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Attorney General Resigns
Bush Attorney General Alberto Gonzales submits his resignation.
Padilla found guilty by federal jury
José Padilla was found guilty, by a federal jury, of charges that he conspired to kill people in an overseas jihad and to fund and support overseas terrorism. He is neither charged with this crime, nor convicted on this charge.
Saddam Hussein executed
Saddam Hussein is executed in Baghdad for crimes against humanity.
Iran and Syria recognize Iraqi government
Iran and Syria recognize the government of Iraq, restore diplomatic relations and call for a peace conference.
Keith Ellison becomes first Muslim elected to House of Representatives
Minnesota Democrat Keith Ellison became the first Muslim elected to the House of Representatives.
Saddam Hussein sentenced to death by hanging
Saddam Hussein and two of his senior allies are sentenced to death by hanging after an Iraqi court finds them guilty of crimes against humanity.
Moussaoui sentenced to life in prison
Zacarias Moussaoui is sentenced to life in prison.
Anti-war Protests in New York
Massive march in New York City against war in Iraq.
Parliamentary Elections held in Iraq
In Iraq, first parliamentary elections are held under Iraq’s new constitution.
U.S. troop death toll rises
U.S. troop death toll in Iraq reaches 2,000.
