Gorbachev seeks German high tech help in Stuttgart
Mikhail Gorbachev and Raisa arrived in Stuttgart amid goodwill and a friendship pact with West Germany. He planned tours of a high tech exhibit, meetings with Baden Wuerttemberg leaders, and urged closer Soviet German economic integration. Eleven agreements were signed, including a Moscow Bonn hot line and cultural exchanges.
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Bush vetoes wage bill in first major policy clash
President Bush quickly vetoes legislation raising the minimum wage from 3.35 to 4.55 by October 1991, upending Democratic hopes for quick retaliation. Senate leaders denounce the veto while Speaker Foley vows an override vote, with Republicans pledged to sustain the veto as a national policy showdown unfolds.
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HUD probes intensify over Section 8 program
Congress urges a Justice Department criminal probe into the HUD Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation Program amid concerns of favoritism and mismanagement. Deborah Gore Dean refuses to answer questions after invoking the Fifth Amendment as lawmakers seek records on project funding and contractor ties, while HUD's inspector general found no criminal wrongdoing but referred the matter for possible further review.
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Soviets possess the world’s largest war machine says U S official
Admiral William Crowe head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, visiting Moscow, warns Soviet forces count in overwhelming numbers and dismisses Kremlin defense switch. He urges mutual arms cuts, tours Balabanovo base, Kubinka air garrison to view SS-19 missiles MiG-29, Su-24, Tu-160 warplanes.
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Gephardt elected House majority leader over Jenkins
Rep. Richard Gephardt won the House majority leadership 181 to 76 against Rep. Ed Jenkins of Georgia. Democrats sought to rebound from ethics turmoil, while Gephardt’s long congressional record and consensus style aided his win over rivals including Rep. Beryl Anthony.
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