Ecuador rejects Snowden asylum request in cordial U S call
Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa said the United States asked him not to grant asylum to Edward Snowden in a cordial telephone talk with Vice President Biden. Correa noted Ecuador will act only if Snowden reaches Ecuador or its embassies, while Biden maintains courtesy in the exchanges.
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Lawmakers debate Snowden oversight and U S surveillance
Iowa's congressional delegation presses for balance between security and privacy amid Snowden leaks. Senators Harkin and Grassley urge transparency and renewed oversight, while Rep Braley calls for answers on government spying and outsourcing to contractors.
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