GOP and Democrats clash over budget cuts in Washington
Republicans push two deficit plans backed by House and Senate panels aiming to wipe about $1 trillion in reductions from Medicare, student loans, and aid to farmers and veterans. Democrats attack plans as favors to the rich while talks on a broader health care overhaul stall. House and Senate negotiators also trim public broadcasting funding and aid to the poor heating program as part of a tentative accord.
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Cunningham defends use of phrase amid military housing remark
Rep. Randy Duke Cunningham faced criticism at a Friday news conference after his remark about homes in the military drew charges of racism and homophobia. He defended the term as not meant to offend, while Democratic lawmakers condemned him and pressed for an apology.
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