Democrats call airline baggage inspections inadequate
Two House Democrats Gephardt and Oberstar attacked Transportation Secretary Mineta for the plan to begin tougher baggage inspections on Friday saying the approach relies on passenger-bag matching and does not meet the post Sept 11 law requiring explosives screening. They urged stronger measures including universal screening and stronger tools by December 31.
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Enron's accounting worries surface in Andersen memo
A February memo indicates Arthur Andersen executives considered dropping Enron as a client amid concerns about Enron's accounting. The disclosure follows broader probes into document destruction and Enron's collapse, with Duncan questioned and Andersen actions reviewed by Congress.
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Fate of detainees undecided at Pentagon press briefing
Defense Secretary Rumsfeld said the fate of hundreds of Afghan detainees remains unresolved as interrogations continue before deciding transfers. Some may face military tribunals, civilian trials, or repatriation, with others detained longer as information is gathered.
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