Traficant Expelled by House for Bribe and Kickback Convictions
The House voted 420-1 to expel James Traficant, the nine term Ohio Democrat, after a Cleveland jury convicted him and ethics panel recommended removal. Traficant defended himself amid calls that his conduct breached public trust and prompted the rare expulsion.
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Traficant faces racketeering case and sentencing
James A. Traficant, 61, former Mahoning County sheriff, faces sentencing after conviction on 10 counts of racketeering, bribery and tax evasion. He defends himself and alleges government vendetta while critics note his long party alienation and absence of a House committee assignment.
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House moves to raise intelligence budget over 35 billion
The House Intelligence Committee approved a bill about 25 percent above last year’s level, likely exceeding 35 billion dollars, to boost both HUMINT and tech spying for terrorism. It includes 10 million for language training and bars sharing information with foreign governments under FOIA. Senate action next week.
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