Reagan's rough week tests steely White House resolve
President Reagan faced a bumpy week as Social Security cuts faced heavy opposition in Congress and a key nomination stalled. A backlash over infant formula code votes and WHO policy drew protests, while aides warned of compromise on a tax plan and Lefever’s human rights scrutiny lingered. Reagan remained committed, signaling resilience despite controversy.
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Poll shows GOP leads Democrats in House vote
AP NBC poll conducted May 18 19 finds 43 percent would vote Republican for the U S House and 35 percent Democrat while 22 percent are unsure. This marks a historic shift since 1944 and signals potential realignment though elections are 18 months away.
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