Obama urges stopgap budget deal to avert broad cuts
President Obama urged Congress to pass a short term spending measure and higher taxes to delay sweeping automatic cuts set to hit military and domestic programs in March. The budget office projected a 845 billion deficit this year, with deficits easing to 430 billion by 2015, though rising later in the decade as baby boomers retire. Republicans pressed for a balanced budget plan within a decade, while Obama prepared to submit his budget next month.
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Graham says Hagel seems clueless on Iran
Senator Lindsey Graham criticized Chuck Hagel as clueless on Iran policy and urged a reconsideration of his defense secretary nomination. Despite some backing from Kay Hagan and John McCain, others signaled opposition to a filibuster while lawmakers awaited more information before a committee vote could occur.
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Dems protest SC unemployment help cuts across rural offices
In Columbia Democratic lawmakers condemn the plan to close 17 unemployment offices on Feb 15 citing argues that rural residents lack cars and digital skills to file online. They warn the move threatens access to benefits while noting local offices will still offer computer access. Governor Haley’s spokesman defends the policy as job growth measures despite Republican and Democratic criticism.
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DeMint launches Palmetto Policy Forum in South Carolina
Former U S Senator Jim DeMint plans a new conservative think tank in South Carolina. He will invest 300000 from his campaign to create the Palmetto Policy Forum and serve as founding chairman. Ellen Weaver becomes president and CEO March 4 as the venture aims to influence state government.
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