Afternoon Round-Up

National Security
For $1,000 and upon lawful request, Comcast will help the government intercept its customers’ communications. It’s all in the newly-disclosed Comcast Handbook for Law Enforcement.

Scandal Sheet
What really happened to Charles D. Riechers, the Air Force’s second-highest-ranking procurement official, who apparently committed suicide over the weekend at his home in Chantilly, VA? He came under scrutiny two weeks ago after reports that he was paid $13,400 a month by private contractor Commonwealth Research while he awaited clearance from the White House for his position. But was that shameful enough for him to kill himself?

The ‘08 Race
What if the National Enquirer threw a campaign sex scandal and no one came?

Environment
Attacks and threats against 700 professional observers who monitor commercial fishing fleets increased by almost 50% over last year, according to Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility. They monitor industry compliance with catch limits, by-catch rules and regulations protecting dolphins, whales and sea turtles.

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