Budget balance debate splits Republicans and Democrats
Budget balance in dispute as Republicans seek a decade of spending cuts totaling 4.6 trillion without tax hikes while Democrats push a 975 billion tax increase and 875 billion in cuts plus 1.2 trillion in cancelled cuts. Obama faces decisions ahead of July debt-ceiling discussions. Republicans eye Medicare and Social Security reforms, while Democrats resist.
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Supreme Court faces routes on Prop 8 and DOMA ruling
The Supreme Court may strike down state gay marriage bans or uphold them or issue narrow rulings. A broad ruling could invalidate laws nationwide, a middle option could apply to California and a few states, or a narrow California-only decision could follow Prop 8. DOMA outcomes range from preserving federal benefits to expansive access for legally married same sex couples. Edith Windsor could receive a $363,000 estate tax refund if DOMA is struck down.
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