Bush and Democrats clash over economy and budget
White House budget chief cautioned that weak corporate tax receipts could force tapping Social Security funds by 9 to 12 billion dollars, risking a non Social Security budget shortfall. Democrats accused Bush policies of failing economic growth and rising deficits as Republicans consider across the board cuts.
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Grassley backs broad budget plan with tax cuts and wage hike
Senator Grassley says a bipartisan budget compromise could include a capital gains tax cut, a higher minimum wage, small business incentives, fast track trade authority, and increased education and military spending as negotiations proceed in a split Senate. The plan hinges on political feasibility and broader support.
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Senate panel limits missile defense funding and bases
The Senate Armed Services Committee approved 343 billion for the military but stripped 1.3 billion from the 8.4 billion Bush sought for missile defense next year, reallocating funds to other accounts. The group backed a base realignment plan and added a congressional veto over missile tests seen as potentially violating the 1972 Antiballistic Missile Treaty, while Republicans argued the move could hinder talks with Russia.
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GAO mulls lawsuit to force energy execs list
The head of the GAO says he will decide this month whether to sue the Bush White House to obtain a list of industry executives who met with Vice President Cheney and aides during the energy plan discussions. The dispute centers on disclosure of industry influence on the Cheney task force. White House spokesperson Ari Fleischer says such meetings need not be publicly reported.
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