Reagan nears pick for next Supreme Court justice
President Reagan, likely to announce by mid July, favors J Clifford Wallace of the 9th Circuit as his frontrunner for the first female seat. Wallace, 51, Mormon from San Diego, would be the administration’s top choice though others on a growing list remain under consideration.
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Detroit
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New York
C. Bruce Littlejohn
South Carolina
Democrats pivot to support Reagan budget cuts in Senate
Senate Democrats, led by Robert Byrd, plan to back the 39.6 billion package of social program cuts despite failed efforts to modify Reagan’s plan. Byrd says many Democrats will back final passage, with a vote likely before the 10 day July Fourth recess as debate begins and rules decide House procedures.
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Fringe benefits stay untaxed for another year
Fringe benefits such as free parking and reduced airline fares will remain untaxed for at least one more year. The moratorium expired May 31, 1982, with IRS plans to draft new rules delayed by Treasury Secretary Regan to July 1, 1982, per Rep. Jim Collins.
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Correction Notice on June Leadership Sale Circular
A correction states that the No 211 color appears on page 3 of the June Leadership Sale circular in Tuesday June 17 issue. The closeout special read While limited quantities last. The notice apologizes for the error.
Air Force laser test failure cited with no comment
A Pentagon spokesman declined to confirm or detail reports of a second laser test aimed at destroying a flying missile. Air Force officials said the initial attempt did not succeed and scientists are evaluating whether the beam missed the target or caused no damage.
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