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Sen. Susan Collins, Maine Republican, voted against advancing the bill that would have repealed "don't ask, don't tell" because Democrats would not agree to extend debate so that her GOP colleagues could weigh in on other issues. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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U.S. Capitol Police detain demonstrators ahead of Netanyahu visit
Large protests are expected in Washington during Mr. Netanyahu’s visit, with increased security and police presence at the Capitol as a precaution.