House Approves Democratic Budget Plan for 1988
The House passed a 1988 Democratic budget 215 to 201, seeking tax increases of 19.3 billion and a plan to trim deficits, while tying military spending to tax hikes. Reagan blasted the plan as harming jobs and pressed for a balanced budget amendment and line item veto. Spokesman Fitzwater said a July 3 speech would outline the president’s economic bill of rights.
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Deserter Beane Granted Honorable Discharge From Marines
Vietnam War deserter Douglas Beane returned to Vermont after the Marine Corps freed him with an other than honorable discharge instead of a court martial. He flew from Australia to surrender at Quantico and was discharged Tuesday, plans unclear about visiting his ailing father and potential future in the United States.
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Shultz and Shevardnadze Plan July Talks on Arms Deal
Secretary of State George Shultz and Soviet Foreign Minister Eduard Shevardnadze plan a Washington meeting in mid July to discuss removing missiles from Europe and Asia. Officials say date options include July 5 6 or July 10 11 with the second window favored. Key issues include verification of removals cessation of production and launcher retention in Alaska and Soviet missiles in Asia targeting China and Japan.
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Corona parole bid rejected by panel
Soledad California parole board rules Juan Corona remains dangerous after psychiatric report. The mass killer, who murdered 25 seasonal farm workers, sat impassively as the decision was announced.
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South Korean chief calls for talks on reform amid protests
President Chun Doo hwan agreed to resume discussions on political reform with opposition leader Kim Young-sam to end two weeks of nationwide protests. Talks could cover a referendum on parliamentary versus presidential governance and broader reforms including press freedom while detainees may be considered for release.
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Panda births first surviving U S giant panda cub
Ling Ling the giant panda at the National Zoo gave birth to a squealing cub, the first in the United States to survive. Zoo officials monitor the mother and newborn via closed circuit TV and will not know the cub’s sex yet. The cub’s long term health remains cautiously optimistic.
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Saudis Agree to Search Persian Gulf for Iranian Mines
A senior U S official said Saudi Arabia will search the Persian Gulf off Kuwait for Iranian mines using U S made helicopters with sledged gear. The Saudis designated hospitals for American forces in emergencies and declined active talks on letting U S jets land for fuel despite requests. Kuwait asked for help and was told the Saudis are positive about the mine search though wary on air cover.
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