Bush Defends Domestic Spying Program at White House
President Bush defended a domestic spying program as effective against terrorists and not a violation of civil liberties. Critics in Congress, including Sen. Rockefeller and Sen. Specter, questioned authority and warrantless taps while the Iraq toll nears 2,150.
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House passes budget cuts and drilling plan after marathon fight
The House approved a deficit cutting package and Arctic National Wildlife Refuge oil drilling provision amid a long, dawn ending debate. The bills move to the Senate where leaders want quick approval for President Bush, amid sharp Democratic opposition and calls to aid Hurricane Katrina victims. The package includes Medicare changes, Medicaid savings, and a nursing home asset transfer clampdown.
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