Senate approves 275 billion defense budget in post Cold War plan
Armed Services panel backs a 275 billion dollars spending package aimed at aiding communities hit by cuts while preserving key weapons like the B 2 stealth bomber and the Strategic Defense Initiative. The bill, 6 billion below the president’s request, passes to full Senate for early August action before the Republican National Convention. It also authorizes 1.2 billion for veterans and former defense workers.
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Pentagon documents reveal plan to force Laos POW release in 1973
Declassified Defense Department files show Lawrence Eagleburger proposed using air strikes as a last step to pressure Laos to free American POWs held by the Pathet Lao. President Nixon era memo urged diplomatic pressure, intelligence on POWs, and possible carrier show of force if needed.
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Bush tells hecklers to shut up during POW MIA protest
In Crown City Virginia AP reports President Bush faced angry POW MIA families at a hotel meeting. He silenced the crowd by saying please shut up and sit down after a five minute pause as Secret Service protected him. He defended his patriotism and WW II service while urging calm.
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Cable regulation bill could influence Bush in election year
Critics say the House measure would tighten oversight of cable firms and curb price hikes while opponents contend it suppresses innovation. National League of Cities officials say Bush may struggle to veto in an election year and the bill targets consumer interests. Cox Cable in Cedar Rapids cites $18.20 basic service as a contrast to rivals.
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Five Navy officers relieved over offensive skits at Miramar
Five high ranking aviators at Miramar Naval Air Station are to be relieved of duty after condoning two offensive skits at the Tomcat Follies show. The actions were requested by Vice Admiral Edwin R. Kohn and await Bureau of Naval Personnel approval. Sixteen other officers received warnings. The skits included a vulgar sign linking Rep. Patricia Schroeder to oral sex. Names of recommended reassignment: Capt. Richard F. Braden, Capt. George L. Moe, Cmdr. David M. Tyler, Cmdr. Robert H. Clement, Lt. Cmdr. Dale A. Bruetting.
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