Bush economic team under fire amid market slide
Washington AP reports that President Bush faces growing criticism of his economic team amid stock losses. Critics say lack of political savvy and insider confidence weaken policy, while Treasury Secretary O Neill and SEC chief Pitt draw ire. Greenspan remains the unquestioned credibility amid debate.
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State Department ends Saudi visa applications via travel agencies
The State Department announces Saudi Arabia will no longer accept visa applications through third party travel agencies. The move ends the Visa Express shortcut used by some applicants and aims to bolster security while noting higher interview rates for Saudis and other groups since September 11.
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New debate over meat packer ownership and cattle prices
Cattleman Herman Schumacher cites drought and low herd prices as he joins producers urging Congress to curb meatpackers ownership of livestock. Senators push a plan to force sales of owned cattle and hogs and limit packer control, amid calls for more competition and investigations into price manipulation.
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