Politics
Congress sends budget cut bill to Obama
Updated: 2011-04-15 06:53
(Agencies)
WASHINGTON - Congress has sent President Barack Obama legislation making $38 billion in cuts from domestic programs.
The Senate vote was 81-19. It came not long after the House gave its approval, 260-167.
The legislation drew support from lawmakers in both parties, but little if any enthusiasm.
Its passage closes the books on the current budget year.
It also clears the way for a broader debate about spending priorities in an era of soaring budget deficits. That struggle begins in earnest on Friday, when House Republicans are expected to approve a budget that calls for major changes in Medicare and Medicaid, as well as deep cuts elsewhere.
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