Obama eyes military leaders

Barack Obama is considering former top military leaders among his possible running mates, said a Democratic senator who met Tuesday with his vice presidential vetting team. North Dakota Sen. Kent Conrad said there was "more than one" former military leader on a list of "about 20" potential choices. "It's very clear they have reached no conclusions," he said.

paul plans minnesota rally

GOP presidential candidate Ron Paul is planning a daylong rally in Minneapolis during the Republican National Convention that could draw attention from John McCain. The Texas congressman with a devoted following has tentatively reserved Williams Arena on Sept. 2, the second day of the convention.

PRIMARY ROUNDUP

South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham easily won his primary against fellow Republican Buddy Witherspoon. • In Virginia, two long-time Democratic rivals fought for the seat being vacated by retiring Republican Rep. Tom Davis. Early unofficial results said Gerry Connolly, chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, beat former Rep. Leslie Byrne. • In Maine, Democrats chose Rep. Tom Allen over political newcomer Tom Ledue in a U.S. Senate primary.

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