Passport contractor use sparks questions on access to sensitive files
Washington reports show the State Department expanded private contracting to handle a surge in passport applications, raising concerns about outsiders snooping into presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain files. Lawmakers cite security risks and potential political motive, while officials defend contractors as essential and properly vetted. The inspector general will review possible breaches and policy implications for non-government workers handling private citizen data.
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Bush pledges outcomes to honor Iraq war dead
President Bush vowed to ensure lives lost in the Iraq war were not in vain as U S death toll rose to 4000. He spoke after briefings with Petraeus and Crocker and ahead of Capitol Hill testimony set for April. FBI said two kidnapped contractors were found killed while severed fingers had earlier been sent to U S forces. Kwame Kilpatrick faced perjury charges tied to conflicting text messages about an affair.
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Pilot's gun discharges on flight near landing
A US Airways pilot’s weapon discharged Saturday on Flight 1536 from Denver to Charlotte as the plane approached land. No injuries or danger were reported to the 124 passengers and crew. the Airbus A319 was removed from service while TSA and FAA investigate the incident and the air marshal service notes no danger to occupants.
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Tragedy in Iowa City: Banker Elusive Suspect’s Family Die
A woman and her four children were found dead in their Iowa City home and a sixth body found in a burning van. Police identify the deceased as Steven Sueppel, a former bank executive indicted on embezzlement and money laundering charges. Autopsies pending. authorities say no shots were heard and the crime does not appear random.
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