Democrats take Senate majority amid party shift
Democrats move to a 50 49 1 split in the Senate after Sen James Jeffords switches from Republican to independent aligning with Democrats. Bush pledges bipartisanship as lawmakers brace for fights on education health care energy and election reform.
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White House weighs Medicare provider rating system
The Bush administration considers a ratings system for Medicare providers as part of overhauling the elderly health program. Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson said changes are on the table with an announcement expected by mid June.
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Utah man pleads no contest in death of son left in truck
Paul Wayment of Utah pleaded no contest to negligent homicide after his 2 year old son Gage froze to death in a pickup while he hunted nearby. County attorney said no jail time expected. judge to decide sentencing with potential penalties.
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Rights panel chief urges probe of Florida elections
Mary Frances Berry, chair of the U S Civil Rights Commission, asks the Justice Department to probe possible intentional discrimination in Florida voting last year. The commission report cites outdated equipment, purges from voter rolls, language barriers, and scarce voting booths, with Black voters disproportionately affected. Named officials include Gov. Jeb Bush and Secretary of State Katherine Harris.
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Bush seeks trade investigation to aid steel industry
President Bush urged a trade investigation that could impose barriers on foreign steel imports. The move divides opinions with steel users fearing higher prices while U.S. producers and lawmakers welcome federal action amid bankruptcies and job losses since 1998. The ITC was asked to start the inquiry.
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