FEC Report Links Thomson Testimony to Possible Perjury
An FEC staff report cites discrepancies between Vernon Thomson and Melvin Laird sworn statements suggesting perjury and obstruction of justice may have occurred during a probe. The document notes Thomson discussed a pending Tennessee Senate records inquiry with Laird, contributing to a Nashville Banner story, and calls for firing Victoria Tigwell for confirming the probe's existence.
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Melvin Laird
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Victoria Ann Tigwell
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Department of Justice
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Speech Reputation Helped Baker Win
Washington AP reports Howard Baker owed his narrow upset victory for Senate minority leader to his reputation as an articulate speaker formed during the Watergate era. Baker won 19–18 after a late caucus performance, besting Griffin who led most votes but fell short when Percy was away.
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