Obama signs 106 billion wartime spending bill
President Obama signed a 106 billion dollar spending bill to fund wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and include money for swine flu response and a cash for clunkers program. He said the measure will pay for winding down the Iraq war and defeating terrorists in Afghanistan. The White House and Democrats say this may be the last emergency war bill outside the budget process, potentially increasing national debt.
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U S rescinds July 4 invites for Iran
The White House says invitations for Iranian envoys to attend U S embassy Fourth of July parties are canceled amid ongoing Tehran crackdown. President Obama condemned the violence and expressed support for the Iranian protesters. No Iranian diplomats had accepted or were expected to attend.
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Obama to Meet Pope During G-8 Visit
President Obama will meet Pope Benedict XVI in Italy during the G-8 trip. They will discuss their shared belief in human dignity as Obama faces Vatican opposition to abortion rights and stem cell research amid criticism from some American Catholic bishops. Michelle Obama plans to join the president on the trip.
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Senate action urges presidential pardon for Jack Johnson
The Senate approved a resolution urging President Obama to pardon Jack Johnson the first black heavyweight champion convicted in 1913 under the Mann Act. Sponsor John McCain with Rep. Peter King and Ken Burns push for House passage, citing historic significance and Burns documentary influence.
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Obama to reappoint ambassador to Syria after gap
President Obama will return an ambassador to Syria after a four year vacancy, signaling stronger U S engagement with the Arab world. White House spokesman Robert Gibbs framed it as honoring a pledge to boost regional ties, not reacting to a change in Syria policy. The move aligns with Obama’s Cairo speech aims to deepen U S influence in the Middle East and support peace efforts among Israel and Arab neighbors.
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Iraq war withdrawal looms as violence risks rise
The piece outlines U.S. plans to pull combat forces from Iraqi cities by a looming deadline, with Iraq’s stability and Obama’s strategy in Afghanistan at stake. Analysts warn violence may rise this summer as troops withdraw, though insurgents’ gains are expected to remain limited.
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