Reagan aide Bud McFarlane opens up about suicide attempt
In his first interview since his death by own action attempt three weeks earlier, Robert Bud McFarlane discusses his rise and fall, Reagan's leadership style, and the personal lessons learned. He recalls his intense drive, the public backlash over the Iran affair, and the pivotal moment when a stranger sent It's a Wonderful Life to comfort him.
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IRS Unveils Second Version of Modified W-4 Form
The IRS released a second version of the W-4 form to let taxpayers choose between a longer, more accurate withholding and a shorter, easier option. Officials warn the shorter form risks under or over withholding, particularly for non wage income. Commissioner Gibbs said the agency is working to simplify the W-4 while meeting the 1986 tax law changes.
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Gates May Withdraw as CIA Nominee
The Associated Press reports Robert M Gates plans to withdraw his CIA nomination this week after Republican leaders warned of Senate rejection. Brent Scowcroft has been mentioned as a possible replacement if Gates steps aside, per unnamed administration and congressional sources. Howard Baker takes office as White House chief of staff with a mandate for change and will assemble his team, holding a first senior staff meeting at 8 am today.
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US listens to Soviet arms reduction offer
In Geneva the top three negotiators from the United States and the Soviet Union held a one hour plenary session to hear Kremlin proposals for an immediate accord to remove medium range nuclear missiles from Europe. Max Kampelman called it an old proposal rehashed but said the US would listen.
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City auction nets 1837 from Alexander era memorabilia
A Syracuse city auction raised 1837 from items linked to former Mayor Lee Alexander. Buyers inspected desks, chairs, blueprints, and scale models of Clinton Square and One Lincoln Plaza, while the city clears a storage site next to City Hall.
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