Budget Cuts Loom as Obama Seeks Funding Continuity
President Obama aims to extend funding for federal agencies beyond March 27 to avoid a shutdown while defense and other agencies face steep cuts. Hagel pledges security as furloughs hit civilian workers and contractors, with long airport lines and potential teacher layoffs feared. The housing agency in Seattle signals early voucher reductions as the impact unfurls nationwide.
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Obama defends stance on budget cuts amid partisan tension
President Obama rejected claims of dictatorial power as he framed a delay and possible future flexibility in across the board budget cuts. He urged Republicans to consider tax reform and warned that a short term step could spur longer term growth, while GOP leaders pressed for different leverage in deficit talks. The clash traces to a 2011 Supercommittee failure and ongoing debates over Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security savings.
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Minnesota lawmakers weigh universal background checks after school shooting
A hearing on a new gun bill faces amendments as lawmakers debate universal background checks amid state and national scrutiny following Connecticut. Advocates push for updates while opponents push back with concerns about rights, voting challenges, and proposed exemptions for relatives.
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Record year for Minnesota handgun permits in 2012
Minnesota sheriffs granted 31,657 handgun permits in 2012 up from about 21,000 the previous year. The state now has over 125,000 valid permits with 33,816 requests last year and fewer than 300 denials. County by county breakdowns are included in the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension report released Friday.
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