Senate panel cites executive secrecy in Vietnam era policy
A bipartisan Senate Special Committee report concludes significant presidential decisions have been hidden from Congress and the public. It cites Cambodia bombing and other Vietnam era actions, urging new laws to curb secrecy and require publication of directives in the Federal Register, with a classified option for sensitive material.
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Chinese urge strong NATO defense in Western Europe
Senator Henry M. Jackson reports from China that Communist China supports strong NATO defenses in Western Europe and opposes immediate U.S. troop withdrawals. He warned Beijing fears Soviet moves if NATO weakens, noting China’s view of the East-West balance and concerns over Pakistan, Iran, and regional security.
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Soviets pledge to continue detente with Ford
The Soviet Union vows to sustain detente and seek further improvement of Soviet American relations under President Ford. Pravda urges strict adherence to existing agreements and fulfillment of pledges, while hoping a Ford administration can win congressional approval for the 1972 trade pact and related U S credits for Moscow, stalled by emigration policy issues.
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Expert panel backs compromise mass health insurance bill
A panel of experts including three members of Congress and HEW Secretary Caspar Weinberger predicted federal health care legislation would pass this year. The proposals range from comprehensive universal coverage to mixed private public funding, with Mills seeking a bill combining top features.
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Congress set to weigh big transit and housing bills this week
Congress plans a busy week with a $20 billion mass transit bill and a $11.3 billion housing measure facing House and Senate debate. The session follows President Ford’s first major address and aims to maintain momentum amid Nixon’s resignation and campaigning pressures. The House may tackle FHA VA mortgage closing-cost repeal and consumer warranty clarity as well as auto recall and school bus safety funding. Ford's vice presidential nomination process may begin, with a name possibly before recess.
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Ford may expand Nixon energy and environment policy
Interior Secretary Morton says Ford will not reverse Nixon policies but will emphasize them more. He cites a minerals and water for energy problem and aims to sharpen delivery systems through the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Morton notes Ford and Nixon share similar views, with Ford likely more outdoors oriented and interested in parks and recreation, plus a focus on Project Protection ideas from his department.
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GOP governors map strategy to regain Democratic seats
In Chicago the Republican governors and gubernatorial hopefuls met to plot how to win back seats lost to Democrats over the past four years. Gov. Winfield Dunn noted Watergate could be a factor but welcomed Nixon’s resignation as a move to clear the air for focusing on inflation and employment.
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