WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy grew more slowly in the first three months of this year. Stronger consumer spending was offset by cutbacks in government spending and by businesses restocking their shelves at a slower pace.
The Commerce Department says the economy expanded at an annual rate of 2.2
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