Bush seeks to mend fences with McCain in Illinois stop
Bush works to improve ties with McCain highlighting reform in campaign finance and Social Security. He rolls out first fall ad in southern Illinois markets and defends centrist shift while addressing NRA clash and Gore criticisms. McCain aides contacted to smooth rift as Bush eyes general election strategy.
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Ray closes FBI file probe amid privacy act disputes
Independent Counsel Robert Ray concluded there is no credible criminal activity in the White House gathering of FBI background files, prompting criticism from Joseph Duggan and Judicial Watch. Duggan calls the move a travesty while urging a Privacy Act probe. Ray notes Privacy Act violations fall outside his jurisdiction.
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IRS seeks 1934 additional staff to halt enforcement decline
IRS Commissioner Charles Rossetti urged Congress to approve an $8.8 billion budget for 2001 to hire 1,934 enforcement personnel as part of a 9.5 percent increase. He warned the agency’s drop in audits could erode fairness in the tax system and boost incentives to cheat. Rep. Steny Hoyer commented on the risk if audits slip.
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