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House Republicans, White House discussing $3 trillion budget deal
Lack of immediate tax revenue could be a nonstarter for many Democrats.
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Senate to vote Friday on cut, cap and balance' bill
Talks between House Republicans and the White House on a larger deficit reduction package are also continuing.
Defense
Cuts should target Defense before food stamps, Obama tells NPR
The president says proposed changes to Medicare are “modest” and intended to “retain the integrity of the program” for years to come.
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Foreign affairs group urges State to go after more staff
Department must be aggressive in seeking funding for additional positions, despite budget constraints, report says.
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Fed, Wall Street prepare for default
Preparations are being made despite 'gut feeling' a deal will be struck, Fed official says.
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House GOP considers short-term debt-limit extension
White House has said it could accept a debt-limit extension of a few days if a larger agreement were already in the works.
Defense
GOP lawmaker balks at 'Gang of Six' defense cuts
House Armed Services Committee leader notes the proposal would require changes to military retirement and other benefits, a difficult issue on Capitol Hill.
Oversight
Leaders looking to short-term solution to avert August default
White House suggests Obama might consider a short-term compromise; House GOP aide calls the idea a possibility until a larger deal is worked out.
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Congress threatens furloughs for FAA employees
Debate over funding extension could shut down agency unless lawmakers resolve controversial provisions.
Oversight
Reid says he's waiting on Boehner, Republicans, for word on debt plans
Senate leader says chamber is ready to move.
Defense
Watchdog says U.S. aid money in Afghanistan may be fueling insurgency
SIGAR audit paints a dispiriting picture of a massive U.S. aid effort that's effectiveness has been seriously impaired.
Oversight
House passes balanced budget bill
Senate is not expected to approve legislation requiring a constitutional amendment to raise debt ceiling.
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Boehner says it's time to contemplate 'Plan B'
The House speaker would not say what options he considers to be available or viable as 'Plan Bs.'
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Obama hails renewed Gang of Six effort
President praises group of senators for coming up with a plan that is "balanced" and includes tax revenues.
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Blame Republicans for Debt Crisis
By flinching at the prospect of significant deficit reduction, the GOP will have to deal with the fallout.
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Obama threatens veto of balanced budget bill
Legislation would require passage of constitutional amendment before the debt limit is raised.
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OMB sets guidelines for telework security
Document gives agencies leeway to develop their own policies, but establishes parameters for keeping information safe outside the office.
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Majority leader: Senate will stay in session until debt-ceiling bill is passed
Chamber will work on weekends to get deal done by Aug. 2 deadline.
Oversight
Consumer protection bureau gets designated leader on eve of opening
Obama makes unexpected nomination as newest agency wins plaudits for preparations while under fire.
Defense