Triumphant Exit News Today

And i thought that was the end of it. >> reporter: until his triumphant exit, which can be heard on this airport radio traffic. >> we just had a slide deployment. it was intentionally deployed. >> reporter: slater activated the emergency inflatable chute and slid down the tarmac, but not before grabbing a few beers for the road. >> i think he just had a very small meltdown. and i think he deserves to be able to have that meltdown. >> reporter: and it isnt just his mother whos on his side. >> for...

Now were looking at another temporary extension of government extensions. finally, the start treaty, still up in the air as we close in on this holiday break, secretary of state clinton now saying she believes there is a willingness among republicans to get this done. there was late night debate in the senate on that which will likely continue today. lynn. >> tracie potts there in washington, thanks. wikileaks founder julian assange made a triumphant exit from a london prison yesterday. meanwh...