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An Iraq Debate Has Finally Begun on Capitol Hill
Congress has taken up where the Senate left off and has begun debate on the President's increase of troops in Iraq. By proposing only a non-binding resolution, the Democrats are getting heat from both the Left and the Right. How many Republicans will go along? Does Congress have the power to cut off the money? Plus, North Korea agrees to a phased shutdown of its nuclear program in exchange for aid and oil. On Reporter's Notebook, sea lions and dolphins may go on patrol against terrorist swimmers and divers.
By Warren Olney • • 1h 0m ListenCongress has taken up where the Senate left off and has begun debate on the President's increase of troops in Iraq. By proposing only a non-binding resolution, the Democrats are getting heat from both the Left and the Right. How many Republicans will go along? Does Congress have the power to cut off the money? Plus, North Korea agrees to a phased shutdown of its nuclear program in exchange for aid and oil. On Reporter's Notebook, sea lions and dolphins may go on patrol against terrorist swimmers and divers.
