Exxon Mobil denies trying to keep refinery from reopening
Exxon Mobil rebutted Wyden's assertion that Mobil sought to block California's Powerine refinery from restarting to influence gasoline markets. The firm cited a 1996 memo about an exemption from cleaner burning fuel rules, arguing it would create an unfair field for competitors and noting Powerine had limited investments.
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Skelton Sees Defense Budget Delay Frustrating
Ike Skelton the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee warns that Congress faces a tight window to decide about 300 billion dollars in military spending after a delayed Bush defense proposal due June 29. He cites tax cuts and funding gaps, urging added dollars to cover housing, parts, and flying hours while weighing missile defense against conventional threats.
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