On Karl Rove’s last day at the White House, here are the top six stories on the Washington Post’s Web site:
Va. Senator Warner Will Not Seek a Sixth Term: Retirement is unwelcome news for Republicans who hope to take control of the Senate next year.
Fed Hopes to Avoid Bailout: Bernanke indicates central bank will take action if the economy as a whole seems to be suffering.
Snow Leaving White House: Press secretary will leave his job on Sept. 14 and be replaced by his deputy, Dana Perino.
Senator Craig Urged to Resign: GOP leaders seek to contain fallout following Idaho lawmaker’s arrest in an airport restroom.
Gonzales Testimony Investigated: Justice Dept. probes whether departing attorney general gave false testimony to Congress.
Fred Thompson, a Front-Runner? Former senator’s advisers have no illusions about the difficulties they face with a late entry.
