"...In the Early Edition of the Bee: David Whitney reports that Rep. John Doolittle resigned his post from the powerful House Appropriations Committee on Thursday, the day after news reports said the FBI raided his Virginia home."
In wake of raid, Doolittle gives up key committee post
Last Updated 4:14 pm PDT Thursday, April 19, 2007By David Whitney -- Capitol AlertWASHINGTON - Rep. John Doolittle, facing escalating legal uncertainties because of his connection to disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff, announced Thursday that he is stepping down from his position on the powerful House Appropriations Committee....(more)
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"The state Senate approved six Indian gambling compacts, which authorize 22,500 new slot machines in Indian casinos. The compacts now move to the Assembly, reports Judy Lin..."
Senate approves tribal compacts
Published 11:44 am PDT Thursday, April 19, 2007
By Judy Lin -- Capitol AlertOver the objection of labor unions and horseracing interests, the state Senate on Thursday approved what is being called the biggest gambling expansion plan in U.S. history....(more)
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