Bush heading back to Washington early

CRAWFORD, Texas--President Bush has made no secret of hispreference for life on the ranch, but he has decided to return toWashington a few days early from his vacation.

Bush has been here since Aug. 4. He had tentatively planned to goback Labor Day, Sept. 3.

Instead, Bush will return to the White House Aug. 31, spokesmanAri Fleischer said Friday. The president is likely to maintain thelow profile he has kept this month, either at the White House or atCamp David, the spokesman said.

Bush plans to take a Labor Day trip, but Fleischer did notdisclose his destination.

The president plans to fly to several cities in the next two weeksto promote various initiatives.