Texas judge takes Senate oath
Priscilla Owen, a longtime Texas Supreme Court justice, took the oath for the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals after a protracted confirmation fight. Her approval marked the first Bush nominee to win Senate consent under a centrist deal, ending four years of contention over conservative appointments.
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Supreme Court lets federal prosecutions of medical marijuana users
The Supreme Court ruled 6 to 3 that federal drug laws can prosecute patients using marijuana on doctor advice, overruling 10 states with medical programs. Justice Stevens noted the case’s sympathy but upheld federal regulation of homegrown cannabis as interstate commerce. Dissent by O Connor warned the decision stifles states’ choices to regulate medical use.
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New York City Olympics bid hit by stadium funding setback
Albany board rejected a $300 million state grant for a $2 billion Manhattan stadium, delaying New York's bid for the 2012 Games. IOC ranking favored Paris with London Madrid and New York receiving positive notes. Moscow criticized. Bloomberg to discuss next steps with USOC amid narrow chance of reconsideration before July 6 host city decision.
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U S and North Korea Hold New York Talks on Nuclear Standoff
The United States and North Korea met in New York to discuss halting Pyongyang's nuclear weapons program and to resume six party talks after a yearlong impasse. Washington did not confirm progress while Japanese PM Koizumi expressed hope for renewed negotiations.
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Fans rally behind Michael Jackson innocence at Santa Maria court
Fans from around the world gather outside the Santa Maria courthouse as Michael Jackson faces child molestation charges. A diverse crowd, including supporters from Japan Poland and Germany, lines the street while the jury begins deliberations.
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