What challenge did George H.W. Bush experience when he first took office? (1 point) Responses He wanted to reduce the federal budget deficit while not raising taxes. He wanted to reduce the federal budget deficit while not raising taxes. The Democrats pressured him to increase tariffs. The Democrats pressured him to increase tariffs. He wanted to reduce taxes while providing healthcare for citizens. He wanted to reduce taxes while providing healthcare for citizens. The Republicans wanted to increase domestic spending.

He wanted to reduce the federal budget deficit while not raising taxes.