FCC clarifies indecency guidelines for broadcasters
The FCC released a policy paper to spell out indecency standards amid a 1994 settlement. It will clarify what content is prohibited and how violations may lead to license revocation, fines, or warnings. Separately, the Senate approved a 4.5 billion climate program funding measure over ten years.
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Bush nominates two for ambassadorships
President Bush on Friday nominated Craig Stapleton as ambassador to the Czech Republic and former RNC chairman Jim Nicholson as ambassador to the Vatican. Nicholson, a partner in Greener and Hook, was RNC chairman for four years before stepping down last year. Stapleton, of Greenwich, Conn., served on the Peace Corps board under Bush's father and is president of Marsh and McLennan Real Estate Advisors Inc.
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Administration eases union contract rule on government projects
The Washington administration amended an order that blocked union contracts on government projects allowing pre existing labor pacts to proceed. The move follows a wave of shifts by the Bush administration undoing prior actions and comes after 2500 union construction workers rallied on Capitol Hill this week to urge lawmakers.
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Spy plane tensions rise after near coast guard flights
Washington reports a year of growing anger over U S reconnaissance flights near China culminating in a midair collision with a Chinese F 8. Chinese officials warned in Honolulu last May that flights were too close to the coast, while U S officials defended international airspace as the conflict escalated.
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Photo of crew brings relief to families
Washington AP report describes a blurry 11 of 24 U S crew members seated in a public photo taken when U S officials could visit in Beijing. The image offered relief to relatives while diplomacy continues over the December 28 incident and possible release terms for the surveillance team.
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Talks on spy plane clash nearing joint panel review
U S and China consider a joint maritime commission panel to resolve the South China Sea spy plane incident. A letter bridging ambassador and foreign minister levels is drafted for both presidents to sign, with no U S apology. Crew members remain in good health and are expected to be released soon after intensified talks.
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