In other election news, both McCain and vice-presidential running mate Sarah Palin have joined Republican calls for the resignation of Alaska Senator Ted Stevens. On Monday, Stevens was found guilty of all seven counts of violating federal ethics laws for failing to report tens of thousands of dollars in gifts and services he had received from an oil company executive. Stevens is the longest-serving Republican senator in US history and the former chair of the Appropriations Committee. He is still seeking re-election despite his conviction.