Republicans chart sweeping budget cuts in Congress
Republicans began pushing their budget plans through the House and Senate amid Democratic opposition. The GOP would trim nearly 1 trillion dollars over seven years to fund tax cuts, while critics warn of deep cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, welfare, and aid to the poor. Democrats argue the wealthy would benefit while the needy bear the burden. Party line votes highlighted sharp partisan divide as committees prepare further spending decisions and anticipated surpluses for 2002.
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Kasich and Domenici propose deep cuts to Medicare and programs
Both plans keep major targets intact including abolishing dozens of programs and eliminating entire Cabinet agencies. Kasich lists 369 entities to eliminate and Domenici over 100, with health care savings mostly from Medicare and Medicaid while other anti poverty and education programs face potential abolition.
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Baker not seeking presidency amid recovered health
Former Secretary of State James A. Baker III said he has fully recovered from the presidential virus and is not pursuing the 1996 Republican nomination. He noted he has no campaign in Iowa or New Hampshire and has not solicited funds.
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