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    Strauss-Kahn Released from House Arrest

    Former International Monetary Fund head Dominique Strauss-Kahn was released today from house arrest, without bail on his own recognizance, after prosecutors raised questions of credibility about the hotel maid who claimed Strauss-Kahn brutally assaulted her. The maid's attorney then accused District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    Former International Monetary Fund head Dominique Strauss-Kahn was released today from house arrest, without bail on his own recognizance, after prosecutors raised questions of credibility about the hotel maid who claimed Strauss-Kahn brutally assaulted her. The maid's attorney then accused District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr. of ignoring substantial evidence and preparing to drop the case. Michael Rothfeld is covering the case for the Wall Street Journal.

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      Warren Olney

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      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Michael Rothfeld

      Wall Street Journal

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    The full episode

    1 of 3
    Has Romneys Healthcare Plan Succeeded in Massachusetts?
    1. 0:00Strauss-Kahn Released from House ArrestYou’re reading this
    2. 7:47ObamaCare, RomneyCare and Presidential Politics
    3. 43:31Minnesota’s Government Shuts Down, Derailing Holiday Plans
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