Bush urges immediate extension of unemployment benefits
President Bush called on Congress to extend unemployment payments for more than 750000 Americans whose benefits expire December 28. He asked for retroactive payments and directed labor officials to reduce delays, as unemployment rose to 6 percent. Critics argued the move comes too late and does not address the broader issue of the 1 million people whose benefits have run out.
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Lott apology prompts call for end of debate by GOP leader
Senate Republican leader designate Mitch McConnell said Sen Trent Lott's third apology should end the controversy. He argued a censure move would invite a swift counterattack accusing Democrats like Sen Robert Byrd of harsher past remarks. Byrd declined to comment on McConnell's urging.
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