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A different kind of postcard from the nation’s capital
National Guard troops have become a common sight in Washington, D.C. But will they make a dent in the city's crime?
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Could Democrats channel Newt Gingrich with ‘Pledge to America?’
An Ohio congressman is pushing what some liken to a Democratic 'Contract With America.'
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Tariff revenues surge, but higher taxes loom
Current estimates put the revenue impact of the Trump administration's tariffs between $300B-$400B for one year. In comparison, the monthly budget deficit for July was $291B.
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Trump gives the Confederacy more to celebrate
President Donald Trump and his defense secretary are moving to restore Confederate symbols.
Atlanta-based CDC enters the black hole of Senate nominations
Jamie Dupree: A vote for the new director of the CDC underscores dysfunction in the U.S. Senate.
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House heads home for summer, avoiding decisions on Epstein and spending
Unless there is a heroic effort to finish all spending work in September, Congress may again be asked to approve a temporary funding bill to keep the government running.
If laws don’t matter, what about Congress?
When it comes to federal spending, the Trump administration has made clear it does not feel bound by actual laws or the goals Congress had in mind in passing legislation.
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Trump spars with his supporters over migrant jobs
The president has talked about a “temporary pass” for migrants to supply more workers for farms, hotels and restaurants. But that hasn't gone over well with some Republicans.
Legislative sausage-making is not for everyone
In the U.S. Senate, major tax provisions suddenly appeared from out of nowhere and dropped into a gigantic GOP bill.
Fed chair makes his case to Congress as to why interest rates are on hold
Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome Powell evokes a more collegial era on Capitol Hill as he talks interest rate cuts.