The administration had originally sought to hold the budget to $568 million for this year, but more recently has signaled some flexibility.

Israel has asked for such a force, which the Administration has signaled it would contribute to.

But the Administration has signaled veto intentions, and analysts predict the measure won't become law.

The administration has already signaled that it intends to accelerate plans to turn over to Iraqis more of the responsibility for security and police operations.

At the same time, the new administration has wisely signaled that it is not abandoning the search for Mideast peace.

Nor has the administration signaled how it plans to reassure Beijing about the broader goals of its missile defense program.

The administration has wisely signaled a willingness to incorporate basic labor and environmental standards into any trade treaty.

Using some of its toughest language to date, the administration signaled today that its decisions would be relatively speedy.

Should the summit go well, the Administration could signal its receptiveness to new economic agreements involving nonstrategic trade.

But after Mr. Bloomberg took office, his administration signaled that the city could no longer afford the package.