Daily Political Wire 5-31-2010

George Wenschhof

Israel attacks Flotilla headed to Gaza with humanitarian supplies - once again a questionable action by Israel precedes a visit by Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with President Obama.

Israel has had a blockade in place around Gaza for three years. The flotilla allegedly was carrying tons of humanitarian relief supplies. At least ten were killed. The NY Times has more here.

The "proximity peace talks" between Palestine and Israel are underway brokered by U.S. Middle East Envoy George Mitchell. President Obama is scheduled to host both Netanyahu (tomorrow) and President Mahmood Abbas in a week at the White House. The last time Netanyahu met with President Obama was immediately after the announcement that Israel had approved building permits in the controversial West Bank and he received a not so warm reception from the President. Much of the initial international reaction has been to express outrage toward the action by Israel. Stay Tuned...

10:20 AM Update - Netanyahu cancels visit with President Obama to deal with Gaza crisis.

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Hanabusa gets big boost in Hawaii House race as Case bows out - new Republican representative Charles Djou just won a specila election to replace Neil Abercrombie(D) who had stepped down to run for Governor. His victory in a Democratic controlled district the result of two Democrats; Hanabusa and Ed Case splitting the vote. Politico.com has more here.

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