Senate approves MX missile purchase amid basing plan
The Senate, by 56 to 42, backs buying the first five MX missiles under a stopgap bill, contingent on congressional approval of a basing plan. Funds totaling 988 million are authorized, with House action already rejected. The measure awaits House-Senate conference on differences, including the procurement issue.
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