Senator Opposes Hormel Nomination for Ambassador Post
Senator Don Nickles denounces James Hormel as unqualified to represent the United States citing his promotion of homosexuality. The exchange sparks criticism from gay rights groups as lawmakers debate Hormel’s suitability to be ambassador to Luxembourg.
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Brady law blocked 69000 handgun sales in 1997
The Justice Department estimates 69000 handgun sales were blocked by presale checks in 1997, 2.7 percent of 2574000 applications. Felony convictions or indictments led to most refusals, with domestic violence and fugitives also contributing. Beginning November 1997, presale checks will cover all firearms. Attorney General Reno urges states to run their own checks.
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Poll finds lawyers split over attorney client privilege in Starr case
A national poll of 403 lawyers shows 65 percent disagree with Kenneth Starr that privilege should not survive a client’s death, while 17 percent support Starr. James Hamilton, Foster’s former lawyer, argued before the Supreme Court to protect notes from a 1993 discussion.
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Joint chiefs chair abandons Russian eatery over security fears
In St Petersburg Gen. Shelton and party left a restaurant after aides spotted suspicious men outside. Pietropaoli said they ended the meal calmly and paid the check, with no incident beyond unease about a security risk.
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Critics of China trip visited Beijing in waves
Washington AP President Clinton and many lawmakers have visited China in recent months. Seventeen urged him to call off the trip. In the past 20 months 105 trips were paid by taxpayers or private groups, with 50 staffers also visiting. Several GOP lawmakers led trips including Gingrich and DeLay.
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