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JUNE 12, 2001

The National Association of Home Builders has apologized for an incident in which one of its Louisiana lobbyists allegedly made threatening remarks about Senator Jim Jeffords (I-Vt.).

The lobbyist allegedly made the remarks to an aide in Jeffords' office. He has been questioned by US Capitol Police.

Jeffords has received death threats since leaving the Republican party and is under armed watch.

Get the Story:
Louisiana lobbyist questioned over threat to Jeffords (AP 6/11)

Relevant Links:
National Association of Home Builders - http://www.nahb.com

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