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NFLPA alleges collusion, seeks $3B in lawsuit

washingtontimes.com — The NFL Players Association on Wednesday filed a federal lawsuit charging the NFL with colluding to impose "a secret $123 million per-Club salary cap" for the 2010 season. That season was to have no salary cap, as stipulated by the collective bargaining agreement between the sides.
Nathan Fenno Reporter, Washington Times @nathanfenno
RT @Rich_Campbell: This morning's story on the NFLPA collusion suit, including how it affects the #Redskins: http://t.co/8HkgJixf
Rich Campbell Redskins Reporter, Washington Times @Rich_Campbell
This morning's story on the NFLPA collusion suit, including how it affects the #Redskins: http://t.co/Mc1nisQ2

Loyola's Eric Lusby back with a bang after injuring knee in 2010

washingtontimes.com — BALTIMORE - The return of attackman Eric Lusby from injury coincided with Loyola's rapid rise from a solid lacrosse program to a national title contender. One of the few things that happens even quicker is Lusby's potent shot, one of the most valuable weapons remaining for any team in the tournament field.
Patrick Stevens College Sports Reporter, Washington Times @D1scourse
More dead-tree: Eric Lusby returned from surgery w/his powerful shot intact. It's helped Loyola reach the lax semis: http://t.co/aQgMWcPo

Maryland baseball hopes resume good enough for NCAA invitation

washingtontimes.com — The Maryland baseball team's rally in the ninth inning in Saturday's 6-5 victory over Virginia provided a jolt to end the regular season. There's a chance it also extended the Terrapins' season just a bit longer. Maryland (32-24) did not qualify for the ACC tournament, which began Wednesday in Greensboro, N.C.
Patrick Stevens College Sports Reporter, Washington Times @D1scourse
From the dead-tree: Maryland baseball hopes its RPI & quality wins are enough to impress the NCAA selection committee: http://t.co/dPIAIk1I

High-level officials partied with GSA in Vegas

washingtontimes.com — More than a dozen General Services Administration (GSA) employees and executives from Washington were listed as attendees for the lavish taxpayer-funded Las Vegas conference in 2010 that featured magic shows, a mind reader and a red-carpet event where federal workers acted like Hollywood movie stars.
Steve Tetreault Washington Bureau Chief, Las Vegas Review-Journal @STetreaultDC
Highlevel #GSArs shouldn't have been surprised by "rogue" #Vegas confab -- 13 of them were on invite list. WashTimes: http://t.co/DrSeBHK8

Stanwick, Briggs, Durkin named first team All-Americans

washingtontimes.com — Virginia's Steele Stanwick and Colin Briggs and Johns Hopkins' Tucker Durkin were among the first team All-America selections announced Thursday. Stanwick, last year's Tewaaraton Award winner, had 29 goals and 51 assists as a senior attackman this season. Briggs, the most outstanding player of last year's final four, scored 22 goals and added 16 assists for the Cavaliers.
Patrick Stevens College Sports Reporter, Washington Times @D1scourse
Virginia's Stanwick and Briggs, Hopkins' Durkin earn first team All-America selections --- http://t.co/HTkoWMNE

Michal Neuvirth 'will do whatever it takes' to be' No. 1 goalie

washingtontimes.com — "If I get in, I get in. If I get asked to play, I'm going to play with everything I have and make sure I'm prepared to go," Holtby said April 4. "If I don't get asked, I'm going to do the best to be the best teammate and give as much support to Neuvy as I can."
Stephen Whyno Capitals Reporter, Washington Times @SWhyno
#Caps goaltender Michal Neuvirth: "I will do whatever it takes to be the man." http://t.co/5HK696yh

Inside the Beltway: Catholics outraged by ignorance from network news

washingtontimes.com — In the wake of a damning Media Research Center report that broadcast news networks afforded a mere 19 seconds of coverage to historic Catholic lawsuits challenging the White House on certain mandates in the health care bill, religious and pro-life leaders have stepped forward to express "outrage" at ABC, CBS and NBC.
Jennifer Harper Inside the Beltway Columnist, Washington Times @harperbulletin
Catholics, pro-lifers vexed by broadcast coverage omission of White House lawsuit: http://t.co/7LSzRb1t via @washtimes

BENNETT: Romney plan for education hits the mark

washingtontimes.com — Every state and every community faces unique challenges to improve education, but the need for comprehensive reform across the nation has never been more apparent. Joel Klein, former chancellor of New York City schools, put it best: "The American Dream is quickly becoming an American memory.
Benjy Sarlin Political Reporter, Talking Points Memo @BenjySarlin
Tony Bennett endorses Romney's education plan. No, not that one. http://t.co/XhwDKA1N

PICKET (VIDEO EXCLUSIVE): Manchin - Private sector better at picking winners and losers than gov't

washingtontimes.com — President Barack Obama went after presumptive GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney this week for Mr. Romney's work at Bain Capital, a private equity firm that restructured businesses that were facing bankruptcy. Mr. Obama attacked Romney's experience in the private sector, saying: "Now I think my view of private equity is that it is set up to maximize profits, and that's a healthy part of the free market."
Kerry Picket Opinion Writer and Editor, Washington Times @KerryPicket
http://t.co/0zenVVtw PICKET (VIDEO EXCLUSIVE): Manchin - Private sector better at picking winners and losers than gov't

MILLER: Iraq vet brutalized over guns in D.C.

washingtontimes.com — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) seems to have it out for our military. The department is using the city's pointless firearm registration mandate to harass, arrest and jail servicemen.
Mike DeBonis Local Politics Reporter, Washington Post @mikedebonis
Congrats to @emilymiller, who appears to have taken a photo inside a D.C. Superior Court room & lived to tell the tale http://t.co/LqVX7MBN

DALY: Courtroom becomes NFL's new battlefield

washingtontimes.com — Another day, another legal filing in the NFL. This latest one is a whopper, too - bigger than two Albert Haynesworths put together. The Players Association is seeking damages of "up to $3 billion and more" from the league for having "a secret $123 million per-Club salary cap" during the uncapped 2010 year.
Nathan Fenno Reporter, Washington Times @nathanfenno
Our @dandalyonsports on NFL litigiousness: "What, Luca Brasi was holding a gun to DeMaurice Smith’s head ..." http://t.co/AMO0jImv
Dan Daly Sports Columnist, Washington Times @dandalyonsports
What does the #NFLPA's collusion lawsuit have to do with Luca Brasi? Just read my column. http://t.co/YG9THXGI #Redskins #TheGodfather #NFL

MILLER: Iraq vet brutalized over guns in D.C.

washingtontimes.com — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) seems to have it out for our military. The department is using the city's pointless firearm registration mandate to harass, arrest and jail servicemen.
Radley Balko Senior Editor, Reason @radleybalko
DC police deployed a small batallion of cops to home of Iraq vet who called mental health hotline. http://t.co/a8Ylvuij

Cole Hamels mows down Nationals in their 4-1 loss

washingtontimes.com — PHILADELPHIA - The last time Cole Hamels stood on a mound and stared in at the Washington Nationals' lineup, he had something to say. He did so with a fastball into Bryce Harper's lower back. Harper stole home; the Phillies won.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
RT @WashTimesSports: Cole Hamels mows down #Nationals in their 4-1 loss http://t.co/SbQzVoQ6

Ian Desmond unexpected source of power for Nationals

washingtontimes.com — In a sweatshirt and shorts, looking relaxed as usual, Ian Desmond sat on a couch inside the visitors' clubhouse at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday watching an afternoon game. The night before, he'd hit a home run. The night before that, he'd hit a home run. Before that, it was doubles in back-to-back games.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
Ian Desmond has 2nd-best SLG%of NL SS. To which Ryan Zimmerman said "This is kind of what we've all been waiting for." http://t.co/ZltQ5Ige
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
Ian Desmond owns 2nd-best SLG%of NL SS. To which Ryan Zimmerman said "This is what we've all been waiting for, right?" http://t.co/ZltQ5Ige

Injury updates: Strasburg, Morse, Lidge, DeRosa (and Davey)

washingtontimes.com — It seems rare these days that an injury update post on the Nationals will include almost entirely good news, but that's what we've got today, so here goes... --- Right-hander Stephen Strasburg threw his bullpen session early Wednesday afternoon and said it "felt great."
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
All the injury or non-injury updates from today on Strasburg, Lidge, Morse, DeRosa & Davey can be found here: http://t.co/JnLxeAkO #nats

Third party: Doug O'Neill seeks crowning glory with I'll Have Another

washingtontimes.com — Watching from the stands at Churchill Downs and then Pimlico Race Course, Doug O'Neill experienced the thrill of victory twice. "You're yelling at the top of your lungs. To see your horse win it at the wire, there's no better feeling," I'll Have Another's trainer said. "It's incredible."
Stephen Whyno Capitals Reporter, Washington Times @SWhyno
My story in today's paper on @Ill_HaveAnother and wondering if #TripleCrown is still winnable: http://t.co/wEst487p

NAFTA key to economic, social growth in Mexico

washingtontimes.com — CHIHUAHUA CITY, Mexico - The North American Free Trade Agreement, which went into effect in 1994, has been the key driver of Mexico's economic and social transformation of the past 20 years, analysts say. NAFTA at first brought an explosion of low-skill-labor factories to the Mexican side of the U.S.
Eric Berger Science Reporter, Houston Chronicle @chronsciguy
A good thing! RT @jstrevino: “Mexico is now graduating more engineers than Germany every year.” http://t.co/474cvJUU

Caps renew AHL affiliation with Hershey Bears

washingtontimes.com — Some NHL teams want their top minor league affiliate to just produce talent. The Washington Capitals believe the best kind of development for prospects is winning, which makes their pairing with the Hershey Bears ideal. And it will continue for at least the next two years, as the Caps announced they renewed their American Hockey League affiliation with Hershey through 2013-14.
Stephen Whyno Capitals Reporter, Washington Times @SWhyno
#Caps renew AHL affiliation with @TheHersheyBears http://t.co/VkMOwYRK #HBH

Inside a long-awaited save for Tyler Clippard

washingtontimes.com — Hours before the game, Tyler Clippard spoke strongly and firmly about the newly re-opened closers' job in the Nationals' bullpen. He wanted it, had been fighting for it for three years and felt like he'd been passed over for it before. He then took that line of thinking to pitching coach Steve McCatty, pleading his case once more.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
Inside a long-awaited save for Tyler Clippard: http://t.co/LqIuYn17 #nats

Harper helps Nationals get the best of Halladay in 5-2 win

washingtontimes.com — There was a morning this spring that Washington Nationals hitting coach Rick Eckstein and outfielder Bryce Harper found themselves in a conversation about opposing starters in the National League East. Eckstein, who recalled the conversation on another morning in Viera, Fla., listened as Harper detailed exactly how he thought one particular pitcher in the division might attack him.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
The #nats figured out a "human" Roy Halladay Tues., and haven't seem confused on how to beat the #phillies all yr: http://t.co/w9mq5oaD

Duke goalie Dan Wigrizer has a blue-ribbon tutor

washingtontimes.com — Dan Wigrizer is working with three position coaches in as many seasons, so the Duke goalie understands there are plenty of avenues to success. In the fall, the Blue Devils' latest goalie guide told Wigrizer and the rest of the goalies to throw their sticks aside.
Patrick Stevens College Sports Reporter, Washington Times @D1scourse
Dead-tree edition: Duke hired ex-Syracuse goalie John Galloway as an assistant. A big winner as a result? Dan Wigrizer: http://t.co/bUTCJiqb

Inside the Beltway: Friends of Elizabeth

washingtontimes.com — President Obama isn't the only Democrat to draw glittering Hollywood firepower. Silver-screen hunks Ben Affleck and Matt Damon - who both grew up near Boston - staged a "Massachusetts Evening" in Santa Monica, Calif., to raise money for Elizabeth Warren, who would like very much to take Edward M.
Jennifer Harper Inside the Beltway Columnist, Washington Times @harperbulletin
Hollywood turns out for Elizabeth Warren: http://t.co/13l2qn8C via @washtimes

Groups air ads hitting Obama, Romney

washingtontimes.com — NEW YORK - An independent group seeking to oust President Obama launched a new TV ad Tuesday suggesting Mr. Obama had let down the voters who vaulted him into the White House in 2008.
Marc Levy Pennsylvania Politics, Government, and Economy Reporter, Associated Press @timelywriter
Another skirmish by money groups allied with #Obama or #Romney -- http://t.co/4WYq4Aqz -- that includes TV ads you'll see in #Pennsylvania.

De Borchgrave takes leave from column

washingtontimes.com — Arnaud de Borchgrave said Monday night he will take a three-month leave from writing his weekly opinion column for The Washington Times to finish his memoirs. The decision by Mr. de Borchgrave, a former editor of The Times and a decorated international journalist, came after an examination by two online news sites of some of his work showed similarities with material from other sources, without attribution.
Jack Shafer Columnist, Slate @jackshafer
RT @MAlexJohnson: de Borchgrave on leave frm WashTimes as eds conduct "assessment" of allegedly plagiarized columns. http://t.co/PmzCI8A8
Alex Johnson Correspondent and NBC News Web Projects Coordinator, NBC News @MAlexJohnson
Arnaud de Borchgrave on leave from WashTimes as editors conduct "internal assessment" of allegedly plagiarized columns. http://t.co/t7Z3apKj
Michael Calderone Senior Media Reporter, Huffington Post @mlcalderone
De Borchgrave, amid plagiarism charges, takes leave from writing Washington Times column. http://t.co/YJ5Tldou

Arbitrator dismisses Redskins salary cap grievance

washingtontimes.com — The Washington Redskins are moving on after an arbitrator Tuesday dismissed their grievance challenging their $36 million salary cap penalty. Stephen B. Burbank, a law professor at the University of Pennsylvania, also granted the NFL's motion to dismiss the Dallas Cowboys' challenge of their $10 million cap deduction.
Rich Campbell Redskins Reporter, Washington Times @Rich_Campbell
Today's print story about the salary cap grievance dismissal, including how the #Redskins tried to argue their case: http://t.co/MY6qzdn1
Rich Campbell Redskins Reporter, Washington Times @Rich_Campbell
Tomorrow's print story on the #Redskins losing their salary cap grievance, including how they argued their case: http://t.co/t2yFfJcL

Arbitrator dismisses Redskins salary cap grievance

washingtontimes.com — The Redskins' grievance challenging their $36 million salary cap penalty was dismissed by arbitrator Stephen Burbank, NFL executive vice president and general counsel Jeff Pash told reporters Tuesday at the NFL owners meetings in Atlanta. A Redskins spokesman declined to comment.
Nathan Fenno Reporter, Washington Times @nathanfenno
And the lawyers warm up ... RT @Rich_Campbell: Abitrator dismisses Redskins' salary cap grievance: http://t.co/KQxWrsJ7
Rich Campbell Redskins Reporter, Washington Times @Rich_Campbell
Abitrator dismisses Redskins' salary cap grievance: http://t.co/yqmceBhH | #Redskins Watch

Rodriguez out as Nats' stopper, leaving three likely candidates

washingtontimes.com — PHILADELPHIA - As Henry Rodriguez took the mound at Citizens Bank Park on Monday night, all eyes from the Washington Nationals' dugout and bullpen were on him. The warm-up pitches, they knew, would tell them all they needed to know. In the dugout, manager Davey Johnson stood with pitching coach Steve McCatty nearby.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
RT @washtimessports: Henry Rodriguez out as #Nationals’ stopper, leaving three likely candidates http://t.co/GNrNMb7F

Tyler Clippard feels ready to close, plus Wang talks about move to bullpen

washingtontimes.com — The Nationals have no closer at the current moment, manager Davey Johnson moving Henry Rodriguez out of the role Tuesday afternoon after needing Sean Burnett to bail him out Monday night for the second time in three save opportunities.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
#Nats might be reluctant to use him there, but Tyler Clippard feels ready to close. Plus, Wang talks about relieving: http://t.co/feaqE3C3

SNYDER: Out West, storm front brings lots of Thunder

washingtontimes.com — Champions don't pass the torch when an up-and-comer nips at their heels, eager for a taste at the summit. Contenders must snatch the crown and pry it away from seasoned winners. For the Oklahoma City Thunder, once isn't enough.
Deron Snyder Sports Columnist, The Washington Times @Its_Ball_Good
Out West, Storm Front Brings Lots of #Thunder... http://t.co/HafyUWwC #nba #okc #twotorchesnotone

Ryan Zimmerman scratched due to manager's decision

washingtontimes.com — Ryan Zimmerman was a late scratch Tuesday night, due to what the Nationals' termed a "manager's decision." The third baseman appeared to be fine in the clubhouse pre-game but roughly 35 minutes before gametime, it was announced that the team had a lineup change. Chad Tracy will play third base and bat third in Zimmerman's place.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
The full update on #Nats third baseman Ryan Zimmerman's late scratch Tuesday. He expects to play Weds.: http://t.co/SGEbDZ20
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
What little we know about Ryan Zimmerman's late scratch from tonight's game is here: http://t.co/SGEbDZ20 #nats

Inside GSA's "Over the Top" 2010 Las Vegas conference

washingtontimes.com — GSA officials have released more than two dozen videos, hundreds of photographs and other documents to The Washington Times that provide a comprehensive look into the infamous 2010 conference in Las Vegas.
Scott Klein Editor of News Applications, ProPublica @kleinmatic
⚡@documentcloud RT @lukerosiak: @washtimes posts hundreds of videos, documents and photos of the Vegas GSA conference http://t.co/an79q9bx
Steve Tetreault Washington Bureau Chief, Las Vegas Review-Journal @STetreaultDC
Can't get enough of the #GSA confab in #Vegas? WashingtonTimes posts trove of new videos, docs obtained via FOIA http://t.co/WI1ELhUi

Today's lineups: Nationals face Halladay for first time in 2012

washingtontimes.com — The Washington Nationals have a chance to win their second straight series over the Philadelphia Phillies tonight, but they'll have to go through Roy Halladay to do it. Halladay, who'll be opposed by Nationals right-hander Jordan Zimmermann, will face the same lineup that Washington ran out vs. Kyle Kendrick in the series opener.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
The #nats lineup hasn't changed from Monday night but they'll be facing Roy Halladay tonight. Lineups & more: http://t.co/SsqBBQfb

Stanley Cup Final schedule set

washingtontimes.com — The Los Angeles Kings haven't advanced to the Stanley Cup Final yet, and the New Jersey Devils made the Eastern Conference finals a series by tying things up Monday. But the NHL already has its schedule set for the final round of the playoffs.
Stephen Whyno Capitals Reporter, Washington Times @SWhyno
Full Stanley Cup Final schedule: http://t.co/EXg3lXSz #NHL #LAKings #Coyotes #NYR #NJDevils

GSA Document Loading - Washington Times

washingtontimes.com — The Washington Times delivers breaking news and commentary on the issues that affect the future of our nation.
Jonathan O'Connell Staff Writer, Washington Post @OConnellPostbiz
Bob Peck's slideshow presentation at fateful 2010 #GSA conference, via @lukerosiak http://t.co/F1vECUbc

Nationals expected to place Mattheus on DL, activate Wang

washingtontimes.com — The Washington Nationals were hoping to get good news when right-handed reliever Ryan Mattheus visited with a foot specialist in Baltimore on Tuesday but they apparently did not. According to a club source, Mattheus is expected to be placed on the 15-day disabled list with a partial tear in the plantar fascia in his left foot before Tuesday night's game.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
#Nats make it official-put Ryan Mattheus on 15 day DL, activate C-M Wang. Mattheus has partial tear of plantar fascia: http://t.co/Ef2FoeBZ
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
Mattheus in walking boot for few wks but should be able to keep arm in shape. Hope is it relieves plantar fasciitis: http://t.co/Ef2FoeBZ

Private supply ship rockets toward space station

washingtontimes.com — CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - A first-of-its-kind commercial supply ship rocketed toward the International Space Station following a successful liftoff early Tuesday, opening a new era of dollar-driven spaceflight. The SpaceX company made history as its Falcon 9 rocket rose from its seaside launch pad and pierced the pre-dawn sky, aiming for a rendezvous in a few days with the space station.
Matthew Keys Deputy Social Media Editor, Reuters @ProducerMatthew
Woot. RT @washtimes: Private supply ship rockets toward space station http://t.co/yIIogeV9

PICKET: NATO 2012 protest video gallery

washingtontimes.com — NATO 2012 Protest Video Gallery
Kerry Picket Opinion Writer and Editor, Washington Times @KerryPicket
http://t.co/HfAtansP NATO Protesters surround innocent bystander
Kerry Picket Opinion Writer and Editor, Washington Times @KerryPicket
http://t.co/HfAtansP PICKET: NATO 2012 protest video gallery

Inside the Beltway: A vial matter

washingtontimes.com — "If indeed this story is true, it's a craven act and we will use every legal means to stop its sale or purchase. ... Any individual, including a President of the United States, should feel confident that once they enter into the care of a medical system their privacy and rights are held inviolable."
Jennifer Harper Inside the Beltway Columnist, Washington Times @harperbulletin
A vial matter: auctioning off Reagan's blood a "craven act", says the Reagan Foundation: http://t.co/dvX6Caww via @washtimes

Shanahan OK after being leveled during drill

washingtontimes.com — Coach Mike Shanahan was involved in an on-field collision with cornerback Brandyn Thompson during Monday's organized team activity inside the Redskins' indoor practice facility. Thompson plowed into Shanahan while covering a deep pass intended for wideout Pierre Garcon. Shanahan lay on the ground for a few minutes before walking off the field.
Rich Campbell Redskins Reporter, Washington Times @Rich_Campbell
#Redskins OTA stories: Cooley: http://t.co/DoGhTW3K | RG3: http://t.co/KTbR7bDR | Jarvis: http://t.co/WpwqpgZi | Notes: http://t.co/RzpI1s9E

SNYDER: Jenkins is like a new gift for Redskins to unwrap

washingtontimes.com — The Washington Redskins didn't have a second-round selection in this year's draft, having packaged it in the bounty for the No. 2 overall pick. But you could argue that Washington had a second-round draft pick in the bag - defensive end Jarvis Jenkins.
Rich Campbell Redskins Reporter, Washington Times @Rich_Campbell
#Redskins OTA stories: Cooley: http://t.co/DoGhTW3K | RG3: http://t.co/KTbR7bDR | Jarvis: http://t.co/WpwqpgZi | Notes: http://t.co/RzpI1s9E

Griffin starts task of laying a foundation for Redskins

washingtontimes.com — In rookie minicamp earlier this month, Robert Griffin III already had the chance to prove to Mike Shanahan and the rest of the Washington coaching staff why he deserved to be the Redskins' first-round draft pick.
Rich Campbell Redskins Reporter, Washington Times @Rich_Campbell
#Redskins OTA stories: Cooley: http://t.co/DoGhTW3K | RG3: http://t.co/KTbR7bDR | Jarvis: http://t.co/WpwqpgZi | Notes: http://t.co/RzpI1s9E

Redskins' Cooley intent on showing he still can play after knee injury

washingtontimes.com — Chris Cooley ran around the Washington Redskins' indoor practice facility Monday with his bare left knee exposed for all to see. He wore no brace, no wrap, no nothing. He just played football. Cooley blocked the defensive end on one play during the team's spring practice and later slipped out on a pass route.
Rich Campbell Redskins Reporter, Washington Times @Rich_Campbell
#Redskins OTA stories: Cooley: http://t.co/DoGhTW3K | RG3: http://t.co/KTbR7bDR | Jarvis: http://t.co/WpwqpgZi | Notes: http://t.co/RzpI1s9E

9/11 'truther' leading Egyptian presidential race

washingtontimes.com — An Islamist who believes that the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States were an American conspiracy is the front-runner in Egypt's presidential race, a new poll shows. Mr. Abolfotoh expressed his views on the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon in an interview last year with Egypt scholar Eric Trager.
Ben Birnbaum Foreign Affairs Reporter, Washington Times @Ben_Birnbaum
RT @washtimes: 9/11 'truther' in front of Egyptian presidential polls http://t.co/gVmeUogo
Ben Birnbaum Foreign Affairs Reporter, Washington Times @Ben_Birnbaum
Aboul Fotouh on 9/11: "They didn’t bring this crime before U.S. justice system til now. Why? Because it’s a conspiracy" http://t.co/NOQKW38O
Tom Gara Reporter, Financial Times @tomgara
Must be so proud RT @Ben_Birnbaum My story on top #Egypt presidential candidate's 9/11 Trutherism on Drudge right now http://t.co/SzE6kVtM
Ben Birnbaum Foreign Affairs Reporter, Washington Times @Ben_Birnbaum
RT @mcmoynihan: She might not grab the nomination here, but @TheRealRoseanne would likely do well in Egypt http://t.co/MUdEAzbp
Ben Birnbaum Foreign Affairs Reporter, Washington Times @Ben_Birnbaum
My story on top #Egypt presidential candidate's 9/11 Trutherism on Drudge right now http://t.co/NOQKW38O h/t @EricTrager18
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Ian Desmond offers interesting take on Henry Rodriguez's wildness

washingtontimes.com — PHILADELPHIA -- The Washington Nationals are in a tough spot. They lost their closer for what appears to be nearly half the season almost as soon as it began. They lost one of the pitchers counted on to serve as a backup in that role shortly thereafter.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
#Nats players sympathize w Rodriguez's plight. Asked about it, Ian Desmond offered an interesting take & comparison: http://t.co/iUz2OFO9

More images, videos reveal GSA fun at 2010 Vegas conference

washingtontimes.com — The table was strewn with Crayola markers, glue, tin foil and a box of discarded Milk Duds as the General Services Administration workers happily tinkered away on a crafts project in the posh Las Vegas casino.
Nathan Fenno Reporter, Washington Times @nathanfenno
"The table was strewn with Crayola markers, glue, tin foil and a box of discarded Milk Duds." Inside GSA "summer camp." http://t.co/L91Lx9ol

Flores adjusting to his role as starting catcher

washingtontimes.com — Injuries have ravaged Washington's catching depth, first taking Wilson Ramos for the season with a torn ACL in his right knee, then putting Sandy Leon on the shelf for a month with a high ankle sprain. As a result, Jesus Flores has gone from bench player to iron man.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
As Jesus Flores adjusts to everyday role, #Nats aren't actively pursuing backup C trade but considering backup options http://t.co/oibqYUQJ

In Nationals win over Phillies, questions arise at closer

washingtontimes.com — The Washington Nationals won Monday night. They beat their division rival Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 on a misty, occasionally rainy, night at Citizens Bank Park. They got six nearly unhittable innings from left-hander Gio Gonzalez and all the runs they'd need off the bat of Ian Desmond.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
The #Nats won Mon night. But they came out of their victory over #Phillies w their closer position in a state of flux: http://t.co/KAwdSQaF

Obama: I couldn't sleep in my own Chicago bed

washingtontimes.com — CHICAGO - President Obama praised Chicago police Monday for their handling of several days worth of clashes with anti-government protesters during the city's NATO summit, and asked for sympathy from frustrated Chicagoans because he wasn't able to sleep in his own bed.
Susan Crabtree White House Correspondent, Washington Times @susancrabtree
Obama: 'I couldn't sleep in my own Chicago bed' http://t.co/pKR8fG5s

More images, videos reveal GSA fun at 2010 Vegas conference

washingtontimes.com — The table was strewn with Crayola markers, glue, tin foil and a box of discarded Milk Duds as the General Services Administration workers happily tinkered away on a crafts project in the posh Las Vegas casino.
Susan Crabtree White House Correspondent, Washington Times @susancrabtree
More images, videos reveal GSA fun at 2010 Vegas conference - Washington Times: http://t.co/0PBwN2R7 via @washtimes

The Five: America’s televised chatroom

communities.washingtontimes.com — CHARLOTE, May 21, 2012 - Every afternoon Fox News' The Five allows television viewers to eavesdrop on America's sidewalk café. Across the country and throughout the world, similar scenes play out among friends who get together daily in their favorite gathering places to discuss and debate the news of the day from politics to religion to the latest ice cream flavor and anything else in between.
Eric Bolling Co-host, Follow the Money, Fox Business @ericbolling
Thanks Washington Times!!... http://t.co/SMpss1Hy

Inside the Beltway: Reagan conjuring up blood money

washingtontimes.com — The bids are lofty for a vial that once held Ronald Reagan's blood, now up for grabs at an online British auction house. At the moment, the leading bid is $5,081 for a 5-inch glass vial with "dried blood residue from President Reagan," drawn from him at George Washington University Hospital after a 1981 assassination attempt by John Hinckley Jr.
Heidi N. Moore Freelance Journalist @moorehn
Does Angelina Jolie know about this? RT @mccarthyryanj You can buy a vial of Ronald Reagan's blood for $5,000. http://t.co/TlXmZAvv
Ryan McCarthy Deputy Editor, Reuters.com, Reuters @mccarthyryanj
You can buy a vial of Ronald Reagan's blood for $5,000, if you're into that kind of thing http://t.co/ANSYFuX4
David Graham Associate Editor, Politics Channel, The Atlantic @GrahamDavidA
WTF. MT @pbump: Vial of Reagan's dried blood at auction http://t.co/9WScPtEr Perfect for black magic, becoming most powerful Republican ever

In Nationals win over Philadelphia, questions arise at closer

washingtontimes.com — The Washington Nationals won Monday night. They beat their division rival Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 on a misty, occasionally rainy, night at Citizens Bank Park. They got six nearly unhittable innings from left-hander Gio Gonzalez and all the runs they'd need off the bat of Ian Desmond.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
The #Nats won Mon night. But they came out of their victory over #Phillies w their closer position in a state of flux: http://t.co/374l55p2

Egypt party leader: Holocaust is 'a lie'

washingtontimes.com — A leader of Egypt's top secular party says the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks were "made in the USA," the Holocaust is "a lie" and Anne Frank's memoir is "a fake" - comments sure to roil the post-revolution political debate in the Arab world's most populous country.
Ben Birnbaum Foreign Affairs Reporter, Washington Times @Ben_Birnbaum
Speaking of kooky #Egypt politicians, re-up my interview w/ Holocaust denier & 9/11 Truther Ahmed Ezz El-Arab (Wafd VP) http://t.co/KSR13Ltb

EDITORIAL: Land of the drones

washingtontimes.com — In the Age of Obama, Uncle Sam is watching. High-tech surveillance aircraft once limited to the use of the world's largest military organizations are now finding their way to local law-enforcement agencies. With the ability to put an eye in the sky over every square inch of U.S.
Jillian C. York Freelance Journalist @jilliancyork
RT @drones: The conservative-leaning Washington Times comes out against domestic surveillance drones http://t.co/H6cYvdet

A letter-perfect guide to the NCAA lacrosse final four

washingtontimes.com — Need a primer for this weekend's lacrosse final four? Here's a good A-to-Z start as Duke, Loyola, Maryland and Notre Dame prepare to converge upon Foxborough, Mass., for Saturday's semifinals: A is for Niko Amato, Maryland's up-and-down goalie.
Patrick Stevens College Sports Reporter, Washington Times @D1scourse
For those who missed it last night, an A to Z guide to the NCAA lacrosse final four --- http://t.co/raaQNUVw
Patrick Stevens College Sports Reporter, Washington Times @D1scourse
The NCAA lacrosse final four, from A to Z --- http://t.co/raaVluWq

9/11 'truther' leading Egyptian presidential race

washingtontimes.com — An Islamist who believes that the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States were an American conspiracy is the front-runner in Egypt's presidential race, a new poll shows. Mr. Abolfotoh expressed his views on the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon in an interview last year with Egypt scholar Eric Trager.
Ben Birnbaum Foreign Affairs Reporter, Washington Times @Ben_Birnbaum
Poll: 9/11 Truther (Aboul Fotouh) leading #Egypt's presidential race http://t.co/n7JEQfLE

Mattheus dealing with left foot injury, Lidge to throw bullpen & other injury updates

washingtontimes.com — Reliever Ryan Mattheus was running Monday in the outfield at Citizens Bank Park when he felt some soreness that had been bothering his left foot for a few weeks flare up. He came in and iced it but the Nationals' trainers were concerned enough with the aggravation that Mattheus received X-rays in Philadelphia and will see a specialist in Baltimore on Tuesday.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
Here are the updates on Ryan Mattheus (foot) and Brad Lidge: http://t.co/MrC68GGx #nats

Nationals not expecting Stephen Strasburg to miss a start

washingtontimes.com — Washington Nationals right-hander Stephen Strasburg was out in the outfield at Citizens Bank Park Monday morning, taking part in the near-daily pitchers' ultimate frisbee game -- the latest indication that the tightness or fatigue that he was feeling Sunday was indeed normal.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
The #Nationals do not expect Stephen Strasburg to miss a start: http://t.co/sUUuEalO #nats

Mike Shanahan involved in on-field collision during OTAs

washingtontimes.com — Head coach Mike Shanahan was involved in an on-field collision with cornerback Brandyn Thompson during Monday's organized team activity inside the Redskins' indoor practice facility. Thompson plowed into Shanahan while covering a deep pass intended for wideout Pierre Garcon. Shanahan lay on the ground for a few minutes before walking off the field under his own power.
Rich Campbell Redskins Reporter, Washington Times @Rich_Campbell
Mike Shanahan involved in on-field collision during practice: http://t.co/RpJyPLyU #Redskins

Bombs away: A few notes about the Nationals' offensive outburst

washingtontimes.com — The Nationals tagged the Baltimore Orioles for nine runs on Sunday, the most runs they've scored all season, and it was an output that featured eight of the Nationals' nine position players all reaching base at least once. Five turned in multi-hit games, five had extra-base hits and three hit home runs.
Amanda Comak Nationals Reporter, Washington Times @acomak
The #nats offense put up 9 Sun., most of the year. A few notes on their output about Strasburg, Harper & Espinosa: http://t.co/hOrrJ4Sy

Congress for Dummies

washingtontimes.com — Call it "Congress for Dummies" - It's Congress, and lawmakers increasingly think you're the dummies, at least when it comes to speeches. Over the last seven years, the level of discourse in Congress has been dumbed down by an entire grade level, from 11th grade down to 10th grade, according to an analysis by the Sunlight Foundation.
Dylan Byers Political Media Reporter, Politico @DylanByers
Over last 7 years, level of discourse in Congress has been dumbed down from 11th grade to 10th grade, per SF analysis. http://t.co/DS7dqeWu

A look at Dennis Wideman and impending free agency

washingtontimes.com — Will defenseman be back?
Stephen Whyno Capitals Reporter, Washington Times @SWhyno
Reading a lot about Dennis Wideman this morning on Twitter. My look at his impeding free agency http://t.co/GxKpcu5n #Caps
Stephen Whyno Capitals Reporter, Washington Times @SWhyno
A look at #Caps' Dennis Wideman and his impending free agency: http://t.co/GxKtK4ex