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Bush offers governors improved lines of communication
President stands firm on policies, but pledges to do a better job of consulting with governors on issues including potential National Guard cuts.
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Report: Effort to rebuild Iraq has been underfunded
The $2.2 billion requested in the 2006 supplemental funding bill and Bush’s 2007 budget would fall short by $5 billion to $10 billion, research center finds.
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GSA to cut 400 employees in face of declining revenue
Acting acquisition commissioner says he wants to avoid RIFs but can’t guarantee it.
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Contractor’s bribery plea details efforts to influence Pentagon officials
Payments and job offers led to contract awards, according to court documents.
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Forward Observer: A 'Buy Everything' Budget
Congress has not forced Bush and Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld to make tough choices on Pentagon spending priorities.
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Federal judge hints at BlackBerry ban, urges deal
Judge says that if he issues an injunction, he’ll make sure government users aren’t subject to the ban.
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Senator seeks middle ground on immigration enforcement bill
Proposal floated Friday would require employers to verify the immigration status of new employees, rather than all of their workers.
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Hispanics still underrepresented in federal jobs
They account for 7.4 percent of the federal workforce, compared with 12.6 percent of the general labor force.
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White House hastens to brief lawmakers on ports deal
Press secretary says media coverage inflamed opposition to the plan.
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