Army plans massive cut in combat brigades to save costs
The Army aims to reduce combat brigades from 45 to as few as 32 in a multiyear restructuring that could trim about 80,000 soldiers. Units would grow larger per brigade, shifting some personnel to new bases while preserving overall fighting capability amid budget pressures and Congress oversight.
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Romney Gingrich spat ahead of Florida primary campaigns
Obama urged a tax increase for high earners while Romney Gingrich attacked his plan in a heated Florida clash. Romney and Gingrich vie for an edge days before the Florida GOP primary as ads surge and tax and immigration dominate the race.
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Obama’s address slammed as recycled policy wish list
Washington analysts flag Obama’s State of the Union as a wish list with repeated calls to end oil subsidies and tax credits. They say obstacles in a divided Congress limit big goals on energy, immigration, tuition, and war savings.
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Legislation Aims At Child Protection After Penn State Scandal
State lawmakers nationwide reopen child safety laws following the Penn State abuse scandal. Forty plus legislatures are back in session with 12 states weighing mandatory reporting and potential changes to statutes of limitations for abuse cases. University employee reporters may be added in California.
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States consider same sex marriage as election fights loom
A week of coast to coast moves renew debate on gay marriage with six states facing votes. Maryland New Jersey and Washington push bills with strong backing while opponents weigh referendums. Christie would veto New Jersey bill and prefer a referendum voter decision. Maine also eyes a ballot measure. North Carolina and Minnesota set constitutional ban votes in May and November.
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