Archivist to certify Madison era amendment on midterm pay ban
The archivist of the United States said he will quickly certify the Madison drafted amendment banning midterm pay raises for Congress as part of the Constitution. Leaders question whether ratification occurred within a reasonable time and urge Senate hearings to decide the next steps.
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Administration opposes abortion law in Senate hearing
The Bush administration told Congress it lacks constitutional authority to pass a law guaranteeing abortion rights. Deputy Atty Gen John Harrison argued the 14th Amendment narrowly grants Congress power mainly to penalize violations, not create rights. He said the Justice Department would urge a veto if passed. Proponents cite interstate commerce and rights enforcement. Laurence Tribe criticized the administration’s stance as agenda driven.
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U.S. Firms Sold Dual-Use Tech to Iran and Iraq
Documents show American companies received Commerce Department licenses to export dual-use equipment to Iran between 1987 and 1991 and to Iraq from 1985 to 1990. Firms including Honeywell Rockwell Siemens sold about 40 million dollars in computers and related items with civilian and military uses, some during the Iran Iraq War. Experts say some materials reached Iran and Iraq’s nuclear and missile programs despite the State Department labeling Iran a sponsor of terrorism.
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