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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2002

Update: Senator Trent Lott stepped down as majority leader today.

Senator Bill Frist (R-Tennessee), a close ally of President Bush, on Thursday said he would challenge Trent Lott for the Senate majority leader position.

Lott is under fire for remarks he made that appeared to embrace segregation. He has apologized profusely but said he won't step down even as his own party member question his ability to lead.

Frist's announcement immediately drew supporters but Lott has those as well. A January 6 vote among Republicans will resolve the issue.

Get the Story:
Frist Now Planning Run for Lott Job (The Washington Post 12/20)
For Lott, Power Rests on Friends More Than Followers (The Washington Post 12/20)
Bush Ally Is Set to Make a Bid for Lott's Post (The New York Times 12/20)
National G.O.P. Members Weigh Against Lott in Poll (The New York Times 12/20)
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Relevant Links:
Sen. Trent Lott - http://lott.senate.gov
Sen. Bill Frist - http://frist.senate.gov

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