Bush faces uphill Social Security overhaul amid deficit pressures
President Bush confronts fierce House opposition and a wary electorate as he pushes for a Social Security overhaul. Deficit concerns and a looming $2 trillion startup cost complicate talks with Republicans eyeing 2006 midterms. AARP signals strong push against partial privatization, urging a broad finance fix beyond private accounts.
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Bernard Kerik apologized in Franklin Lakes New Jersey for an immigration issue tied to a family housekeeper that led to his withdrawal. The White House resumes search for a homeland security head as Rudy Giuliani refused the post. Senators prepare to consider Asa Hutchinson and Senator Joe Lieberman as top alternative choices.
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