Reagan budget plans raise military aid and cuts to social programs
President Reagan's forthcoming budget calls for larger military spending and substantial social program cuts, totaling about 186 billion dollars in the deficit with no new taxes. The plan targets Medicare, Aid to Families with Dependent Children, food stamps, and education, while defense requests rise to 305 billion. House Republicans express reluctance over deficits, taxes, and cuts.
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GOP congressman calls education cuts dumb
Rep. Vin Weber voices opposition to proposed education budget cuts, while Reagan administration officials press for reductions in the overall education budget. He says major K-12 programs would be spared, but cuts could reach several hundred million dollars, prompting GOP lawmakers to argue for maintaining current levels.
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Reaganites oppose tax hike for 1985 budget
President Reagan faces pressure from congressional allies who warn that endorsing significant tax increases in the 1985 budget recommendations would be political suicide. Rep. Jack Kemp argues a tax rise signals worsening conditions under another term of Republican leadership. The issue remains the final major question before the budget is sent to Congress.
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