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GOV. BLAGOJEVICH ARRESTED
Chicago Tribune: The Illinois Governor and his chief of staff were taken into federal custody by FBI agents Tuesday morning on corruption charges. Allegations include taking money from at least one individual in connection with naming Obama's Senate successor. Also charged with illegally threatening to withhold state assistance to Tribune Co. in the sale of Wrigley Field. [...]
The Big Five: Tuesday Edition
HALPERIN'S TAKE: The five most important people in American politics right now -- who aren't Barack Obama.
Vote Along With Mitch
The Kentucky Senator -- whose support for the auto bailout is crucial to its passage -- is expected to voice his opinion Tuesday. Said Monday: “Troubled automakers cannot expect taxpayer help without a serious commitment to change their ways — permanently.†Plus: Despite the "last-minute objections," both sides remained optimistic a deal could be quickly presented to [...]
Obama Skips Trip to Chicago FBI
Obama doesn't receive scheduled briefing at Chicago's FBI office Tuesday, traveling instead to his transition office. No word if the change is linked to the governor's arrest. Read pool report here.
Pelosi: Auto Execs Can't Be "Left to Their Own Devices"
Speaking on NBC's Today, the House Speaker says appointing a "car czar" to "proactively supervise" the industry would be a requirement of an auto bailout. Click above to watch. Says a czar may be announced this week, floats Paul Volcker as a potential pick.
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Earthquake: Illinois Gov. Arrested; Charged With Selling Obama's Senate Seat
From MSNBC: Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich was arrested by FBI agents Tuesday morning on federal corruption charges, officials said. His chief of staff John Harris was also charged, the U.S. Department of Justice confirmed in a statement. Blagojevich, 51, and Harris, 46, both of Chicago, were each charged with conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud and [...]
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