Whistleblower Fueling Federal Probes of Corps Study
A sworn affidavit by Sweeney's successor Richard Mangano cites pressure to manipulate data for the Mississippi River lock expansion. Mangano says he cannot comment on the independent study until review and remains involved, as environmentalists warn of ecological harm while shippers expect traffic growth and economic benefits. The Corps denies wrongdoing, attributing changes to new data.
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Jeopardy ruling warns Mississippi barge project endangers species
The Fish and Wildlife Service says federal efforts to maintain the upper Mississippi nine foot barge channel threaten pallid sturgeon and Higgins eye pearly mussel. The jeopardy opinion could force the Army Corps of Engineers to change how the channel is managed and jeopardize expansion plans. Strong entities include Pallid sturgeon Higgins eye mussel Army Corps Archer Daniels Midland Cargill.
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Legislators' PAC funding rises as Iowa money rolls in
A Money and Politics Iowa study shows Deere & Co and other construction PACs donated substantial sums, with $22,975 for second place and $19,000 to other construction interests. The year saw a $300 million push to fund stadiums and arenas, while lawmakers warn against associating donations with votes. House leaders led fundraising among Republicans and Democrats with six-figure totals, signaling an early tilt toward campaign finance clarity.
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Everest summit reports crown British Spanish and Korean teams
A Russian team reportedly reached Everest from the Tibetan side earlier in the week. Jeff Rhoads of the Everest Environmental Expedition 2000 reached the South Summit at 28,710 feet before turning back to prepare for a K2 expedition.
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House OKs limit on Kosovo mission in defense bill
The House backed a plan to curb U.S ground troop involvement in Kosovo with a requirement for a April 1 certification that European allies meet Kosovo reconstruction funding. If unmet the president must submit a troop withdrawal plan within 30 days. Senators propose a July 1 2001 withdrawal deadline unless extended.
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