Bush Veto Stands After House Vote On Iraq Withdrawal Bill
The House failed to override President Bush's veto of a bill demanding troop withdrawal from Iraq. The 222 to 203 vote fell 62 short of the two thirds needed, signaling a likely shift to negotiations on a replacement funding measure.
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Federal suit looming in death of 92 year old during botched raid
Attorneys for Kathryn Johnston’s niece filed a wrongful death claim with Atlanta authorities after Johnston was killed during a no knock drug raid on November 21. Prosecution says informant lied about drug activity. Johnston fired once, officers returned fire. Two officers await sentencing, a third faces charges. A jury trial demand and damages sought in weeks ahead.
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Hiker dies after desert trek with guides carrying water
In Utah a 29-year-old New Jersey man died of thirst during a BOSS desert survival hike. Guides carried emergency water but did not offer it, pushing hikers to push beyond limits on a 28-day course in Dixie National Forest. The forest service paused the program pending outside advice.
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Israeli Foreign Minister calls for Olmert to quit
Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni urged Prime Minister Ehud Olmert to resign after a six month inquiry criticized his war leadership. Olmert refused to resign despite growing allies deserting him and Kadima backing him. Livni, Kadima’s leading figure, positions herself to become Israel’s second female premier.
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International court issues first Darfur arrest warrants
The International Criminal Court issued warrants for Sudanese humanitarian affairs minister Ahmed Muhammed Harun and janjaweed commander Ali Kushayb on 51 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity. Sudan refused to arrest them. ICC says warrants mark a move toward accountability in Darfur.
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