Morrell said the general's request will contain further analysis and a range of force level options for the president to consider, along with a statement of the risks of each option.

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After returning from a trip to Afghanistan, Senator Daniel Inouye, who heads the powerful Senate Appropriations Committee, issued a statement this week appearing to support the request by General McChrystal for more troops, although Inouye said more discussion would be needed before any final decision on troop levels is made.

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Barrow declined a request for comment but released a statement before the vote depoliticizing his support.

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After responding to a CNN request, PayPal's blog was updated with a post with the same statement, attributed to Anuj Nayar, director of communications.

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Moran is scheduled to appear before a judge in Madrid to face an extradition request on Monday, the statement said.

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