All 55 Republicans and 11 Democrats have announced their support for the Republican measure.

Even Republicans raised their hands and announced conversions on the spot.

But the Republicans here tonight blamed the increase for stagnating the state's economy and contributing to the 9.1 percent unemployment figure announced last week.

Today the Republicans claimed perfect unity in their party, but at the same time announced two moves designed to improve it.

To the party leaders' dismay, six Republicans soon announced that they found the evidence insufficient and would vote to acquit.

Republicans in Congress have announced plans to reverse the rules through legislation.

"This is contrary to the reform we're trying to bring about," another Republican announced, contending that the states were best at setting those standards.

Only two Republicans have announced that they plan to leave the Congress.

No Republicans have as yet announced a run for the executive nomination.

No other Republicans have announced for the position.