Showdown over secret tapes in wiretapping case
The Obama administration refuses to disclose a top secret document in a warrantless wiretapping suit by the Al Haramain Islamic Foundation. A judge orders government lawyers to show why damages should not be awarded to the defunct Oregon charity, which has challenged the program. The Treasury designated Al Haramain as supporting terrorism in 2004.
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Republicans reject climate bill calling it unwise government
The GOP branded the Democratic climate bill an unwise government move as it seeks 17 percent greenhouse gas cuts by 2020 and 83 percent by midcentury. GOP lawmakers warned of job and income losses while urging opposition during the Memorial Day recess after energy summits in several states. Pelosi plans floor action this summer.
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Immigrant Tax Records Seizure Sparks Broad Probes in Colorado
In Greeley Colorado prosecutors under Operation Numbers Game seized thousands of confidential tax records amid identity theft charges against more than 70 suspected illegal immigrants. The ACLU cites up to 4900 affected, many legal residents, as the IRS notes ITIN filers faced a 50 billion tax liability from 1996 to 2003.
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