Government targets visa violators in federal crackdown
More than 350 people with criminal records or suspected terrorist links were arrested in a federal crackdown on visa violators as part of a broader effort to curb al Qaida disruption of U S elections. ICE matches visa violators nationwide with terrorism databases to spot operatives.
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Government crackdown on visa violators ahead of election
Authorities say over 350 people with suspected terrorist ties or criminal histories have been arrested for visa issues as ICE expands its 2003 program. ICE has opened more than 5,200 visa investigations nationwide, with 359 labeled priority arrests. Advocacy groups warn against possible religious or ethnic profiling amid heightened counterterrorism efforts.
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Violator Databases and US VISIT Programs
The text outlines three main databases used by ICE to track visa violators. US-VISIT verifies traveler identities and collects biometrics. SEVIS tracks about 1 million non immigrant students and exchange visitors. ANSEERS registers select foreign visitors flagged as potential security risks.
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China pledges flexible exchange rate move in G7 talks
The Bush administration won a pledge from China to push toward a flexible currency as US trade deficits loom. G7 finance chiefs meet amid talks on oil prices debt relief and Iraq reconstruction aid. IMF and World Bank meetings in Washington also address debt relief and Iraq aid. France resists Iraq debt forgiveness unless broader aid terms are offered.
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ACLU asks Supreme Court to hear Florida adoption ban case
The American Civil Liberties Union urged the Supreme Court to review Florida's blanket ban on adoptions by gays. The 40 page filing argues the ban violates equal protection by singling out homosexuals and seeks a ruling that states may not legislate disapproval of gay people on vulnerable families.
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Ethics committee admonishes DeLay for improper bargaining
The House ethics panel issued a public admonishment to House Majority Leader Tom DeLay and Rep. Candice Miller for trying to trade a fellow Republican’s vote on a Medicare bill for political favors. The nine page report backed the finding that DeLay linked a Smith vote to support for Smith’s son’s candidacy, while Smith overstated a fundraising promise. A separate, unresolved complaint by Rep. Chris Bell may trigger another inquiry into DeLay’s conduct, with no deadline set for action. The panel noted quid pro quo elements exceed acceptable political bargaining. DeLay defended his actions as within party strategy and pledged compliance with House rules. Nascent political tension in Washington followed remarks by Nancy Pelosi criticizing the conduct as inappropriate.
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