And peace activists are planning a last-minute rally in Kennebunkport, Maine, on Saturday where President Bush will be meeting with newly elected French President Nicolas Sarkozy. Sarkozy has been vacationing in nearby New Hampshire. White House Press Secretary Tony Snow announced the meeting on Wednesday.

Tony Snow: “I’m sure they’ll talk about some international matters. But this is not a summit. This is not something with an agenda. The agenda is come by and let’s visit. The main reason he’s at Walker’s Point is because the first lady extended the invitation and the French president is in the neighborhood.”

Peace activists in Maine have accused the Bush administration of waiting until this week to announce the meeting in an effort to prevent large protests outside.