Rebels retreat from Libyan oil port
Rebels pull back from Ras Lanouf as Gaddafi loyalists launch heavy shelling and tank fire in a counteroffensive near the oil complex. The clash reverses rebel gains toward Tripoli and threatens eastern positions amid international caution on regime strength.
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Terror hearings turn political in Muslim extremism debate
Congress clashed over how to address Islamic extremism and domestic threats in a tense hearing. Rep. King urged Muslim leaders to speak out against terrorism while Democrats warned against inflaming anti Muslim sentiment and energizing al Qaida. The session featured tearful testimony and divided views as lawmakers wrestled with strategy and civil liberties.
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Wis public unions rally after Wisconsin labor loss
Labor leaders vow a nationwide mobilization after Wisconsin passes a bill stripping most public employee bargaining rights. Protests grow outside the Assembly as Walker vows to sign, while donors surge for Democrats and unions plan counterattacks in 2012 elections.
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February Deficit Marks Largest Monthly Shortfall on Record
Washington reports the February deficit at 222.5 billion dollars, the largest for a single month and signaling the year could produce the biggest annual gap in U.S. history. The shortfall follows the December tax cut package and includes extended tax cuts, job losses, and higher bailout costs. Budget office projects a 2011 deficit above 1 trillion dollars despite mixed spending cuts.
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