Budget battle looms after Congress passes rescission bill
Washington eyes a fall budget fight as aides warn of government shutdown risk from a new rescission bill. The measure, approved 90-7, trims funding for many programs, while Clinton pledges to sign despite trimming national service and education reform.
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Dole jokes about 72nd birthday and age in race
Arlington area report notes Bob Dole turning 72 amid birthday chatter and media focus on age. Dole, the Senate Republican leader and presidential candidate, says reports have compared his health to President Clinton’s and mocks the attention while releasing a favorable medical update.
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Bruno Uses Campaign Funds For Office Furniture And Vehicle
Albany reports Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno used 11 000 from his campaign committee to furnish a state office and 33 000 to buy a new Suburban. Bruno's spokesman said he paid the costs himself to avoid using state funds. Board of Elections said it is legal to use campaign money for lawful public or political duties.
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Chechen talks brink of long awaited accord end war
In Grozny Russian and Chechen negotiators signaled they may seal a political accord today to end the seven month conflict. Usman Smayev and Vyacheslav Mikhailov suggested a final document could be signed, though the post war status dispute over Chechnya’s independence remains unresolved.
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Rescue workers leave collapsed Seoul mail store amid protests
In Seoul authorities halted active search at the Sampoong Department Store collapse site as relatives of 144 missing demand resumption. About 80 protesters clashed with riot police injuring one officer, while officials warned many victims may remain unidentified for months. Relief teams shifted to a landfill to continue remains recovery amid heavy rubble.
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New York Sends More to Washington Than It Receives
Senator Moynihan warns the federal balance of payments may worsen as New York last year paid 18.9 billion dollars more in federal taxes than it received in federal payments and grants. He notes structural changes in outlays and predicts ongoing shifts could reduce state benefits amid federal funding fights.
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Battle over Foster papers described in Whitewater notes
Washington reports a tug of war over Vincent Foster documents between the Justice Department and the White House. Notes cited by the Senate Whitewater Committee recount debates, a fatal 1993 death, and aides clashing over access to Foster papers linked to Whitewater and Arkansas real estate.
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Rape and drug use alleged at lawman roundups in Tennessee
Senate investigators heard affidavits alleging rape drug use and racist skits at the Good Ol Boys Roundups in Tennessee. ATF agents helped organize the gatherings since 1980, with directors Magaw and Freeh testifying about the events and criticism from leaders including President Clinton.
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Two Women Die In DeWitt Car Crash Near East Syracuse
Deputies say a car owned by Ochsner rammed poles in DeWitt injuring three occupants from East Syracuse. Two women died, a man was hurt. one passenger Sev igny found in back seat. No charges yet. autopsies pending to determine cause of death and identities.
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Waco siege warning memo cited in congressional hearing
A four day old memo warned Treasury Secretary Lloyd Bentsen of a potential tragedy if tear gas ended the Mount Carmel siege. Bentsen testified he could not recall briefing President Clinton or Attorney General Reno about the note as congressional panels pressed on. The April 19 1993 raid killed David Koresh and over 70 followers as flames engulfed the compound outside Waco Texas. A Texas social worker testified the FBI tear gas assault was a mistake and the deadly fire inevitable once action began.
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