Full text of the court's ruling. Reporter Jay Weaver of the Miami Herald recaps the day's court proceedings . Columnists discuss the continuing coverage of the Elian Gonzalez case. The Attorney General talks about her decision to retrieve Elian. The media displays dueling images of Elian.
Regional commentators provide perspective on the Elian story from around the nation.
A look at the past and present state of U.S. relations with Cuba. Congressional Republicans criticize armed transfer of Elian. Government officials remove Elian Gonzalez from Miami and reunite him with his father. Protests erupt in the wake of Elian removal. Examining the legalities surrounding the custody battle over Elian Gonzalez.