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Violence to test bond between U.S. and newly sovereign Iraq June 28: With the power handoff in Iraq done two days ahead of schedule, Iraqi leaders and U.S. troops prepare for elections amid crippling chaos and untested guidelines in their new relationship. — John Yaukey >> What Congress is saying about the power transfer Power transfer timed to boost Iraqi elections >> U.S. cedes authority but retain troops >> Who will be in charge of security? Power handoff in Iraq not likely to cut war costs

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