Bush seeks SEC chief with broad public confidence
The White House aims to replace SEC Chairman Harvey Pitt promptly with a successor who will crack down on corporate corruption and maintain Pitt's record. Key figures like Richard Grasso and John Bogle stress speed and independence, while senators urge a candidate with impeccable credentials and no industry ties.
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Westar chief and banker indicted for fraud in Topeka
Federal grand jury charged Westar Energy chair David Wittig and Clinton Weidner II, ex-president of Capital City Bank, with multiple counts of fraud conspiracy and money laundering. Indictment claims $1.5 million in alleged improper credit actions tied to a Scottsdale venture proposal. First appearances set for November 19 in Topeka.
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New Iraq draft pushes tough inspections at UN
A revised U S draft resolution on Iraq advances a final push for strict weapons inspections with threats of force if disarmament is not met. The text, eight weeks in the making, signals progress but France and Russia plan to challenge certain sections during Thursday talks.
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Democrats begin the new election season seeking a leader
Democrats start the 2004 campaign off sour after midterms weakened in Washington, shrinking money and message options. Analysts note uncertainty since Bill Clinton left and question who will be the party’s principal messenger as Republicans gain seats in the House, win Senate control, and curb Democratic governor pickups.
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