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politics1 month ago

Senate OKs partial funding package as deadline looms for remaining government programs

The Senate cleared a three-bill funding package funding Justice, Interior, Commerce & Energy, the EPA, water programs and federal science through the end of the fiscal year, moving toward averting a new shutdown while a Treasury/State package awaits House action. Yet more than 75% of discretionary funding remains unfunded, including the Pentagon, leaving a heavy workload for bipartisan talks on remaining measures (Defense, Transportation–HUD, Labor–HHS–Education) and ongoing tensions over DHS funding and earmarks as lawmakers confront the Jan. 30 deadline.

politics2 months ago

House Republicans Pass Narrow Healthcare Plan Amid Subsidy Controversy

The House passed a conservative health care bill that does not extend expiring ACA subsidies, risking increased premiums, while bipartisan efforts and discharge petitions aim to find a compromise. Additionally, the Senate approved Jared Isaacman as NASA administrator and passed the ROTOR Act to improve military helicopter safety, amidst ongoing political debates and investigations into military and presidential actions.

Democratic Leader Proposes Government Reopening with ACA Tax Credit Extension
politics3 months ago

Democratic Leader Proposes Government Reopening with ACA Tax Credit Extension

Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer proposed a deal to reopen the U.S. government by passing a short-term funding resolution and extending existing ACA health insurance tax credits for one year, while establishing a bipartisan committee to negotiate long-term healthcare reforms, though the proposal faces Republican rejection and internal Democratic disagreements.

politics3 months ago

Capitol Hill Focus: Endgame Approaches for Shutdown and Tax Policy Updates

The Senate is nearing an agreement to end the government shutdown, with bipartisan negotiations making progress on a continuing resolution and appropriations bills, amid warnings of chaos in air travel and impacts on safety net programs. Democrats are feeling emboldened by recent electoral victories, while Republicans focus on legislative details and timing, as political pressures and upcoming votes influence the negotiations.

politics3 months ago

Senators Near Agreement to End Government Shutdown

Senators are close to finalizing a bipartisan deal to end the government shutdown by passing a funding package, with negotiations focusing on appropriations bills and a stopgap expiration date, while also addressing military and legislative issues. Democrats and Republicans are working through procedural hurdles, with some internal disagreements and strategic considerations, as they aim to reopen the government and address other legislative priorities.

politics4 months ago

JD Vance Engages GOP Senators Amid Ongoing Shutdown and Tariff Debates

JD Vance is meeting with Senate Republicans amid ongoing government shutdown discussions, with GOP divided over whether to pass targeted bills or wait for broader negotiations. Meanwhile, Democrats are pushing for a 'clean' funding bill, and Illinois redistricting is also a key issue. The shutdown continues into its fifth week, with both parties strategizing on how to proceed.

politics4 months ago

Paramount acquires The Free Press, appoints Bari Weiss as CBS News editor-in-chief

Speaker Mike Johnson has assured Senate Democrat Patty Murray of his intention to facilitate bipartisan negotiations on government funding bills once the shutdown ends, amid ongoing standoff and stalled negotiations between House and Senate leaders. Johnson expressed readiness to bring bills to the floor, while Democrats demand guardrails and extensions for ACA tax credits. The shutdown continues with little progress, as both sides remain entrenched in their positions.