- Making News: President Bush Tries to Reassure Public on Iraq Mission
In a speech yesterday, President Bush acknowledged that Americans are disheartened about the war in Iraq. At a press conference today, he continued the effort to reassure doubters by saying he is still confident of ultimate victory. John Harwood, who covers the White House for the Wall Street Journal, says the unexpected press conference may have been meant to turn around the President's sagging approval rating. - Reporter's Notebook: DHS Secretary Chertoff Recognizes Chemical-Plant Dangers
Since September 11, there's been controversy over the vulnerability of chemical plants to attacks by terrorists, with the Bush Administration insisting that voluntary security measures are adequate. Today, the White House reversed course with Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff telling industry leaders that they can't be "free riders" any more. Robert Block covers Homeland Security for the Wall Street Journal.
Bush press conference on victory in Iraq
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Pork-Barrel Reduction Act (S 2265)
Lobbying Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (HR 4975)
Export Freedom to Cuba Act of 2003 (HR 2071)
House Committee on Standards of Official Conduct
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DHS Secretary Chertoff's remarks on dangers of chemical plants