S&L agency admits it's not broke
Washington reports the Bush administration hid a $2 billion reserve for the Resolution Trust Corp to sustain S&L bailout operations amid Congress spending delays. Officials say the fund, set aside last fall, allowed continued asset sales and seizures since April 1, with officials noting the money is not large and operations persist despite uncertainty.
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Navy reprimand sparks anger over battered women cases
In Virginia Beach, Navy officials warned petty officer Francine Adams she could face discharge after being beaten by a former boyfriend. The disciplinary notice urged her to avoid abusive relationships, drawing charges of victim blaming from advocates like Candace Feathers and Marilyn Diaz.
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Administrator’s chauffeur service sparks perks clash in budget cut
In a $5.8 billion spending cut plan lawmakers target $22,000 for car and driver service for theAgency for International Development chief, Roskens. The move signals disapproval amid White House Capitol Hill perks dispute over portal-to-portal service and overtime for the administrator’s driver.
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Arkansas teacher cleared in sexual abuse case
In Little Rock a judge dismissed a sexual abuse charge against John Latting, a teacher and coach, ruling touching a woman's breasts without force or threats isn’t a crime under Arkansas law. The student testified Latting summoned her to his gym office for counseling and allegedly touched her.
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