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White House says spy bill telecom protection vital

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House on Thursday urged the U.S. Senate to reject any bid to deny liability protection to telecommunication companies that participated in President George W. Bush's warrantless spying program.

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Obama says Fed in a "tough situation": TV report

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama said on Thursday that the Federal Reserve was in a "tough situation" as it tries to tamp down inflation without suffocating a sluggish economy.

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Obama, McCain cautious on N.Korea declaration

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
PITTSBURGH (Reuters) - U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama said on Thursday that critical questions remained unanswered in North Korea's nuclear declaration and it was crucial for Congress to review it.

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Supreme Court strikes down part of campaign finance law

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Supreme Court struck down on Thursday part of a U.S. campaign finance law that relaxes contribution limits for candidates facing wealthy, self-funded opponents, a ruling that could affect congressional elections in November.

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Clinton says her husband determined to help Obama

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Hillary Clinton brushed off suggestions on Wednesday that her husband, former President Bill Clinton, does not seem to share her enthusiasm for campaigning for Democratic White House candidate Barack Obama.

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McCain seeks to reassure supporters

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - Republican presidential candidate John McCain on Wednesday sought to reassure supporters in the face of some polls showing a widening lead for Democrat Barack Obama ahead of the November election.

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U.S. direction in Asia hinges on Iraq: advisers

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Experts who advise presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama on East Asia say U.S. policy there hinges on resolution of the Iraq crisis, but disagree on how to go about that.

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Senate panel votes for 3 new SEC commissioners

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Senate Banking Committee on Wednesday approved three candidates to fill spots on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, clearing the way for a vote by the full Senate.

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Obama says he wants a VP who offers sound counsel

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
CHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama said on Wednesday his top choice for running mate would be someone who would offer sound advice and "tell me where he or she thinks I'm wrong."

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House panel passes bill to fund World Bank

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The House Financial Services Committee on Wednesday passed a bill authorizing funding for the World Bank and African Development Bank, congressional officials said.

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Spy, phone protection bill clears Senate hurdle

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A White House-backed spy bill to protect telecommunication companies from billions of dollars in possible privacy lawsuits passed a Senate test vote on Wednesday and headed toward final congressional approval.

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Obama says world not doing enough on Zimbabwe

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
CHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama said on Wednesday the international community must do more try to help resolve Zimbabwe's political crisis and to pressure President Robert Mugabe who is clinging to power.

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Obama meets Boeing, Ford, JPMorgan, other execs

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senior executives from a range of businesses, including Boeing Co, Ford Motor Co, and JPMorgan Chase & Co, met on Wednesday with Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama.

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U.S. direction in Asia hinges on Iraq: advisers

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Experts who advise presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama on East Asia say U.S. policy there hinges on resolution of the Iraq crisis, but disagree on how to go about that.

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McCain seeks to reassure supporters

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - Republican presidential candidate John McCain on Wednesday sought to reassure supporters in the face of some polls showing a widening lead for Democrat Barack Obama ahead of the November election.

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U.S., allies stress diplomacy in Iran nuclear row

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON/GENEVA (Reuters) - U.S. President George W. Bush believes the Iran nuclear issue can be solved diplomatically and that U.S. allies including Israel favor the same approach, the White House said on Wednesday.

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House approves middle-class tax relief bill

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The House of Representatives on Wednesday approved a bill that would protect about 25 million taxpayers from paying a tax that originally was meant for only the very wealthy.

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Senate housing bill snags on lone lawmaker

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate progress toward approving a sweeping housing rescue plan was delayed on Wednesday by the objections of a Republican lawmaker who wants to attach an amendment dealing with renewable energy.

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Clinton says her husband determined to help Obama

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Hillary Clinton brushed off suggestions on Wednesday that her husband, former President Bill Clinton, does not seem to share her enthusiasm for campaigning for Democratic White House candidate Barack Obama.

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Iran nuclear issue can be solved diplomatically: U.S.

Wed, 2024-11-27 04:56
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President George W. Bush believes the Iran nuclear issue can be solved diplomatically, White House spokeswoman Dana Perino said on Wednesday.

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