dcjoltIf President Trump gets his domestic policy bill over the finish line, it will be a vivid demonstration of his continuing hold over the Republican Party.
Read moredcjoltTo meet the president’s Friday deadline, the speaker will have to corral his party into accepting a bill several have criticized.
Read moredcjoltPresident Trump’s policy bill would make significant cuts to the food aid program, once known as food stamps, used by about 42 million people.
Read moredcjoltIt’s unclear how many House Republicans are firm no’s and how many are wavering. But Speaker Mike Johnson does not have a lot of wiggle room.
Read moredcjoltAlaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s vote for Trump’s megabill gave Republicans the 50 votes they needed for Vice President JD Vance a cast the tiebreaker and pass it.
Read moredcjoltA federal judge blocked the Trump administration from moving forward with plans to overhaul HHS by cutting its workforce and closing entire agencies.
Read moredcjoltThe megabill now heads back to the House, where lawmakers are trying to get the package to President Donald Trump’s desk before a self-imposed July 4 deadline.
Read moredcjoltRepublican leaders were pushing for a final vote to pass their marquee tax cut and domestic policy legislation, but had yet to resolve major issues after an all-night session of voting and negotiations.
Read moredcjoltAfter losing to Ted Cruz last year, Mr. Allred is planning his second statewide run and looking for a stronger political climate for Democrats.
Read moredcjoltA popular former Democratic governor, Roy Cooper, is expected to announce a bid this summer. The Republicans are banking on an endorsement by President Trump to clear their field.
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