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Exit polls from Sunday's referendum in Crimea show overwhelming support for separating from Ukraine and for joining the Russian Federation, but many of those opposed to joining Russia boycotted the vote. The White House rejects the vote

Exit polls from Sunday's referendum in Crimea show overwhelming support for separating from Ukraine and for joining the Russian Federation, but many of those opposed to joining Russia boycotted the vote. The White House issued a statement rejecting the referendum. Elizabeth Palmer reports.

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During his opening remarks for a pre-taped broadcast of PBS' "Women Of Soul" special from the White House, President Obama botched the spelling of one of Franklin's most famous songs

President Obama wanted to show Aretha Franklin the respect she deserves as an iconic entertainer, but he had a little trouble spelling the word. During his opening remarks for a pretaped broadcast of PBS' "Women Of Soul" special from the White House, President Obama botched the spelling of one of Franklin's most famous songs.

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President Barack Obama issued an executive order allowing financial sanctions to be levied on individuals or businesses the administration believes are undermining Ukraine’s democracy, stopping short of targeting Russian President Vladimir Putin

President Barack Obama issued an executive order allowing financial sanctions to be levied on individuals or businesses the administration believes are undermining Ukraine’s democracy. The White House stopped short of targeting Russian President Vladimir Putin. Major Garrett reports.

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Top U.S. officials say there's no consideration of U.S. military action, but the White House may boycott the upcoming G-8 summit in Sochi, and new trade talks with Russia may be canceled

President Barack Obama's warning about costs to Russia if it intervenes in Ukraine remains vague. Top U.S. officials say there's no consideration of U.S. military action, but the White House may boycott the upcoming G-8 summit in Sochi, and new trade talks with Russia may be canceled. Major Garrett reports.

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