Obama says slower Iraq withdrawal possible By Ian Swanson | Posted: 07/03/08 06:40 PM [ET] Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) said Thursday he would “slow the pace” of U.S. troop withdrawals from Iraq if that was needed to ensure their safety
Bush to attend Olympic ceremonies By Sam Youngman | Posted: 07/03/08 04:53 PM [ET] President Bush on Thursday put to rest any questions about whether he will attend the opening ceremonies at the summer Olympics in China.
Conyers threatens contempt charges for Rove By Jared Allen | Posted: 07/03/08 03:21 PM [ET] The standoff between the House and the White House over the congressional testimony of top aides continued on Thursday when Rep. John Conyers Jr. (D-Mich.) threatened to hold Karl Rove in contempt.