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Obama's surprise trip to Kabul; Edwards' defense goes on offense; the anarchist bridge plot; and more.

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The Slatest: May 1, 2012

Obama Makes Surprise Visit to Afghanistan

Obama Makes Surprise Visit to Afghanistan

The president will sign a strategic partnership agreement meant to mark the beginning of the end of the war.

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Edwards' Lawyer Grills Witness Over Financial Motivation

Edwards' Lawyer Grills Witness Over Financial Motivation

In cross-examination, defense offers movie deal as reason behind Cheri Young's testimony.

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FBI Says It Foiled Anarchist Plot To Blow Up Bridge

FBI Says It Foiled Anarchist Plot To Blow Up Bridge

The group allegedly also discussed targeting an upcoming NATO summit and this summer's GOP convention.

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Facebook Pushes Users To Declare Organ Donor Status

Facebook Pushes Users To Declare Organ Donor Status

The social networking giant looks to harness social pressure to bolster the ranks of donors.

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Occupy Movement Looks to May Day For Reawakening

Occupy Movement Looks to May Day For Reawakening

But so far organizers' calls for a general strike have gone unanswered.

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Obama Goes Negative With "Swiss Bank Account" Ad

Obama Goes Negative With "Swiss Bank Account" Ad

The president's reelection team opens fire on Romney's finances and business record.

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Clinton Heads to China in Midst of Dissident Drama

Clinton Heads to China in Midst of Dissident Drama

Chen Guangcheng's escape from house arrest is expected to overshadow a planned meeting on the economy.

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Officials Warn of "Body Bombs" on Bin Laden Anniversary

Officials Warn of "Body Bombs" on Bin Laden Anniversary

ABC News reports that authorities fear that al-Qaida may soon use the devices to target a U.S.-bound flight.

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Gingrich Announces Campaign End Date

Gingrich Announces Campaign End Date

The GOP hopeful will finally make it official at a Wednesday press conference.

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