Terri Schiavo: Federal Court Hearing Today, 3pm ET
Update: The hearing adjourned without a ruling. The Judge said he understands that time is of the essence. Predictions?
Update: Liberal Common Sense has a profile of the Judge. Majikthise has a roundup of liberal blog coverage.
Bump and Update: There will be a hearing at 3pm ET in federal court on Terri Schiavo's parents request to reinsert the feeding tube.
The case will be heard by United States District Judge James D. Whittemore, who was appointed to the court in 1999 by President Clinton. David Gibbs II, a lawyer for the Schindlers, told The Associated Press that the judge had sent a message saying he was reviewing the filings in the case.
Bush's statement:
President Bush said in a statement just after 1 a.m.: "In cases like this one, where there are serious questions and substantial doubts, our society, our laws, and our courts should have a presumption in favor of life. This presumption is especially critical for those like Terri Schiavo, who live at the mercy of others."
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