Politics

Secretary of the State-Designate: Colin Powell

George W. Bush hinted throughout the campaign that a Bush Administration would feature the popular former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

National Security Adviser-Designate Condoleezza Rice

Governor Bush has tapped Condoleezza Rice to serve as his National Security Adviser. Rice, who will become the first woman to hold the position, is a noted expert on Russia and a veteran of the National Security Council.

White House Counsel-Designate Al Gonzales

Al Gonzales, President-elect Bush's choice to serve as White House Counsel, has worked with the governor as both his Secretary of State and General Counsel.

Counselor to the President Karen Hughes

Bush has tapped long-time aide and spokesperson Karen Hughes to oversee the communications operations in the new White House.

Fragile Hope for Peace Talks

Faced with a three-month stalemate and a mounting death toll, Israelis and Palestinians consider meeting in Washington to revive the peace process.

White House Chief of Staff Andrew Card

Even while the Florida recounts wound their way through the courts, Governor Bush selected Andrew Card, a former Secretary of Transportation, to serve as his chief of staff.

FTC Approves AOL / Time Warner Merger

The Federal Trade Commission today unanimously approved a planned merger of America Online and Time Warner -- the largest merger in U.S. history.

Barak, Netanyahu Open Re-Election Campaigns

Ehud Barak, who abruptly resigned as Israeli Prime minister last week, kicked off his reelection campaign today. He faces right-wing rival Benjamin Netanyahu in upcoming elections.

Russian Media Mogul, Vladimir Gusinsky, Arrested

After months of legal wrangling with Russian authorities and disputes over debts incurred by his media empire, Russian media mogul Vladimir Gusinsky has been arrested in Spain on an international warrant.

Court Drops Charges Against Pinochet

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An appeals court in Santiago dropped homicide and kidnapping charges today against former Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet. The court supported the defense's claim that Judge Juan Guzman acted illegally by indicting Pinochet before questioning him.