Scrutiny on surveillance issue backed (Hagel Ne-R joins Dems)

[Omaha Steve]

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Scrutiny on surveillance issue backed

BY JAKE THOMPSON


WORLD-HERALD BUREAU


WASHINGTON - Sen. Chuck Hagel said he's troubled by President Bush's domestic spying program, but he's reserving final judgment until Congress holds hearings.

Sen. Chuck Hagel of Nebraska joins a band of Republicans and most Democrats in blocking renewal of the Patriot Act.

"I'm very concerned by what I do know," Hagel, R-Neb., said Thursday in a conference call with reporters.

The Senate Intelligence Committee, of which Hagel is a member, will conduct its own inquiry, asking the Bush administration to explain why it has conducted domestic wiretapping without seeking federal warrants.

"There are going to be some tough questions asked," Hagel said.

Other Midlands lawmakers separately expressed concern about the surveillance and said they are looking forward to testimony by Attorney General Alberto Gonzales, who will appear next week before the Senate Judiciary Committee.


Sen. Chuck Hagel of Nebraska joins a band of Republicans and most Democrats in blocking renewal of the Patriot Act.


Full story: http://www.omaha.com/index.php?u_pg=54&u_sid=2106165

[SnoopDog]

1. Isn't he the one you got elected by election fraud?

More power to ya if you have a small honest streak...

It is up to you pricks (repubs) if our country survives....

But ultimately it is up to the people...if we survive

[Rex]

6. If we're not careful he'll be our next POTUS in '08.

Not by legitimate voting but with his bbv machines. Very powerful man.

[Pirate Smile]

2. I was wondering what closet they had stuck Chuck into to keep him

quiet.

I'm glad to hear him speak out.

[justice1]

3. Another Nebraska Republican questions wire-tapping?

According to the www.journalstar.com , Congressman Lee Terry is also questioning Bush and his practice of wire-tapping.

He also went on to say, he would like to have new people, which aren't affiliated with Delay, in key positions.

[Pirate Smile]

4. Good to see and Welcome to DU, justice1!

:hi:

[tservo]

7. But Fortenberry

*doesn't* have a problem with wiretapping.

[sasha031]

5. if he had any scruples he would vote NO on Alito