Ford Signs Broad Campaign Finance Reform Legislation
President Ford signed the broad campaign reform package aiming to curb big money influence and regulate federal elections. The act creates the Federal Elections Commission, sets financing rules for presidential campaigns, primaries, and conventions, and imposes contribution and spending limits, with public funding starting in 1978.
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Ford to testify on Nixon pardon and Haig question
President Ford is set to tell the House judiciary subcommittee he did not promise a pardon to Nixon in the event of resignation. The Chicago Tribune cites White House sources saying Alexander Haig Jr. asked about a full pardon if Nixon resigned. Ford reportedly said no deals were made and he would not discuss Nixon’s guilt or innocence. Aug. 8 resignation and Sept. 8 pardon are the events referenced.
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Rockwell building bay called top deal in Laguna Niguel
A GSA official says the 1,017,000 square foot federal documents center off Laguna Hills is one of the best government deals. The building, acquired from Rockwell in a March trade, now houses nearly half its space to federal agencies as plans for long term leases proceed.
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