Politics

Treasury Pursues New Al-Qaida Financial Links

The following is a list of recent organizations and individuals with suspected terrorist links to have their assets frozen by the White House.

Democrats Win in VA, NJ; Bloomberg Takes NY Mayor's Race

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Democrats captured the top jobs in Virginia and New Jersey in state-wide elections Tuesday, while billionaire Republican Michael Bloomberg eeked out a win in the race to replace New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani.

Fed Cuts Key Interest Rate to Lowest Level in 40 Years

The Federal Reserve today cut a key interest rate by half a point, making the rate the lowest level since 1961.

The Saudi Dilemma

Margaret Warner and three regional experts analyze the controversy surrounding Saudi Arabia's level of cooperation with the U.S.-led coalition against terrorism.

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Background: The Saudi Dilemma

Margaret Warner surveys U.S.-Saudi relations.

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Firefighters, City Officials Square Off Over Trade Center Site

Two New York City Fire Dept. union leaders were arrested after a firefighter demonstration Friday broke through police barricades near the wreckage of the World Trade Center.

A Presidency in Crisis

Margaret Warner discusses the American presidency in times of crisis with Phillip Zelikow, author of a book examining how John F. Kennedy dealt with the Cuban missile crisis.

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Bid to Speed Security Legislation Stalls

Congressional leaders will need more time to hammer out a compromise on aviation security after the House passed a bill last night that differs significantly from the Senate's approved plan.

Justice Dept. Settles Microsoft Antitrust Charges

Hoping to end one of the nation's largest antitrust cases, the Justice Department asked a judge Friday to approve a settlement that would set new rules for the nation's hard-hit technology industry.

House Set to Vote on Aviation Security Bill

On the eve of House consideration of new airport and plane security rules, Congressional leaders pledged to quickly work through differences and pass a sweeping aviation safety measure.