Shultz Predicts MX Missile Vote Reversal in US
In Brussels, Secretary of State Shultz told European allies the House will reverse its vote against MX missile funding, framing the rebuff as opposition to the density of deployment rather than the missile itself. He urged patience as the Reagan plan is explained and modernized.
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Missile Vote Signals Shift After 1982 Elections
In a decisive House vote, Reagan’s request for 988 million to fund the first five MX missiles was rejected, signaling a broader move to curb defense spending amid economic strain. The vote preserves 2.4 billion for MX research while opening the door to possible Senate action and later conference.
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