Lobbyists Lost Steam in ’06 “Ethics jitters and the distraction of campaign season hit K Street with a one-two punch last year, as the top lobbying firms posted negligible growth. Revenues for the top 25 shops inched north of the $400 million mark for the first time ever, but earnings across the board climbed just 2 percent for the period. Thatâs compared to 2005, when the biggest firms grew by 9 percent. ” (Roll Call)Closing Arguments Begin Today in Libby Trial The prosecution and defense have each been granted three hours to make their closing arguments in the perjury trial of former White House official Scooter Libby. The jury is set to begin its final deliberations on Wednesday. (Washington Post)
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