Nixon defends presidential actions in televised interview
Former president Richard Nixon argues in a Frost interview that crimes ordered by the president are not illegal, citing hypothetical national security cases. He denies advance knowledge of the Ellsberg psychiatrist office break in but says he might have allowed it. He acknowledges tough tactics against Vietnam dissenters and regrets not speeding military moves to force negotiations.
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Mother charged with child abuse over heroin during pregnancy
In Pontiac Michigan the unwed mother of a seven week old infant born a heroin addict faces a child abuse charge for using heroin while pregnant. Judge O’Brien calls the case precedent setting and experts note potential broad implications for expectant mothers and state rights. The baby recovered from addiction and was removed from the mother at birth as prosecutors push for ongoing court oversight. The mother’s attorney argues fetus not a person under existing law and disputes potential abuse rulings.
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Carter’s plan to create a Department of Energy clears Senate
The Senate approved Carter’s plan by a 74 to 10 vote, sending the bill to the House where committees have endorsed the energy department. The House is not expected to vote until after the Memorial Day recess.
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