Wave of sudden incidents in Baghdad leaves dozens dead
A spasm of coordinated attacks across Baghdad on a single day killed at least 160 people and wounded about 570. Al Qaida claimed the strikes in retaliation for operations near Tal Afar as Iraqi forces push insurgents along the Euphrates River valley.
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Democrats accuse Roberts of hiding views at hearing
Democratic senators pressed John Roberts on end of life questions privacy and other contentious issues but he declined to discuss personal or judicial views. Republicans voiced support saying confirmation is nearly assured after eight hours of questioning.
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Grassley seeks stance on False Claims Act at Roberts hearings
Senator Grassley questioned Chief Justice nominee John Roberts about key laws he authored or expanded, noting Roberts offered cautious neutrality on the False Claims Act provisions aiding whistleblowers. Roberts gave no position on televised cameras in federal courts, citing no firm view.
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