Morning Update: McCain’s Spending Pledge
Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) repeated his pledge to impose a one-year federal spending freeze “on every agency of the federal government, excepting only national defense, the care of our veterans, and a few critical priorities.” He spoke in a radio address on Saturday.
ENERGY: Newsday looks at the potential impact of the financial crisis on the presidential candidates’ alternative energy plans.
ISRAEL: The Obama campaign on Sunday told an Israeli media outlet that Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) would not cut U.S. military aid (Globes) to Israel if elected.
