Hultman Nomination Stalled by Judiciary Proceedings
The matter was sent to the White House and remained stalled due to Judiciary actions. Tyson noted background checks usually take four weeks and questioned if the process could finish in time for Senate presentation this session. Jepsen explained his shift on AWACS, saying the issue broadened and became politicized with Mondale, Kennedy, and others weighing in.
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Jepsen defends AWACS vote amid campaign scrutiny
Senator Jepsen explained his late shift to support the AWACS sale amid Republican resistance. He noted 56 had signed against the sale but 48 later voted no, dismissed South African contribution rumors, and criticized coverage by major outlets while defending his 1984 reelection bid.
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Linn County Jail Bond Totals Recount Pending Canvass
Unofficial jail bond totals show 22 076 votes with 60 percent needed for passage. The canvass by the Linn County Board of Supervisors set for 9 a.m. next Monday will determine final approval. Linn County Auditor Merle Kopel was unavailable for comment.
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Linn
Merle Kopel
Des Moines
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Sessions Defy Public Schools Over Home Education Case
The Sessions defend homeschooling arguing their children receive proper education despite Iowa truancy laws. Erik and Sarah meet weekly with a certified teacher while adopted siblings Benjamin and cultural studies with Luther College courses reflect a varied self guided program. Burns, Decorah superintendent, calls enforcement of Iowa Code crucial but frustrating amid ongoing litigation.
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Congress votes revive Pickle Social Security plan amid party split
The House stalls long-range Social Security reform as 18 Democrats oppose the Pickle plan and most Republicans back it. The measure would delay insolvency fixes by borrowing, with staged retirement, reduced benefits, and a cost of living adjustment tied to wages or prices.
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Columbia Scrub Over APUs Delays Space Shuttle Flight
NASA reports two APUs on Columbia failed due to hydrazine leak and oil contamination causing high pressure and a scrub. Ground teams plan on board repair or replacement with backups, as technicians flush filters and change oil to restore line. Weather had been marginal but improved briefly before the scrub.
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Republicans plan 1984 budget with taxes and cuts
Senate Budget Committee Republicans privately endorse a 1984 balance plan with about 80 billion in tax increases and 100 billion in spending cuts. Pete Domenici leads a package affecting defense, health programs, and other federal areas. White House signals opposition to new taxes.
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