Lavelle Convicted of Perjury in EPA Cleanup Case
Rita Lavelle, former EPA official, is found guilty on four of five felony counts for lying to Congress and obstructing an investigation into the $1.6 billion Superfund toxic waste program. Sentencing set for Jan. 9. potential prison up to 20 years and fines to $19,000.
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Lavelle Convicted in EPA Scandal Case
Lavelle, a former EPA official, was convicted in a high profile case tied to mismanagement of toxic waste cleanup that sparked widespread firings and resignations across the agency. It was her second trial after an acquittal on contempt of Congress charges regarding a subpoena.
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Reagan to announce bid for reelection next month
President Reagan plans a nationally televised address to announce his candidacy for re election next month. Administration aides say the timing reinforces his image as incumbent and will shape a nine month campaign focusing on economic turnaround and administration achievements. Campaign teams discuss TV and radio buy ins funded by the reelection committee as aides weigh January timing amid earlier delays.
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Eiffel Tower staircase auctions draw quirky collectors in Paris
About 400 bidders pack a makeshift auction room in the Eiffel Tower to bid on sections of the tower's original spiral staircase. The 94 year old staircase, cut down during a major renovation and replaced by elevators, sold in pieces with final bids from 4,000 to 80,000 francs for segments up to 24 feet long.
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