Critics say Starr overstepped in Clinton inquiry
The piece explores how Kenneth Starr broadened his independent counsel mandate from Whitewater to probe whether President Clinton lied under oath about an affair with Monica Lewinsky and pressured her to lie. It discusses legal authority, expansions ordered by Janet Reno, and criticism from lawyers about mission drift and potential jurisdictional issues.
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Clinton Faces Crisis as State of the Union Looms
President Clinton, amid a high profile State of the Union setup and a staged agenda, faced a crisis from affair allegations. Analysts question if attention will return to initiative efforts on child care, Medicare, social security, and an Asia bailout, with staff emphasizing sustained work despite the distraction.
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Lewinsky Clinton affair denial tested by tapes
Washington former White House intern Monica Lewinsky said she would lie under oath to deny an affair with President Clinton, while her friend Linda Tripp said she would not. The taped exchanges, obtained by Newsweek, show both women fearing sworn testimony could pit them against each other.
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Book agent urged Tripp to tape Lewinsky conversations
New York literary agent Lucianne Goldberg says she advised Linda Tripp to record telephone talks with Monica Lewinsky. Goldberg, who heard two tapes after misplacing them, denounced the revelations as shocking about the president. She praised Tripp as a friend and recalled her other high profile clients.
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Clinton allies urge Clinton to explain Lewinsky ties
Democratic activists and longtime Clinton allies pressure the president to address his relationship with Monica Lewinsky as concerns about credibility grow. Former chief of staff Leon Panetta warns impeachment could be possible, signaling a sharp erosion of political capital amid falling favorability polls.
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