Edwards Confirmation Seems Certain for Energy Secretary
Washington AP reports James B. Edwards faces likely Senate Energy Committee backing for his Energy Secretary nomination. Edwards, an oral surgeon and Reagan ally, defended a free market approach, acknowledged gaps in energy detail, and pledged rapid decontrol of domestic oil prices despite questioning from Democrats.
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Nixon Withholds Haig Tapes Threat Faces Nixon
Senators pressing for Haig confirmation press Nixon to release transcripts of 338 Haig Nixon conversations from 1973. Archivist Warner notes legal limits while Nixon aides weigh blocking access. committee could vote Wednesday on Haig's fate as Edwards and Donovan face tough questions.
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