Israel grant boosts sought amid Ford aid push
Diplomatic sources say the Ford administration will ask Congress for an additional 250 million in grants to Israel as Kissinger defends Ford’s 4.7 billion worldwide aid request before the House committee. Israel seeks more grants and cites promised gift status for two thirds of 2.24 billion in aid.
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Senate panel approves defense bill trimming Ford plan by 7 billion
The Senate Appropriations Committee backed a 90.78 billion defense bill for fiscal 1976, about 7 billion less than Ford's request. It restores 564 million of the House cut, funds Trident and Safeguard missiles, SAMD and AWACS research, but trims El Al bomber and BI procurement.
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House Leaders Seek 2.2 Billion U.S. Spending Rise
Washington AP reports House Democratic leaders plan a 2.2 billion increase in the year’s government appropriation bid to fund domestic jobs and honor Middle East commitments. The Senate Budget Committee raised its recommended total to 375.1 billion, up 8.1 billion from May.
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