Obama deficit plan targets Medicare costs and providers
The Obama deficit proposal would raise costs on future Medicare beneficiaries while shielding current seniors. It seeks higher premiums for upper income enrollees, copayments for home health, and a raised Part B deductible, with drugmakers facing large payment cuts and hospitals warning of job losses.
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Repeal of gay ban ends 18 years in U S military
The 18 year old ban on openly gay service ends as the policy repeal takes effect at 12 01 a m EDT. President Obama backs the move stating it will strengthen national security and stop servicemembers from lying about who they are. Pentagon leaders confirm readiness and note no impact on recruitment or combat capability.
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