U.S. President George W. Bush (C) shares a laugh with members of congress as he signs the renewal of the U.S.A. Patriot Act at the White House in Washington, March 9, 2006. Bush is joined by (L-R) Pat Roberts, Peter King, Sensen Brenner, Arlen Specter, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Dennis Haster. REUTERS/Jim Young
The House passes Patriot Act extensions, after falling short seven votes last time.