testifies.
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