Here Comes That Bone!

Gen. David Petraeus, who delivers a much-anticipated report on progress in the U.S. troop buildup in Iraq next week, indicated to President Bush a willingness to consider the drawdown of 3,500 to 4,500 U.S. troops (WashPost) by early next year. Petraeus may also be willing to consider further reductions, based on conditions on the ground, military and administration officials told multiple U.S. news sources.

Told ya.