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Published 1/12/2009 by Mark Murray at First Read

From NBC's Ken StricklandAttorneys for Roland Burris have finished their meeting with Senate officials. They said nothing as they left the office where the meeting was held. We expect a statement from Senate Democratic leaders on whether his certification will be ruled valid. If it is ruled valid, it does not mean Burris will be seated today (more on that later). The meeting lasted a little more than 30 minutes. ...( read more ) (link)

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