Bush meets with sisters over Belfast killing pressure
President Bush, on St Patrick’s Day, met five McCartney sisters seeking justice for Robert McCartney beaten and stabbed to death outside a Belfast pub on January 30. They urge charges and witness cooperation amid IRA and Sinn Fein sensitivity, while Bush backs peace efforts and privately observes the Sinn Fein issue. He did not invite Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams to the private reception.
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Portman Nominated as Top U.S. Trade Negotiator
President Bush selects Rep. Rob Portman of Ohio to lead the U.S. trade office. He would push a broad agenda including a free trade pact with six Latin American countries and efforts toward a hemisphere wide agreement. Portman, longtime Ways and Means member, awaits Senate confirmation.
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U.S. officials defend transfers of suspects to other countries
White House and CIA defend renditions of suspected terrorists to foreign nations with safeguards against torture. Senate panel questions Porter Goss on legality and clarity of interrogation rules. Senator McCain questions effectiveness and awareness of policies among field operatives.
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Drive-by ADA Lawsuits Prompt Business Complaints In Nebraska
Lincoln, Neb. Businesses complain about a flood of ADA lawsuits filed by a “serial plaintiff” targeting small shops. The suits accuse violations such as ramps and signs, with critics labeling the pattern as extortion or a quick cash tactic by lawyers.
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